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Lunar New Year 2026 Logistics Strategy: Shippers Prioritize Critical SKU Replenishment Over Mass Stockpiling

Phaata

23-01-2026

Supply chain experts observe a strategic shift for the Year of the Horse (2026): Instead of the mass inventory stockpiling seen in previous years, shippers are focusing on replenishing critical Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) to balance costs against the risk of supply chain fractures.

Port of Los Angeles Surpasses 10 Million TEU in 2025 - Marking the Third Time in History

Phaata

23-01-2026

Despite tariff headwinds, the Port of Los Angeles closed 2025 with a throughput of 10.2 million TEUs – crossing this milestone for the third time in its history.

Vienna Airport Sets New Air Cargo Record in 2025

Phaata

22-01-2026

With total throughput reaching a record 313,763 tonnes in 2025, Vienna Airport continues to affirm its position as a key logistics gateway for Central and Eastern Europe.

CMA CGM Scraps Red Sea Plans for Asia-Europe Trade; Xeneta Warns of Supply Chain Unpredictability

Phaata

21-01-2026

CMA CGM has announced a return to Cape of Good Hope routings for Asia-Europe trades, reversing its recent decision to transit the Red Sea. Experts from Xeneta warn that this constant shifting creates instability for shippers, eroding trust in schedule reliability and increasing inventory management risks.

Pre-Lunar New Year Air Freight Peak: Shippers Urged to Book Early

Phaata

21-01-2026

Ahead of the Lunar New Year (February 17), leading freight forwarders such as Scan Global Logistics and Dachser are collectively warning shippers to book 1-2 weeks in advance. Extended factory closures and airline flight cuts are expected to cause severe capacity shortages across Asia.

Surging India-Iran Air Freight: Risk of 'Collateral Damage' from Proposed US 25% Tariffs

Phaata

20-01-2026

Air cargo volumes from India to Iran have surged nearly 200% over the past five years. However, this growth momentum faces significant challenges as US President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose a 25% tariff on Iran’s trading partners threatens to disrupt this burgeoning supply chain.

International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 3/2026 | Phaata

Phaata

19-01-2026

The international logistics marketplace platform Phaata provides an update on the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe, and more for Week 3 (from January 12 - 18), 2026.

Global Tanker Market Forecast 2026

Phaata

19-01-2026

Tim Smith, an expert from MSI, assesses that the tanker market enters 2026 on a solid footing driven by geopolitical instability and surging oil production. However, the wave of newbuilding deliveries commencing this year could exert pressure to reverse market trends in the 2027–2028 period.

Red Sea Restart: Signaling Lower Rates for Asia-US Shippers

Phaata

18-01-2026

Maersk’s decision to resume services via the Red Sea could release 6-8% of global shipping capacity, creating significant downward pressure on freight rates for Asia-US shippers as the market enters a crucial contract negotiation phase.

Recession fears grow as US port strike enters third day

Phaata

03-10-2024

A three-day US port strike has raised fears of a recession as panic buying and supply chain disruptions worsen.

US East Coast Strike Begins With ‘Chaos’ Forecast

Phaata

01-10-2024

The US East Coast strike has begun, raising concerns about severe congestion and rising freight rates in the global supply chain.

US East Coast Strike Could Disrupt Global Shipping

Phaata

30-09-2024

A potential strike at US East Coast ports could disrupt the global shipping industry, with lengthy recovery times and significant challenges for supply chains and freight rates.

International shipping and logistics market update - Week 39/2024

Phaata

30-09-2024

Update on international shipping and logistics markets for Asia, Europe and North America in Week 39/2024.

Shipping Lines Raise Surcharges as Fears of Impending East Coast Strike

Phaata

28-09-2024

A potential strike at U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast ports could cause major disruptions to global supply chains, prompting ports, shipping lines and regulators to prepare quickly to mitigate the damage.

Ensuring Sustainability Standards in Global Supply Chains Amidst Complex Regulations

Phaata

27-09-2024

Companies are progressively recognizing the importance of embedding sustainability standards, mandated by national laws, deep into their international supply chains. This necessity stems from growing pressures from governments, consumers, and investors demanding transparency and responsible practices across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.

Peak Season 2024: Forecasts and Preparation

Phaata

26-09-2024

Supply chain managers are currently analyzing data and forecasting for peak season 2024. While predicting the future is challenging, meticulous planning is essential to fully capitalize on this crucial period.

MSC signs contract to build 10 new 21,000 TEU containerships at Hengli Heavy

Phaata

24-09-2024

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) continues its streak of newbuilding orders with a contract for 10 LNG dual-fuelled containerships of 21,000 TEU at Hengli Heavy, marking a new milestone in the company’s strategy to develop the world’s largest fleet.

Port of Los Angeles posts busiest month since pandemic

Phaata

23-09-2024

The Port of Los Angeles posted its busiest month since the pandemic in August, with cargo volumes up 16% year-over-year, highlighting strong consumer demand in the U.S. market.