Impact to global trade of disruption of shipping routes in the Red Sea, Black Sea and Panama Canal – UNCTAD rapid assessment
GENEVA : This UNCTAD rapid assessment looks into the situation of interntional shipping amid disruptions that have the potential to reshape global maritime networks and reconfigure the world trading map. Two months into 2024,
New freighters could ease Red Sea cargo disruptions
YEMEN : After the Houthi militians started attacking container ships in the Red Sea last year, the cost of shipping goods from Asia soared by over 300%, prompting fears that supply chain disruptions might once again
International Trade Groups call for Maritime Security in Red Sea
NEW YORK : More than 100 industry trade associations representing the apparel, retail, energy, agriculture, electronics and medicine sectors have formed a global coalition to safeguard Red Sea commerce. On Thursday, the American Apparel & Footwear
Red Sea crisis bites deep for Egypt as Suez Canal fees plummet
CAIRO : Suez Canal toll fees have taken a dive as ships redirect around the Cape of Good Hope, but the diversions have had a mixed impact on freight markets. An analysis from Veson
UNCTAD : Red Sea conflict adds insult to global trade’s injuries
LONDON : UNCTAD has raised profound concerns over escalating disruptions to global trade. The Intergovernmental Body noted that recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea, combined with geopolitical tensions affecting shipping in the Black
FIATA calls for global monitoring and coordination to facilitate maritime transport as Red Sea tensions intensify
GENEVA : In the wake of mounting tensions in the Red Sea, FIATA has released a call to action for strengthened international dialogue and monitoring between governments and industry decision-makers to ensure maritime supply
Hapag Lloyd hikes dry cargo rates from Canada to India and Middle East
HAMBURG : Hapag Lloyd has announced a general rate increase (GRI) from Canada West Coast to Middle East and the Indian subcontinent for dry cargo transported in 20TEU and 40 TEU containers, beginning 1
CMA CGM adjusts NEMO service due to Red Sea crisis
MARSEILLE : Due to recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea Region, CMA CGM Group is introducing precautionary measures for the safety of its vessels and crew members. As a result, the
