Interoperable data standards are the way forward for digitising the shipping sector rather than a single, dominant, proprietary platform. According to this op-ed article in Splash 24/7, while the latter may sound utopian, the realities of human nature would get …
A slowdown in European economies and fallout from US-China trade war has upped the risk factor for ocean carriers this year, according to the latest analysis by research and consultancy firm Maritime Strategies International (MSI).
The consultant says there could …
The market appears to be weakening in advance of Chinese new year, despite a last-minute scramble for air freight.
Nevertheless, smarter management at airlines could help re-boot their fortunes after any slump.
Last week Chinese data showed that in December, …
Global shipping insurer TT Club has commended Maersk’s decision to begin random spot checks on containers and wants more carriers to follow its example.
Risk management director Peregrine Storrs-Fox told The Loadstar: “We are lobbying the IMO to make changes …
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Providing service to 124 countries globally with the title of the fastest growing air cargo brand of the world, Turkish Cargo performed two different special cargo operations on January, 14th , successfully and safely carrying 17 horses to …
During the weekend I was rather entertained by AP Møller Mærsk subsidiary Twill’s latest affairs, and Amazon’s future dominance of the supply chain – a game that the Seattle-based behemoth would be crazy to play. And one that, given the …
Shipping lines have defended what shippers described as “insane” charges for ‘street turns’, claiming customers will ultimately save on costs.
Last week, shippers slammed the charges announced by ZIM, HMM, SM Lines and Maersk of between $40 and $75 for …
