European Export 40 Meter High Cabinet Weight Limit Problems and Operating Recommendations
April 10, 2024
The weight limitation of the 40-foot (40HQ) cabin for exports to Europe is indeed a matter that needs to be carefully considered. The limits on the weight of goods will vary in different countries and regions due to different traffic regulations, road conditions and port facilities. Although shipping companies have clear regulations on the maximum load of containers, the country of destination needs to be considered when practically operating.
Global shipping industry faces rising shipping costs and additional charges
2 April 2024
Recently, the global shipping industry has faced an uptick of shipping charges and additional charges again. Several major shipping companies, including Hapag-Lloyd, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), Delta Shipping (CMA CGM), South Korean Shipping (HMM) and Walmart Shipping, have announced the upgrades of GRI (Integral Rate Rate Rate) and FAK (Free Shipping) from April 1 to May 1 this year.
Suez Canal Transit Fee Increases from 15 January 2024
October 20, 2023
Recently, the Suez Canal Authority of Egypt issued a significant announcement, revealing a decision to increase transit fees for certain vessels, effective from mid-January of next year. This adjustment is highly likely to have an impact on global trade and inflation. First, New Transit Fee Adjustments Effective January 15, 2024, the majority of vessels, including crude oil tankers, refined oil tankers...
China-Russia Arctic Route Containers Officially Launched
17 August 2023
With the official launch of the China-Russia Arctic container liner service, trade relations between the two nations are expected to strengthen further. Following years of preparation, this significant project officially commenced at a launch ceremony in July, with the first liner vessel anticipated to arrive at Shanghai Port in mid-August. Currently, China-Russia cooperation on the Arctic route primarily focuses on three key areas: firstly, through this collaboration...
Precautions for Maritime Imports from India: Regulations, Policies and Processes
26 June 2023
India, as the largest country in the South Asian subcontinent, has 12 major ports, including Mumbai, Calcutta, Chinatown (formerly called Madras), Cochin, Goa, etc., accounting for three-quarters of Indias domestic freight volume. Among these ports, Mumbai Port is the largest and its maritime capacity is ranked 18th in the world. However, Chinas shipping to Calcutta port in India requires its...
Labor-management negotiations at US West Coast ports reach preliminary agreement, shipping industry faces complex challenges
20 June 2023
First, Current Status of Labor Negotiations: Preliminary Agreement Reached On June 15, 2023, the West Coast port labor negotiations took a significant turn as the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA), representing employer groups, reached a preliminary labor contract agreement under the mediation of Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Su Weisi. PMA and ILWU indicated that they have reached an agreement covering the next six years...
MSC announces upgrades to 11 intra-Asia routes
26 May 2023
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has announced the upgrade of 11 intra-Asia routes to further enhance its intra-Asia network and offer more convenient direct services, reduce transit times, and increase capacity. This upgrade initiative will take effect in June 2023, providing customers with more efficient freight services. The following are MSCs upgraded services and maiden voyage schedules: Seagull ...
How much do you know about the size and weight of flat rack containers?
9 May 2023
A Flat Rack Container is a specialized type of container distinguished by the absence of fixed side panels or a ceiling on its upper and lower sections, featuring only fixed brackets on both sides and a bottom structure. It is typically used for transporting oversized, overweight, or over-height cargo, such as machinery and equipment, steel, timber, marble, and more. Dimensions and weight specifications for flat rack containers can vary depending on the manufacturer...
A number of shipping companies have opened the Far East—St. Petersburg route to fill the market gap
21 April 2023
Amidst global political instability, U.S. sanctions against Russia have led to the suspension of operations by numerous global shipping companies, and shipping routes from China to Russia have also been affected. Although many container shipping companies, such as Maersk, have successively withdrawn from the Russian shipping market, some shipping companies are shifting their focus to the China-Baltic route. In this situation, multiple...
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