In this edition, we cover crucial updates and insights on:
- Major Ocean Carrier Alliance Changes: The Maersk-MSC 2M alliance dissolution and new partnerships are causing capacity shifts, delays, and rate fluctuations across global trade lanes.
- Port Congestion Updates: Sydney and Melbourne face delays due to labour shortages, while congestion remains high in Europe and Brazil.
- Ocean Carrier Schedule Reliability: Reliability remains volatile at 50-55%, with continued disruptions affecting transit times.
- Lithium Battery Shipping Compliance: Stricter regulations in 2025 require accurate classification, proper labelling, and documentation to avoid fines and shipment delays.
- Safe Container Loading & Chain of Responsibility (COR): New NHVR guidelines stress compliance in weight distribution and load securing—download the latest guide to ensure best practices.
- USA Tariffs & De Minimis Changes: New tariffs on Chinese imports and adjustments to de minimis thresholds are increasing costs and reshaping global trade flows.
- Final Thoughts: Proactive shipment planning, regulatory compliance, and exploring alternative routes will be key to navigating 2025’s evolving logistics landscape.
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