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Air Freight Shockwave: US-Iran War Grounds Flights Across Middle East
Global air freight capacity plunged 18 percent as an array of global carriers suspend flights, reroute…
Hapag-Lloyd Targets Downcycle Flexibility with $4.2B ZIM Acquisition
By acquiring ZIM, Hapag-Lloyd increases chartered vessel exposure, a strategy executives say will help adjust…
Israel Injects New Uncertainty Into ZIM’s Strategic Review
The Israeli government reminded the ocean carrier it can block any deal where over 24 percent of shares are…
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As ZIM Sale Talks Heat Up, Workers Rail Against Reported Hapag-Lloyd Bid
The Israeli ocean carrier's workers are sounding off against a possible buyout from Hapag-Lloyd based on its…
ZIM Signals Readiness for Red Sea Return, If Insurers Sign Off
Even as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire has bred more optimism, ZIM and rivals say war-risk insurers, and the…
Suez Canal Urges Maersk to Return as Gaza Ceasefire Plan Takes Shape
Even as the canal's operator pushes for renewed traffic, the carrier says it is too early to assess how…
Houthis Vow More Red Sea Attacks on Israel-Linked Ships
Last month, the Yemini group attacked multiple vessels, killing four seafarers on the bulk carrier MV…
Houthi Attacks Sink Ship in Red Sea Amid Renewed Threats
Two commercial vessels targeted in 24 hours raise fears of an escalated campaign against Israel-linked…
Maersk Resumes Haifa Imports; Strait of Hormuz Shipping Normalizes
The Iran-Israel ceasefire has bred hope for a return to more typical operations in the Middle East, but…
US-Iran Clash Sparks Strait of Hormuz Blockade Threat Fears
A blockade would likely be a more targeted operation focused on U.S. and Israeli shipping, according to a…
Maersk Halts Haifa Port Calls, Citing Israel-Iran Safety Risks
The container shipping giant will still call at Israel's Port of Ashdod as it arranges alternative…
New BGMEA Chief Warns of Shipping Disruption From Iran-Israel Conflict
Oil price volatility will directly affect logistics and energy costs, newly elected BGMEA president Mahmud…
Amid Israel-Iran Tensions, Shipping Slows Down in Strait of Hormuz
As the conflict escalates, container shipping faces growing risks from a potential chokepoint closure, rising…
How Israeli Footwear Firms Are Being Impacted During Iran Conflict
Israeli footwear firms see logistical impact from the conflict with Iran as they find ways to continue their…
Israel’s Strikes on Iran Trigger Elevated Shipping Risks Across Middle East
The attacks prompted the U.K. and Greece to advise shipping fleets to be more cautious in sailing areas like…