Thursday, July 9, 2026

Shipping

Why Truckload Rates Are Rising Across North America

For most of 2023 and 2024, shippers moving freight across the United States and Canada held the upper hand. Trucking capacity was abundant, carriers were undercutting each other for loads,...

AI Boom Keeps Air Cargo Capacity Tight — What It Means for Africa

Artificial intelligence has quietly become the most powerful force in global air freight. What began as a niche flow...

Mozambique’s First Port Community System: A Turning Point for African Trade

Mozambique has taken a significant step toward modernizing its maritime sector with the introduction of its first Port...

How Port Community Systems Are Transforming African Ports

A container ship idling outside a breakwater burns time and money in equal measure, but the more common...

10 Most Efficient Ports in Sub-Saharan Africa

Every extra hour a container ship idles at anchor is an hour that ripples through supply chains, from...

ASL Shipping: A strategic approach to mining logistics in Africa

In a rapidly changing global logistics landscape, ASL Shipping has emerged as a key player, particularly in the mining...

The future of container shipping in Africa: Trends and challenges

Container shipping in Africa is a critical component of the continent's trade infrastructure, facilitating the movement of goods between...

Navigating Climate Action: Impacts of shipping carbon tax on African economies

As global attention intensifies on the shipping industry's role in addressing climate change, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has...

Marine insurance explained: Protecting your cargo and vessels

In today's global economy, the shipping industry plays a pivotal role in transporting goods across vast distances. With millions...

Global Seaport Rankings: Which ports Are leading the way in 2024?

In 2024, global seaports are playing an even more pivotal role in facilitating international trade and logistics. With globalization,...

World’s top reverse logistics companies revolutionizing supply chain management

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and customer satisfaction, reverse logistics has emerged as a critical element of...

The impact of fuel prices on global shipping costs

The maritime industry, responsible for transporting about 90% of global trade, is heavily influenced by fluctuating fuel prices. Fuel...

Container Innovation: A key driver for sustainability in the logistics industry

As global trade continues to expand, the logistics industry faces increasing pressure to enhance efficiency and reduce its environmental...

Air vs. sea: Choosing the right cargo transport method

In the fast-paced world of logistics and supply chain management, choosing the right transport method for cargo is crucial...

Cross-border cargo: Navigating customs and regulations

In the global economy, cross-border cargo transportation plays a crucial role in facilitating trade between nations. However, the complexities...

How AI is revolutionizing supply chains and route optimization

In today's highly connected world, supply chains are at the heart of global commerce. Efficient movement of goods is...

The Future of Freight Brokerage: Key Trends Shaping the Industry

The freight brokerage industry, once driven by phone calls, spreadsheets, and a network of personal contacts, is undergoing a...

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