The Panama Canal Authority officially initiates a prequalification process for two strategic projects: the construction of two new container terminals (Atlantic and Pacific coasts) and a 76 km pipeline intended to transfer propane, butane, and ethane across the country without passing thru the canal. The chosen scheme is very “investor”-oriented: first,...
Dozens of truck drivers from the Western Balkans organized a massive blockade of freight terminals located at the borders between their countries and the European Union, protesting against rules limiting the stay of non-European drivers to 90 days in the Schengen area. Since January 26, 2026, heavy-duty pylons have disrupted traffic...
The maritime group Maersk is strengthening the integration of its services between the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean by highlighting Damietta (Egypt) as a major connection point for cargo traffic, particularly bulk carriers and general cargo. The port of Damietta, recently brought into the spotlight after receiving a record shipment...
Global statistics published at the end of January 2026 confirm that air freight demand increased by 3.4% in 2025, driven by a solid recovery in international trade and the diversification of transported products. This growth was accompanied by a 3.7% increase in overall capacity, indicating that the supply of airspace expanded...
Air Canada Cargo is implementing an ambitious network strategy based on a hub-and-spoke model centered on Canada, aiming to position the country as an international logistics transit hub. Rather than focusing on origin-destination volumes, the company is redefining its network so that 60% to 70% of the freight passes thru its...
As containerized maritime transport projects toward a prolonged phase of overcapacity, the market theoretically expects a return to demolition to rebalance supply. Problem: Recycling capacity is constrained by regulations, which can hinder the natural “decongestion” of the fleet. The paper recalls that the Hong Kong Convention (adopted in 2009) came into...
South African ports have confirmed their rise to prominence by handling a record volume of containers throughout the past year. This progress reflects the positive effects of the logistical reforms undertaken, as well as the intensification of intra-African and intercontinental trade. The improvement of port productivity, the modernization of equipment, and...
Global air freight starts 2026 on a stronger dynamic than expected The first indicators of 2026 confirm a more robust recovery than expected in global air freight. After a year-end marked by some caution, transported volumes are on the rise again on several major routes, particularly in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East,...
The Maersk Group has announced new tariff measures targeting certain North African destinations, in response to persistent congestion in several strategic ports. These adjustments take the form of specific fees aimed at compensating for increased turnaround times, terminal saturation, and heightened operational constraints. The concerned ports play a central role in...
Faced with major disruptions to road transport in the Balkans, air freight is experiencing a sudden surge in charter requests in Southeast Europe. Freight forwarders, faced with unpredictable delays by land, are turning to air to secure urgent and high-value deliveries. Charter platforms are reporting a rapid increase in requests for...
