Change country:
Home / News
The container shipping landscape is undergoing significant change as new alliances and service structures reshape trade routes and port operations. From February 2025, the Gemini Cooperation, a partnership between Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, will redefine service patterns, with key implications for
Logistics is creating seamless connections across borders. As companies grow internationally, they need logistics partners that offer a global reach and local expertise. Noatum Logistics’ expansive global network of offices and trusted partnerships allows us to support clients wherever they
North American shippers currently face a storm of challenges that threaten to reshape trade flows and logistics costs on both sides of the Atlantic, with escalating port labour unrest and potential tariff hikes after the election of President Donald Trump. One
October marked the start of the traditional shipping peak following China’s Golden Week holiday, with rising eCommerce activity and new electronics launches driving up demand and rates across Asia. Although economic forecasts suggest a potential slowdown, airfreight demand within Asia and
The global sea freight market is navigating turbulent waters as 2024 draws to a close, with recent months marked by capacity miscalculations, strikes, and geopolitical tensions. Carriers have struggled with overcapacity on major routes, particularly on Asia-North America lanes, where near-record
In today’s digital landscape, customer reviews are more influential than ever. Positive reviews can boost credibility and drive sales, while negative feedback, particularly around delivery issues, can deter new customers and damage brand reputation. How a business responds to reviews—especially complaints—significantly
As we enter the final quarter of 2024, global freight remains under pressure. Congestion and capacity constraints continue to strain supply chains, especially as shippers prepare for the peak season. Ocean freight demand remains strong, particularly on Asia-Europe and Asia-Americas routes.
The US East and Gulf Coast dockworker strike, which began on the 1st October 2024, has been temporarily resolved after three days of disruption, but the risk of further strikes remains. The strike, led by 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s
As tonight’s (30th September) midnight deadline approaches, marking the expiration of the existing labour contract, the shipping industry is bracing for potential strikes by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) on the US East and Gulf coasts. With significant disruptions looming,
Unit 1, Alpha Way, Thorpe Industrial Estate
Egham, TW20 8RZ, United Kingdom
+44 (0)1784 480 100
infouk@noatumlogistics.com
Noatum Logistics is a company
of Noatum Group
Reach out: rc-reachout@adports.ae
Whistleblowing: Online portal
© Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved.