Panama deregisters 107 ships from its fleet due to sanctions
Panama deregisters 107 ships from its fleet due to sanctions. The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has officially deregistered 107 Panamanian-flagged vessels listed under international sanctions, with an additional 18 currently undergoing the deregistration process. This action is in accordance with Executive Decree No. 512 of October 18, 2024, which grants the PMA the authority to unilaterally cancel the registration of [...]
31/03/2025
China to review sale of Panama Canal shipping terminals to US investor: Report
China to review sale of Panama Canal shipping terminals to US investor: Report. In an unusual move, China regulators will review the sale of port operations linked to the Panama Canal to a consortium led by a U.S investor. China’s State Administration for Market Regulation posted comments on its website that it planned to review the $23 billion sale by [...]
31/03/2025
How Adidas is Advancing Supply Chain Sustainability [Part 2 of 2]
How Adidas is Advancing Supply Chain Sustainability [Part 2 of 2]. Circular materials and responsible sourcing Sustainable materials remain a key focus for Adidas. In its 2024 annual report, the company states: “In 2024, climate change, pollution, water, biodiversity and ecosystems and resource use and circular economy were confirmed as material environmental impact areas for us to continue to focus [...]
23/03/2025
How Adidas is Advancing Supply Chain Sustainability [Part 1 of 2]
How Adidas is Advancing Supply Chain Sustainability [Part 1 of 2]. Adidas saw significant financial growth in 2024 while advancing sustainability in its supply chain, reducing emissions and increasing circularity Adidas has reported strong financial performance in 2024, with an increase in operating profit of more than €1bn ($1.08bn), reaching €1.337bn ($1.45bn). Bjørn Gulden, CEO at Adidas, highlights the company’s [...]
23/03/2025
MSC launches new Asia – South America East Coast service
MSC launches new Asia – South America East Coast service. MSC is extending its Brazilian port coverage from locations in Asia with a new service. The new weekly Carioca service connects Asia and South America East Coast and the company said it will provide additional coverage as well as increasing connectivity and frequency with Asia on the trade lane, in [...]
23/03/2025
UK Trade in 2025: Challenges, Tariffs and Global Expansion [Part 2 of 2]
UK Trade in 2025: Challenges, Tariffs and Global Expansion [Part 2 of 2]. The importance of supply chain resilience and flexible logistics strategies UK businesses face numerous challenges in international trade this year, emphasising the need to enhance supply chain resilience and implement flexible logistics strategies to effectively manage future disruptions. “The ability to weather disruptions is crucial for success [...]
16/03/2025
UK Trade in 2025: Challenges, Tariffs and Global Expansion [Part 1 of 2]
UK Trade in 2025: Challenges, Tariffs and Global Expansion [Part 1 of 2]. Exploring how UK businesses face constant trade disruptions in 2025 due to geopolitical instability, supply chain restructuring and rising tariffs Global trade disruptions, enhanced by factors like climate events and geopolitical tensions, have exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains. Organisations must embrace diversified sourcing, regionalisation and nearshoring [...]
16/03/2025
Houthi to resume attacks on Israeli vessels in Red Sea
Houthi to resume attacks on Israeli vessels in Red Sea. The Houthi say they will resume attacks on all Israeli vessels until crossing into Gaza for aid supplies are reopened.. In a statement issued by the Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center (HOCC) it said the Yemini Armed Forces were resuming a ban on Israeli vessels in the in Red and Arabian [...]
16/03/2025
Malaysia urged to prioritise green shipping as global maritime industry leans towards protecting environment
Malaysia urged to prioritise green shipping as global maritime industry leans towards protecting environment. Ito said Malaysia should ensure its regulations align with international standards such as the International Maritime Organisation's Energy Efficiency Design Index and Carbon Intensity Indicator. KUALA LUMPUR (March 9): Malaysia should embrace and prioritise green shipping trends to remain relevant despite its strategic advantage along the [...]
09/03/2025
FMM: Delay proposed 30% port tariff hikes
FMM: Delay proposed 30% port tariff hikes. KUALA LUMPUR (March 8): The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has called on the government to postpone the implementation of the proposed 30% rise in port tariffs, particularly for container handling and storage, as it will have major implications on cost of doing business for manufacturers and shippers. FMM president Tan Sri Soh [...]
09/03/2025
