For those of us who live and breathe logistics, staying ahead of ocean freight trends isn’t just a task—it’s a necessity. As 2025 approaches, the winds of change are blowing stronger than ever, shaping how goods are moved across oceans. From evolving technologies to regulatory shifts, these trends are set to redefine the shipping landscape….
Container shipping rates are spiking once again. For the first time since the pandemic era, ocean freight rates are nearing record highs. This surge in rates is attributed to limited container supply due to rerouting around the Red Sea, and strong demand in multiple regions. The busy season has commenced earlier than usual, driving rates…
The container shipping industry is a major contributor to global carbon emissions, with diesel-powered freighter ships responsible for transporting approximately 90% of global cargo. This reliance on carbon-emitting vessels underscores the international economy’s dependence on this mode of transportation. Furthermore, most container ships utilize heavy bunker fuel, which exacerbates carbon emissions. Annually, the sector consumes…
A hard top container, commonly utilized in ocean freight shipping sector, offers a versatile solution for your transportation requirements. They stand out as some of the most versatile container options on the market. Engineered with a multi-purpose focus, these specialized containers prove highly advantageous in dynamic industries. Moreover, they enable the shipment of both standard…
In the container shipping sector, ocean freight forwarders very often need to make a crucial decision- whether to choose direct shipment or transshipment to move their cargo. Each mode of shipping has its own set of merits and drawbacks, making it imperative to grasp these nuances when selecting the most suitable option to meet your…
Did you know that 57% of companies spend over 2 hours each day trying to acquire accurate market prices? Container xChange has recently conducted a survey to gain insights into how independent freight forwarders keep pace with ocean freight shipping industry trends. The survey uncovered that a significant number of companies still rely on cumbersome…
According to a new publication by Container xChange, the digitization of container operations has emerged as a valuable solution for forwarders in the container shipping industry. The report sheds light on the extensive benefits this digitization brings to logistics professionals. Despite almost seven decades having elapsed since the inception of shipping containers, the core elements…
Back in June 2022, Chinese shipbuilding firm Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding handed over the biggest container ship in the world- the Ever Alot to Evergreen. The Ever Alot with its capacity of 24,000 TEU is the largest container ship to ply the oceans to date. But will the trend of ultra large container ships continue in…
In 2021 we have seen a drop in the use of TEUs or 20-foot equivalent units. The Chinese manufacturers have been strongly favoring the use of FEUs or 40-foot shipping containers which in turn has threatened the future of the 20-foot containers. Although they have traditionally been a standard in the industry, the TEUs are…
Yara and tech company Kongsberg have created the ship YARA Birkeland which is all set to become the world’s first crewless cargo ship with zero carbon footprint. Finally, the container shipping industry has taken the next giant leap- viz the introduction of autonomous cargo ships. Although the concept of a self-steering cargo ship might sound…