This article analyzes the time and costs required for shipping furniture from major ports in China to Brisbane. It highlights influencing factors such as the shipping origin, transportation methods, and intermediaries. The article also recommends communicating with shipping companies to obtain reasonable prices and transportation guarantees.
The Civil Aviation Administration has issued new regulations requiring airlines to implement a tiered fee structure for ticket refunds and changes. This prohibits the blanket rule of no refunds or changes for discounted tickets, aiming to enhance transparency and protect passengers' rights. Additionally, OTA platforms are not allowed to charge extra fees.
Due to ongoing security risks in the Red Sea region, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have opted to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, abandoning the Suez Canal. This decision aims to ensure the safety of crew and cargo while optimizing the stability and reliability of the supply chain.
In the first half of the year, Hangzhou's airport port achieved an international cargo volume exceeding 110,000 tons, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.47%. Among this, the export cargo volume reached 97,500 tons, with cross-border e-commerce shipments accounting for over 60%, highlighting the new vitality of the region's economy.
At the 2025 Hannover Industrial Fair, Cainiao launched a narrow-band linear sorting machine targeting the European market. This product has received CE certification and is now in use, aimed at assisting local express companies in addressing challenges such as labor shortages and limited space. It is expected to improve sorting efficiency by 30%.
With the implementation of a new round of tariff policies, Seattle Port now has no ships docking, highlighting a different aspect of being the second largest port in the United States. This poses severe challenges for importers, consumers, and the overall stability of the economy.
The container congestion issue at the Port of Vancouver is severe. Canadian National Railway (CN) demonstrates strong transportation efficiency, while CPKC faces multiple challenges. Meanwhile, the container throughput at Prince Rupert and Halifax steadily increases, highlighting both the potential and areas for improvement in rail transport. Collaborative efforts across the industry are essential to address these challenges.
Bangladesh has reached a collaboration with a Japanese company to jointly develop the Matarbari deep sea port in the Cox's Bazar region, aimed at enhancing international trade capacity and economic growth. The new port will feature a 460-meter container terminal and a 300-meter multipurpose terminal, with an expected handling capacity of 2.6 million TEUs, and is set to be completed by 2029.
Evergreen Marine has invested $3.25 billion to order 11 ultra-large LNG dual-fuel container ships, showcasing its foresight in the green transformation of shipping. In collaboration with Hanwha Ocean and Guangzhou Shipyard International, the company emphasizes environmental protection and economic efficiency.
CMA CGM Group has announced a peak season surcharge on cargo transported from Northern Europe to the United States. The fee is set at $150 for a 20-foot container, and $300 for both 40-foot and 45-foot containers. Additionally, the charges vary depending on the type of container, prompting cargo owners to stay vigilant regarding these changes.
