On the evening of the 29th, the MSC cargo ship 'Pumba' caught fire while sailing in the Red Sea. Thanks to the swift response of relevant Egyptian authorities, the fire was brought under control, preventing any casualties. The affected vessel has been safely towed to an anchorage, ensuring order in the surrounding maritime area.
This article addresses common issues in freight forwarding practice, including non-vessel operating certificates, customs declaration cancellation, ocean bills of lading, and Shenzhen port charges. It emphasizes the timeliness of applying for certificates of origin and provides detailed explanations of the calculation methods for various fees. The aim is to offer practical reference for foreign trade practitioners.
In export operations, the generation of cargo handling data involves multiple departments and data sources, including port arrival data, foreign vessel data, and central cargo handling data, ultimately forming manifest data. The smoothness of this process directly impacts the overall efficiency and accuracy of exports. Understanding this workflow helps enhance the professionalism of foreign trade operations.
Shenzhen Port, located in Guangdong Province, is a crucial container port in southern China, with a steady increase in cargo and container throughput in recent years. Equipped with a modern navigation management system, it ensures safe and efficient vessel operations. Its developed transportation network fosters the integration of regional economy and international trade.
The Asian Shippers' Alliance annual meeting adopted an action plan to address rising ocean freight rates and opaque surcharges. The plan includes appeals to the International Chamber of Commerce and the World Trade Organization, advocating for simplified freight rates and reasonable surcharges. It also supports supply chain security measures and urges Asian countries to develop pro-competitive maritime regulations to protect shipper rights. The alliance aims to ensure fee transparency and fair treatment for shippers in the face of increasing costs and complex fee structures in the maritime industry.
Port Nelson Ltd is the primary fishing port and logistics hub in the Nelson Marlborough region of New Zealand, with a cargo throughput of 3.1 million tons and a container throughput of 108,106 TEU in the 2016-2017 fiscal year, including 805 vessel visits. The port is continuously enhancing its infrastructure and services while actively promoting sustainable development.
This article analyzes the market outlook for 3,500 cbm semi-refrigerated LPG vessels, focusing on supply and demand dynamics, particularly demand trends in Northwestern Europe. It also examines historical and forecasted charter rates and second-hand vessel prices, aiming to provide market insights for relevant businesses.
This article compiles frequently asked questions from freight forwarding forums, addressing issues like container sharing, vessel schedule inquiries, reasons for cargo rejection, and customs clearance deadlines. It serves as a practical guide for freight forwarding beginners, helping them quickly understand industry knowledge and avoid common mistakes.
The China-US trade agreement has revitalized demand from China to the US, presenting new challenges to the supply chain. The reduction in empty vessel sailings has tightened capacity, potentially leading to shortages, delays, and price increases. Users will feel the impact during the upcoming peak season.
Norwegian shipping company Golden Ocean Group expects that the dry bulk shipping market can absorb 10% of new vessel capacity due to port congestion and demand for coastal trade in China. Although the number of new ship deliveries needs to be reduced by 40% to maintain high charter rates, the market still shows resilience and potential for growth.
