supply chain

All Sea Trade Logistics coverage tagged supply chain.

Industrial steel production and international trade logistics operations

Alkavex Conducts Steel Sourcing and Trading Visits in Northern China

Alkavex has concluded business development meetings with steel producers and trade partners across Tangshan and Tianjin to support supply flows to African markets.

22 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Descartes Unveils AI Agent Platform for Logistics Workflows

Descartes Systems Group has launched a new AI agent coordination platform, the Descartes Agent Control Plane, designed to automate complex logistics workflows across various applications and supply chain partners.

9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

AD Ports Group Finalises $835 Million Acquisition of CLI

AD Ports Group has completed its $835 million acquisition of Brazilian terminal operator CLI, adding two agri-bulk terminals that handled 17 million tonnes in 2025 to its portfolio.

3 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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LNG

Cheniere and Petrobras Finalize 22-Year LNG Supply Agreement

Cheniere Energy and Petrobras have entered into a long-term agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas, strengthening energy ties between North and South America.

30 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Etihad Rail Inaugurates New Freight Service Connecting Abu Dhabi

Etihad Rail has launched a new freight service, establishing a direct rail link between Abu Dhabi's industrial zone and a port located on the Indian Ocean.

28 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta Attends GTR Commodities 2026 in Geneva

Alkagesta participated in GTR Commodities 2026 in Geneva, a significant forum for the global commodity trade and trade finance community, engaging with industry leaders and discussing key market trends.

24 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

An autonomous yard truck operating in a logistics facility

Maritime Logistics

Autonomous Yard Trucks Transition to Commercial Use, Face Adoption Hurdles

Autonomous yard trucks are moving beyond pilot programs into commercial applications, but their widespread adoption is hindered more by operational challenges and integration issues than by technological limitations, according to industry experts.

23 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Fertilizer bags stacked in a warehouse or port terminal, ready for shipment.

Commodity Trading

Alkagesta Details Rigorous Fertilizer Supplier Verification Process

Alkagesta's Fertilizer Desk Lead, Vusal Muradov, outlined the company's comprehensive approach to supplier diligence, quality verification, and contract discipline in fertilizer trading, emphasizing a multi-stage checking process.

23 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Kuehne + Nagel Secures Long-Term Logistics Deal with AWS

Kuehne + Nagel has entered into a long-term agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide a comprehensive suite of logistics services for the cloud computing platform's infrastructure.

22 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Supply Chain

Alkagesta chief urges shipping to act on spiralling transport costs

In an opinion piece for The Motorship, Alkagesta chief executive Orkhan Rustamov argues that record freight and canal costs are a problem the industry must manage rather than accept as inevitable.

17 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

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Ports

Busan Focuses on Startups for Port Automation Competitiveness

Busan is reportedly shifting its strategy for maritime competitiveness, prioritizing port automation through startup collaborations rather than traditional state-backed platforms, according to Container News.

9 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Evergreen Expands Smart Cold Chain with IoT Reefer Containers

Evergreen Marine has significantly expanded its smart cold chain capabilities by operating approximately 58,000 reefer containers equipped with Internet of Things (IoT) technology, enhancing cargo monitoring.

8 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Terminals

Suzano Acquires 10% Stake in Aracruz Container Terminal Project

Brazilian pulp producer Suzano is reportedly set to acquire a 10% stake in Hanseatic Global Terminals Aracruz, a company developing a new container terminal at the Port of Aracruz in Brazil.

6 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Supply Chain

UPS Announces Executive Leadership Changes and New Operating Model

UPS has announced executive leadership changes and a new global operating model, effective September 1, 2026, according to The Loadstar, which also reported the retirement of a key executive.

1 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Marine Fuel

Alkagesta Reports Strong 1H 2026 Performance Amid Market Volatility

Alkagesta published its 1H 2026 Performance Update, detailing commercial activity, strategic developments, and operational progress across its core commodities portfolio, maintaining reliable product availability for customers.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Petroleum Products

Dangote Refinery Boosts Nigerian Petroleum Product Exports

Nigeria's seaborne petroleum product exports have significantly increased since 2023, largely due to the Dangote refinery, contributing to the international market amidst supply constraints, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Cargo plane being loaded with containers

Maritime Logistics

LATAM Cargo Integrates IATA DG AutoCheck for Dangerous Goods

LATAM Cargo has become the first airline in the Americas to integrate IATA's DG AutoCheck solution directly into its core system, aiming to enhance dangerous goods management and streamline operations.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

London Gateway Berth 5 Expansion Dredging Campaign Commences

DP World's London Gateway Berth 5 expansion project has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of its main dredging campaign, as reported by McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

US Authorities Investigate Apex Logistics Over AI Chip Supply

US authorities are reportedly investigating Singapore-based Apex Logistics, a subsidiary of Kuehne+Nagel, concerning its alleged involvement in supplying AI chips to China, according to a report by The Loadstar.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Maritime Logistics

APM Terminals Expands Electric Yard Truck Fleet in New Jersey

APM Terminals is set to introduce 96 electric yard trucks at its New Jersey facility, marking a significant step in electrifying its port operations and enhancing sustainability efforts.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Diesel

Turkey Boosts Diesel Imports from US and India

Turkey significantly increased its diesel imports from the United States and India to record levels in August, according to shipping data, amidst a Russian ban on diesel exports.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

Mubadala Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics

UAE-based investor Mubadala has acquired a majority stake in Arrive Logistics, aiming to enhance the logistics company's technological capabilities and expand its service offerings for shippers, according to the Journal of Commerce.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Cargo handling equipment at a port terminal

Ports

Yusen Terminals Commits $200 Million to Zero-Emission Equipment

Yusen Terminals has extended its lease at the Port of Los Angeles, announcing a significant investment of $200 million dedicated to acquiring zero-emission cargo handling equipment.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

DSV-Schenker Integration Progresses Following 2025 Acquisition

Danish forwarder DSV is reportedly moving swiftly with the integration of DB Schenker, following its acquisition of the logistics giant in April 2025, aiming to rapidly extract synergies.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

COSCO Shipping Ports Reports Strong H1 2026 Throughput and Revenue

COSCO Shipping Ports Limited announced significant growth in its first-half 2026 results, with total cargo throughput exceeding 80 million TEUs and substantial increases in both revenue and gross profit, as reported by Bunkerspot.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

CMA CGM Expands Cooperation with ZPMC and CCCC

CMA CGM is reportedly deepening its collaboration with Chinese port equipment manufacturer ZPMC, as part of a wider agreement with ZPMC's parent company, China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), encompassing port infrastructure, logistics, and transport.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong

Maritime Logistics

Singapore Reaffirms Stance Against Tariff Evasion

Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister, Gan Kim Yong, stated that the city-state does not support using its trade and logistics infrastructure to bypass tariffs, addressing US allegations regarding the rerouting of China-made goods.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A cargo plane being loaded at an airport terminal.

Freight

Hong Kong Air Cargo Expands Charter Network to Brisbane

Hong Kong Air Cargo is set to launch new round-trip charter flights connecting Hong Kong with Brisbane, Australia, enhancing its regional network and opening new trade opportunities.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Asia-US East Coast Spot Rates See Modest Decline

Spot rates for container shipping from Asia to the US East Coast experienced a slight decrease this week, according to industry indices, following a period of significant growth.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Korean Air Prepares New Cargo Strategy Post-Asiana Merger

Korean Air is developing a new cargo strategy, focusing on an expanded passenger network and enhanced handling infrastructure, as it approaches the completion of its merger with Asiana Airlines.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Container cranes at a port terminal, with a ship in the background.

Ports

La Spezia Container Terminal Secures Crane Contracts

La Spezia Container Terminal (LSCT) has signed agreements for the acquisition of new ship-to-shore and yard cranes, preparing for the upcoming construction of the Ravano Terminal.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Ports

Yusen Terminals Extends Lease with Port of Los Angeles

Yusen Terminals has secured a 30-year lease extension from the Port of Los Angeles, committing to a substantial investment in zero-emission equipment as part of the agreement.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship being loaded at a busy port terminal, symbolizing logistics and maritime trade.

Maritime Logistics

Mubadala Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Arrive Logistics

Mubadala Capital, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment, has reportedly acquired a majority stake in Arrive Logistics, according to Transport Topics.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Container ships and cranes at a busy port terminal

Ports

Port of Los Angeles Extends ONE Terminal Lease for 30 Years

The Port of Los Angeles has secured a 30-year lease extension with a major terminal operator, paving the way for substantial investments in zero-emission cargo equipment at the facility.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Boom Amid Freight Surge

The governor of Nuevo León, Mexico, recently promoted a border boom, citing a significant increase in freight traffic between Texas and Mexico, according to FreightWaves.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Freight

Nuevo León Governor Highlights Border Freight Surge

The governor of Nuevo León recently discussed a significant increase in freight activity between Texas and Mexico, indicating a potential economic boom in the border region, according to FreightWaves.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026

ID Logistics announced a significant increase in its revenue for the first half of 2026, with reported figures showing an 18.3% rise and an even stronger like-for-like growth.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

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Maritime Logistics

ID Logistics Reports Strong Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026

ID Logistics announced a significant increase in its revenue for the first half of 2026, alongside an improvement in its underlying operating income and margin, according to Container News.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A container ship at port, with containers stacked on the dock.

Maritime Logistics

Crowley Expands Gulf-Central America Express Service to Houston

Crowley has announced the expansion of its Gulf-Central America Express service, incorporating Houston into its rotation to enhance connectivity between the US Gulf Coast and key Central American destinations.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Agricultural fields in China, symbolizing food production and security

Commodity Trading

China's Agricultural Opening-Up Boosts Global Food Security

Chinese experts recently highlighted that China's agricultural opening-up is crucial for enhancing global food security by increasing domestic production, fostering resilient supply chains, and deepening international cooperation.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large oil tanker navigating open waters, symbolizing global energy trade and logistics.

Diesel

Asian Diesel Exports to Africa Surge Amid Middle East Supply Void

Asian diesel shipments to Africa are projected to reach a four-and-a-half-year high in August, as African buyers seek alternative supplies following a significant reduction in exports from the Middle East, according to Baird Maritime.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read