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NEW CHALLENGES FOR MARITIME SAFETY: WHAT'S GOING ON WITH MSC

NEW CHALLENGES FOR MARITIME SAFETY: WHAT'S GOING ON WITH MSC

26 May 2025

On the afternoon of May 25, the Indian Ministry of Defence officially confirmed that the Liberian-flagged container ship 'MSC ELSA 3' had sunk off the coast of Kochi earlier that day. Alarmingly, most of the containers on board were carrying hazardous goods, which have now been confirmed to have fallen into the sea.

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VIETNAM AND THE UNITED STATES EDGE CLOSER TO RECIPROCAL TRADE AGREEMENT

VIETNAM AND THE UNITED STATES EDGE CLOSER TO RECIPROCAL TRADE AGREEMENT

24 May 2025

Over the course of three days of negotiations, with strong determination and utmost effort, the Vietnamese and U.S. delegations engaged in discussions covering all issues raised prior to the talks. The exchanges were conducted in a spirit of goodwill, openness, mutual respect for each country’s system, and with an aim to harmonize and balance interests. The discussions also aligned with international commitments and the respective levels of development of each nation.

 

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SWEDEN TIGHTENS IMPORT CHECKS: VIETNAMES FIRMS MUST FOLLOW ORIGIN RULES

SWEDEN TIGHTENS IMPORT CHECKS: VIETNAMES FIRMS MUST FOLLOW ORIGIN RULES

21 May 2025

The Swedish Customs Authority has recently announced a series of measures to tighten the monitoring of imported goods, particularly shipments suspected of misdeclaring their origin to evade high tariffs imposed by the EU on U.S. products.

 

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SHANGHAI SPOT BOX RATES TO US WEST COAST LEAP 31% IN JUST ONE WEEK

SHANGHAI SPOT BOX RATES TO US WEST COAST LEAP 31% IN JUST ONE WEEK

20 May 2025

Container freight rates from Shanghai to the U.S. have surged as shippers rush to take advantage of a 90-day tariff suspension, raising concerns about capacity shortages and supply chain congestion.

 

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THE PROCESS OF IMPORTING GOODS FROM A TO Z

THE PROCESS OF IMPORTING GOODS FROM A TO Z

19 May 2025

With its cost efficiency and high cargo capacity, sea freight remains the top choice for import-export activities. However, to ensure a shipment moves smoothly from booking to warehouse delivery, importers must understand the process thoroughly and systematically. In the following article, ASL Logistics provides a detailed step-by-step guide to sea freight import procedures from A to Z — helping you save time, reduce costs, and minimize risks in international trade.

 

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SUEZ CANAL SLASHES TRANSIT FEES 15% TO WIN BACK CONTAINER TRAFFIC

SUEZ CANAL SLASHES TRANSIT FEES 15% TO WIN BACK CONTAINER TRAFFIC

17 May 2025

Egypt cuts Suez Canal tolls by 15% for large container ships to lure them back, but experts say the decision to return to the Red Sea still hinges on security risk assessments.

 

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THE FIRST SHIPMENTS FROM CHINA SUBJECT TO THE 145% TARIFF HAVE ARRIVED AT U.S PORTS

THE FIRST SHIPMENTS FROM CHINA SUBJECT TO THE 145% TARIFF HAVE ARRIVED AT U.S PORTS

13 May 2025

According to CNBC, the first cargo ships carrying goods from China subject to the Trump administration’s new 145% additional tariffs have begun arriving at U.S. ports...

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LCL VS. FCL: WHICH SHIPPING OPTION IS BEST FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

LCL VS. FCL: WHICH SHIPPING OPTION IS BEST FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

13 May 2025

In the import-export and logistics industry, choosing the appropriate shipping method is a key factor that helps businesses optimize costs, time, and ensure the safety of goods. The two most common methods today are Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL).

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MARITIME SHIPPING RISKS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

MARITIME SHIPPING RISKS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

12 May 2025

In the maritime shipping industry-where every shipment depends on a complex and tightly coordinated chain of operations-terms such as port congestion, blank sailing, roll-over, and no-show cargo are no longer unfamiliar to import-export businesses or logistics professionals.

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TOP TEN LARGEST AIRLINES IN THE WORLD

TOP TEN LARGEST AIRLINES IN THE WORLD

10 May 2025

Air transport is one of the most vital modes of global logistics. Although it accounts for only a small portion of total cargo volume, it plays a leading role in terms of the value of goods moved in international trade, thanks to its speed and ability to connect continents seamlessly.

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