Importers shipping from West India to the US East Coast should prepare for tighter capacity conditions following Mediterranean Shipping Co.'s (MSC) decision to discontinue its Indus Express service. The withdrawal removes a significant amount of space from the market, with an estimated 6,000 TEUs now needing to be absorbed by other carriers. As a result,…
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The Nhava Sheva / JNPA port area — particularly Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals (BMCT) — continues to face significant operational congestion. High container volumes, vessel schedule disruptions, road congestion, and ongoing equipment and driver shortages are all contributing to delays across the region. These challenges are impacting export planning, container movement, and vessel schedules for…
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President Trump has announced plans to reduce tariffs on Indian-origin goods from 25% to 18%, on Truth Social. While details are still emerging, the change has different implications for shipments already moving through the supply chain versus new bookings. Shipments Currently in Transit Shipments already in transit are expected to be assessed at the 25%…
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Pakistan’s shipping and logistics sector is currently facing multiple operational challenges that are disrupting cargo movement and increasing costs for shippers and consignees. Port Congestion at Port QasimPort Qasim, which had previously remained fully operational, is now experiencing significant congestion. Reports indicate that container gating-in is taking several hours, primarily due to a surge in…
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A recent escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan has led to significant disruptions in regional shipping networks, with Pakistan bearing the brunt of the impact. Following a deadly attack on Hindu tourists in Kashmir, India imposed a ban on Pakistani-flagged ships from entering its ports, citing national security concerns. In a reciprocal move, Pakistan…
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Ongoing disruptions in land border trade between Bangladesh and India are creating logistical challenges for cross-border operators and exporters. With several land ports facing suspensions or limited operations since late 2024—and India recently withdrawing a key transshipment facility—the flow of goods has slowed considerably, affecting businesses on both sides of the border. India’s withdrawal of…
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India's growing need for efficient port infrastructure has been met with the ambitious development of the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Positioned strategically along the east-west shipping lanes, Vizhinjam is set to disrupt traditional shipping routes and pose a direct challenge to major transshipment hubs like Colombo, Jebel Ali, and Singapore. This article explores…
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Heavy rainfall and flooding in India have brought road and rail transportation to a standstill in certain regions. A recent deep depression over Saurashtra and Kachchh brought strong winds—reaching 35-45 knots—and heavy rain. This severe weather has prompted Mundra Port to suspend berthing and unberthing of vessels. Additionally, single point mooring and ship-to-ship operations have…
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The severe flooding in Bangladesh, which has affected over 4.5 million people, has severely impacted cargo transportation and port operations, leading to significant delays and congestion. The Dhaka-Chattogram highway—a primary cargo route—is underwater and is halting the movement of cargo destined for Chattogram Port. Chattogram Port Congestion Chattogram Port is facing severe congestion, with container…
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UPDATE: 7/31/24—The unrest in Bangladesh has begun to subside, below is the latest impact on cargo. Congestion has eased at the Dhaka Airport and flight operations are returning to normal as the internet connection has been restored. The port of Chittagong has resumed full operations, and all three terminals are back to loading and unloading…
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