Ship Queues Lengthen after New China Lockdowns

  Forwarders have warned of landside logistics disruption in China from the latest round of Covid-related lockdowns, despite key gateway ports said to be operating...

US Appetite For Far East Imports To Face Test

During the pandemic retail sales and personal savings have been increasing in tandem and supported US consumer demand for imports from the Far East....

Various Elements Of Warehousing Risks

Warehouses have become an increasingly important node, as supply chain actors reconsider just in time supply chain models. Initial practical considerations for establishing...

Crude Oil Futures Rise On IEA Supply Forecast Amid Progress In...

Crude oil futures were higher in mid-morning trade in Asia on March 17 as the International Energy Agency's warning of potential supply shortages overshadowed...

Russia Lays Out Demands To End War

Turkey has positioned itself with great care to be the go-between with Russia and Ukraine - and this seems to be paying off. ...

Why Is Covid Death Rate So High In Hong Kong?

Hong Kong has recorded 5,000 Covid deaths. However, that figure drops to almost 37% among those aged 80 and above. But in a...

Risks Of Pouring Arms Into Ukraine

Western training and weaponry have unquestionably helped Ukraine. Yet the risks of pouring more arms into Ukraine should be considered carefully, reports the Guardian. Weapons...

How Worried Should You Be About BA.2 or ‘Stealth Omicron’?

With COVID outbreaks being reported in a number of countries around the world, and upticks being seen across Europe.  Many coinciding with a...

[Watch] Cargo Vessel Sinks After Leaning

Cargo vessel sank after leaning on one of its sides at Alexandria Anchorage, Egypt, on March 11. Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only....

Europe & Africa Bunker Fuel Availability Outlook

Bunker fuel availability in the ARA hub is tight across all grades. HSFO380 is particularly tight and recommended lead times are generally around 10...