The issue of liner shipping and taxation is once again in the news during a record Q2 earnings season for global carriers.

Australia’s trade with South-east Asia is “holding strong” amid China’s softening economic outlook

BMSB seasonal measures will apply to targeted goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries

Container spot rates are falling fast on all export routes from China in what should normally be the peak season for demand.

China enjoyed a record $101bn trade surplus in July, but cargo volumes could soon decline

Air cargo demand fell for the fifth month in a row in July as the industry continues to face a “multitude of disruptions”

The commission has already been investigating reports of carriers charging per diem container charges

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced a new “container imbalance fee” for ocean carriers