Insights to the global shipping, trade and global ports

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Asia–Pacific maritime trade flows by sub-region in 2024.

Asia-Pacific maritime trade remains the backbone of global flows

This Asia-Pacific focused presentation maps how global and regional maritime trade are evolving as growth slows and supply chains reconfigure. It notes that maritime transport still carries around 79% of world trade by volume, with the Asia-Pacific region handling roughly 54% of all seaborne cargo and the top ten countries accounting for nearly 87% of the region’s throughput, underlining strong […]

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Container terminal operations illustrating modern cranes and vessel handling to improve port efficiency.

Digital transformation drives the next wave of port efficiency

Global ports are entering a new phase where digital transformation is becoming the main driver of port efficiency. Emerging data standards, automation and real-time operational visibility promise substantial gains in productivity, asset utilisation and service reliability. But without interoperable systems and industry-wide collaboration, many ports risk falling behind more digitally advanced competitors. The report argues that port operations are reaching the […]

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Global container ports ranked by transshipment volumes, vessel calls and ULCV arrivals.

Global container port rankings reaffirm the dominance of major hubs

The latest rankings of the world’s major container ports reaffirm the continued dominance of Asia’s leading transshipment and gateway hubs. Singapore, Shanghai, Busan and Ningbo-Zhoushan remain firmly at the top across measures such as transshipment volumes, vessel calls and ultra-large container vessel arrivals. The results highlight a largely stable competitive landscape, with established ports consolidating their positions rather than experiencing major shifts. […]

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Projected demand for ship retrofits versus yard capacity through 2040.

Ship retrofits as a path to compliance and lower emissions

Tightening IMO and EU climate regulations are pushing owners to prioritise ship retrofits as a key pathway to keep existing tonnage compliant and cut emissions. The report outlines the main retrofit options—from hull and propeller upgrades, advanced coatings and air-lubrication systems to wind-assist, alternative fuels and onboard carbon capture—and links them to evolving regulatory requirements. It also sets out how […]

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