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India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor could replace 60% of Strait of Hormuz container traffic

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July 2, 2026

Container shipping portfolios differ between European and Asian carriers

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Global container shipping faces a turbulent second half of 2026

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Container shipping outlook showing Cape of Good Hope route remaining dominant through H2 2026

Container shipping outlook sees Cape route remaining dominant through H2 2026

July 2, 2026

Container shipping outlook remains heavily influenced by geopolitical risk, with this new analysis suggesting that the Cape of Good Hope will continue to be the preferred route for Asia–Europe services through the second half of 2026, despite ongoing efforts to restore confidence in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz. The key message is that the Cape of Good Hope […]

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Bar chart of yearly containers lost at sea (2008–2025) with blue bars for Total Loss and a dotted line for the 3-year moving average, showing fluctuations over time.

Container loss at sea remains exceptionally rare despite increase in 2025

July 2, 2026

Container loss at sea remained exceptionally rare in 2025 despite an increase in the number of containers lost overboard. An estimated 1,478 containers were lost out of approximately 280 million transported worldwide—equivalent to just 0.0005% of global container movements. While one major incident accounted for 43% of all losses during the year, the figures continue to highlight the resilience and safety of global container shipping. […]

Alternative marine fuels study showing CO2e emissions from voyages visiting California ports

California ports study highlights potential for alternative marine fuels

July 2, 2026

Alternative marine fuels could play a much greater role in shipping decarbonisation than previously assumed, with a new California ports study finding that more than 75% of ships visiting the state’s ports could have completed all of their 2022 voyages using renewable methanol or ammonia. The analysis also highlights the significant emissions generated beyond coastal waters, underlining the need for broader […]

Bunker fuel off-spec rates across top ports from January to May 2026

Bunker fuel quality under pressure as supply chains adjust to Middle East conflict

July 2, 2026

Bunker fuel quality has become an increasing concern for the shipping industry as supply chains continue to adjust to geopolitical disruption in the Middle East. This report examines the growing number of fuel quality incidents reported in early 2026, highlighting the operational, technical and contractual risks facing shipowners, charterers and bunker suppliers, while offering practical guidance on managing poor-quality marine fuels. […]