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Holiday Driving Bans Around Easter and 1 May

Driving bans around Good Friday, Easter and 1 May can delay international road transport. Timely planning helps prevent unnecessary standstill.…

Eid al-Fitr Is Approaching

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. Many businesses close for this national holiday, which can affect availability and logistics planning.…

Container Shipping Alliances in 2025

From February 2025, Gemini Cooperation, Premier Alliance and MSC’s independent strategy reshape the container shipping market.…

New Yang Ming Services in Europe and the Mediterranean

Yang Ming launches two weekly services between northern Europe, the Aegean and the Levant, with Rotterdam and Antwerp in the rotations.…

Reduced Shipping Capacity Around Chinese New Year

Exports and capacity from China and Hong Kong fall around Chinese New Year. Booking early reduces the risk of delays.…

Golden Week China: 1–7 October

Many Chinese companies and government offices close during Golden Week. Ports continue at reduced capacity, putting schedules under pressure.…