Gavin van Marle breaks down what this means for ocean shipping, from disrupted services and carrier pullbacks to the big question: will freight rates fall, or stay elevated amid ongoing risk and operational uncertainty?

We’re also joined by Aevean’s Head of Consulting, Maarten Wormer, to explore how the airfreight market is reacting, from shifting capacity and routing decisions to whether any sense of normal seasonality is returning in a market shaped by constant disruption.

With war risk surcharges, volatile fuel costs and unanswered questions around future transits, this episode unpacks what the ceasefire really means for shippers, and why stability may still be some way off.

Host Charlotte Goldstone is joined by Freightos’ head of research, Judah Levine, for a data-driven look at how ongoing conflict, airspace closures, and shipping reroutes are reshaping both air and ocean freight markets. With Gulf carriers under pressure, we explore the extent of the air cargo capacity squeeze and what it’s doing to rates across key lanes. 

On the ocean side, the picture is more nuanced. Despite disruption concerns — from Hormuz risks to fuel price volatility — rate increases haven’t surged as sharply as expected. So what’s actually happening beneath the surface? 

Later, Gavin van Marle joins the conversation to break down emerging supply chain patterns, including shifting trade routes, the growing role of alternative hubs like Jeddah, and the broader balance between supply, demand, and geopolitical uncertainty. 

Plus: the latest premium stories and what’s been moving the market this week all in just 20 minutes.  

Charlotte is then joined by Alex Lennane, publisher of The Loadstar, to run through the latest airfreight developments, including airspace disruptions across the Middle East, tightening capacity and rising fuel costs. Plus, a two-day cockpit crew strike across the Lufthansa Group and the latest twist in the ongoing Panama ports dispute involving Cosco, Maersk and MSC.

Finally, Peter Sand, chief analyst at Xeneta, shares the latest data on ocean freight spot rates and explains how geopolitical tensions and capacity shifts are shaping the market. He also offers advice for shippers and forwarders navigating an increasingly volatile freight environment.

Hear all the important points of last week's supply chain news in just over 20 minutes!

Charlotte Goldstone is joined by Alex Lennane to unpack the biggest stories of the week, including the early impacts on ocean and air freight, the legal debate around force majeure, and the latest developments on US tariff refunds. Later, Gavin van Marle checks in from TPM in Long Beach with the key themes dominating conversations at the industry’s biggest gathering.
All this plus much more, in just 20 minutes!

In this episode, we unpack the fallout of the tariff revocation. With potentially $100bn–$300bn in duties up for refund, the process is already shaping up to be complex, litigation-heavy and politically fraught. We discuss the emerging secondary market for tariff refund claims, why some SMEs are selling their rights for cents on the dollar and what FedEx’s landmark legal move could mean for other corporates seeking repayment.

Ocean spot rates remain muted amid the Chinese New Year lull, but could a restocking surge send transpac rates soaring? With carriers eyeing March GRIs of up to $3,000 and early signals pointing to higher 2026 contract rates, we examine what tariff reversal could mean for capacity, pricing and negotiations at TPM.

Plus, a look into the current dynamics shaping the air freight market, weather disruptions at major US hubs, Wistech earnings, and much much more, all in just 20 minutes!

This episode, Alex Lennane discusses her exclusive on DSV’s reported switch away from CargoWise that sparked industry-wide debate last week. She and Charlotte Goldstone raise fresh questions about TMS loyalty and divulge the hot topics at Manifest. Is this the beginning of a systems shake-up across forwarding?

Meanwhile, Gavin van Marle speaks on Hapag-Lloyd's reported $4.2bn bid for Zim and details how it could reshape alliance dynamics and redraw the competitive map in container shipping.

Add in a long-awaited decision on tariff legality from the US Supreme Court, soaring blank sailings from CNY capacity cuts, warnings of a looming transpacific rate war, shifts in air cargo capacity, and much much more. If you need a refresher of the news ahead of a new week, plus a reminder of what could be still to come, this is the podcast for you.

In this episode of The Loadstar Podcast, host Charlotte Goldstone is joined by CEO of Container Trades Satistics (CTS) Nigel Pusey and The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle to break down the biggest shifts in volumes, pricing and trade lanes over the past year.

From surging intra-Asia and Far East–Europe growth to a sharp decline on the transpacific, the trio unpack how tariffs, geopolitics and the China+1 strategy reshaped global flows. They dive into why freight rates fell nearly 20% year-on-year despite strong demand, where peak season really showed up, and how secondary trades quietly stole the spotlight.

Plus, there’s a scorecard moment as past predictions are put to the test, and some bold new forecasts are made for 2026 that may or may not age well. Data-driven, opinionated and refreshingly honest, this is essential listening for anyone trying to make sense of today’s container markets. 

Alex Lennane also details a tech comment in DSV’s earnings call that’s quietly rattled the freight forwarding world. 

The episode also tracks falling ocean rates, firmer air freight prices, rising European road contracts, and fresh questions over when ships will really return to Suez.  

Add in Panama port drama, looming parcel fees, Chinese New Year pressures and a hint of Manifest gossip, and you’ve got a lot to catch up on. 

In this episode of the Loadstar Podcast, host Charlotte Goldstone is joined by Sinan Ozcan, senior executive officer and board director at DP World Trade Finance, to unpack how trade finance really works, and why it matters more than ever.Since launching in 2021, DP World Trade Finance has mobilised over $1.6 billion in working capital and partnered with more than 30 financial institutions, reshaping how trade is funded by embedding finance directly into DP World’s global ports and logistics ecosystem.

Mr Ozcan draws on more than 25 years of experience across banking, export credit, logistics, and trade finance to explain:

• What the global trade finance gap actually is and why it’s been growing
• How real-time logistics data and cargo visibility can reduce risk and unlock funding
• Why SMEs struggle most to access capital, and how embedded finance helps
• How DP World mitigates fraud, collateral, and credit risk
• The role of free zones and supply chain infrastructure in enabling trade

If you’ve ever been confused by trade finance or wondered how data, logistics, and capital can come together to unlock global trade, listen now! 

Weather disruption across Europe and the US adds another layer of pressure, while earnings updates from UPS and others reveal the ongoing fallout from restructuring, fleet changes and weakening demand.

Gavin van Marle unpacks the latest spot rate movements as the pre–Chinese New Year rush fades and carriers begin discounting to fill ships.

Alex Lennane brings updates from air freight and overland transport, including storm impacts, aircraft retirements and fresh questions around rail consolidation in North America. Plus, a look at one of the few bright spots of the week: a new EU–India trade agreement that could signal a rare shift towards freer trade.

From Red Sea risk to rate wars, this episode lays out what matters now and what to watch next.

As talk of a return to the Suez Canal continues to swing back and forth, carriers, ports and insurers are all weighing up the risks and potential fallout once mass transits resume. Gavin van Marle unpacks what a Suez comeback could mean for North European and Mediterranean ports. 

Alex Lennane joins to take a deeper look at forwarders rethinking their reliance on CargoWise after its controversial pricing overhaul. Are there real alternatives - or is WiseTech’s grip on the market as tight as it seems?  

They also examine fresh hurdles facing Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern’s proposed rail merger, after regulators rejected their initial submission, and what that means for overland freight in the US. 

Plus, updates on FedEx’s LTL spin-off, early signs of a “reckoning” for ocean carriers amid excess capacity, first glimpses of alliance networks for 2026, and the latest movements in ocean and air freight rates. 

From software shockwaves to shifting trade routes, this episode connects the dots across a fast-changing logistics landscape. 

From cooling container spot rates and firmer air cargo pricing to the latest twists in the US tariff saga, we examine what’s really driving the market right now. The team also discusses growing signals of a return to the Suez Canal, airline M&A activity, and why geopolitical uncertainty continues to loom large over freight decisions.

Plus, the team give insights from the BIFA Freight Service Awards and a look at what’s coming up in the week ahead!

Gavin van Marle breaks down what’s happening on the ocean side as carriers front-load capacity ahead of Chinese New Year and rates settle after the festive period. Alex Lennane joins with a full airfreight reset, as seasonality returns, capacity shifts sharply and shippers weigh whether softening ocean rates could trigger a modal shift away from air.

We also revisit the CargoWise pricing shake-up as the first invoices land and confusion grows, plus an update on the controversial US mega rail merger and what it could mean for inland transport.
From winter disruption to strategic repositioning, this episode sets the tone for the year ahead in freight.

Join The Loadstar team as they round up the hot topics of 2025 and look forward to what might be coming up in 2026.  

They detail what one word and song they would use to summarise this year’s antics, plus their winners and losers of all that has transpired in the last 12 months.  

This podcast recaps forwarding woes and wins, carrier ambitions, ship fires, AI, ecommerce, trade shifts and much much more. Plus, each of The Loadstar journalists give their bold prediction on what to look out for next year. 

So, sit back and relax as we remind you of all the major events that shaped supply-chains in 2025.  

We’ll also unpack new ecommerce handling fees being introduced in parts of Europe and why the air cargo industry says they risk distorting established trade flows. Alex Lennane brings the latest on whether the so-called air cargo “mini-peak” still has legs and why AI shipments could become one of the highest-yield cargoes heading into 2026.

Plus, pressure is mounting on ZIM’s board as shareholders push for change, WiseTech faces growing backlash over its new CargoWise pricing model, and we look at what a potential US tariff “vacuum” could mean for transpacific trade.

Join The Loadstar's journalists as they analyse all that, plus rates, geopolitics and forwarder fallout.

Meanwhile in the US, importers like Costco are racing to file refund claims ahead of a potential Supreme Court ruling that could overturn tariffs, raising the prospect of a lengthy and chaotic reimbursement process. And in the tech world, WiseTech’s surprise CargoWise overhaul has triggered industry outcry, with logistics providers accusing the software giant of rolling out major changes without warning right at the height of peak season. 

Charlotte Goldstone, Gavin van Marle and Alex Lennane bring you the week’s essential freight headlines in one short and snappy podcast.  

Meanwhile, strikes in Belgium, ship fires in US ports, and record-low scrapping levels add to Europe’s congestion woes, as MSC piles on more transatlantic tonnage and Hapag-Lloyd invests in new feeder vessels. 

Gavin van Marle unpacks the latest on ocean rates and why carriers are still betting big on capacity despite falling demand, while Alex Lennane brings updates from the air, from the return of UPS and USPS’s final-mile partnership to fears that the UK’s de minimis delay could turn it into an ecommerce “dumping ground”. 

Plus, with Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday driving a short-lived “mini peak”, we look at how global airfreight demand is holding up, how Asia is powering through flooding disruptions, and whether Western Global’s struggles could mark the end of the MD-11 era. 

It’s a busy week across air, sea and logistics — and this episode connects all the dots. 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone is joined by Mohammed Akoojee CEO & MD of DP World Sub-Saharan Africa. Together, they unpack why Africa is emerging as one of the most important players in global logistics and what still needs to happen to unlock its full potential.

Mr Akoojee reveals why Africa’s role in global trade is accelerating, the critical role infrastructure plays and where DP World is investing billions to aid Africa's logistics boom and benefit local communities.

He also explains why intra-African trade lags behind cross-border trade in Europe and what is needed to drive this, plus gives listeners a glimpse into what the future of Africa's trade could look like once the Red Sea crisis and trade wars are resolved. 

So, if you're curious about the rise of new consumer markets and how better logistics can transform a continent, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

In under 20 minutes, our award-winning journalists provide insights into how these topics - and many more -  could affect supply chains and consumer prices. 

So, tune in now for a comprehensive overview of the week's most significant shifts, and to hear what to keep an eye on for the week ahead! 

All the stories mentioned in this episode can be found on The Loadstar's website.

The Loadstar team unpacks the numbers — and what they mean for rates, resilience, and rerouted cargo.

As the US Supreme Court takes on Trump’s reciprocal tariff policy, tension builds over whether refunds will ever materialize. Meanwhile, signs of peace in the Red Sea have carriers eyeing a return to Suez — but with overcapacity already looming, could that just make the freight picture murkier? And what will this mean for airfreight?

Plus, we look at booming trade through Southeast Asia, MSC’s fruit-fueled pivot to South Africa, and the EU’s new vote to end de minimis. All that and the best of Loadstar Premium — from California trucking chaos to “Wonder Jim” at Union Pacific — in this packed global round-up.

MSC’s record 7m teu fleet cements its dominance, while Maersk eyes fresh megaship orders amid warnings of a looming capacity glut that could stretch to 2030. Gavin van Marle breaks down the latest rate moves, the growing talk of rate wars, and what Q3 results reveal about carriers’ financial standing 

While in air cargo, Alex Lennane reports from TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi with exclusive insights from Etihad Cargo. 

She also digs into Europe’s latest ecommerce crackdown with France grounding Shein imports and Cainiao pausing expansion in Liège, plus how a prolonged US government shutdown could soon clip flight capacity. 

From ocean overcapacity to airfreight uncertainty, this week’s episode keeps you up to date with the latest news across global logistics. 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone brings you the most important points of these stories to get you up to date with the news ahead of a new week.  

And there’s a flicker of good news: Washington and Beijing have agreed to suspend their port call fees for a year, softening trade tensions and cutting “fentanyl tariffs” by 10%. Gavin van Marle joins to unpack the toll tariffs have already taken on US port volumes and whether rate rises can last after weeks of GRI-driven recovery. 

Alex Lennane steps in to discuss the latest in air cargo, from Chicago Rockford’s new partnership with Liège to the early signs of the Christmas peak and a new US plan to ban belly cargo from Mexico City. She then chats to Ms Goldstone about UPS’s mixed earnings,  

All that, plus a look ahead to a pivotal week as the US Supreme Court tackles tariffs and The Loadstar team hits the road for the Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi. 

Gavin van Marle breaks down whether recent GRIs are holding and what the first Q3 earnings reports from forwarding giants reveal about a volatile year.  

Then, Alex Lennane joins to unpack air cargo’s peak-season signals, the continuing fallout from the US de minimis exemption, and a spate of aviation incidents that underscore the sector’s safety challenges. 

If you want a snapshot of all the goings-on in supply chains and where the news might be headed next, this is the podcast for you. 

Meanwhile, Gavin van Marle chats about China expanding its own tit-for-tat port fees, how the alliances are fighting for capacity dominance, and why the market is bracing for softer contract rates despite a looming November GRI push. 

In air freight, Alex Lennane joins to dissect UPS’s parcel backlog meltdown, Flexport’s AI-driven fix for logistics reliability, and a cyberattack that put DSV in the spotlight lats week. Plus, Ms Goldstone shares insights from Aviation Connect in Copenhagen.  

If you’re following the global freight news cycle, this episode connects all the dots ahead of whatever this week has in store...  

In air freight, Alex Lennane joins to unpack the ripple effects of the US government shutdown, a visa fee hike that could squeeze logistics workforces, and how forwarders are seizing opportunities in a still-strong ecommerce sector. 

If you want the week’s essential supply chain headlines, expert analysis and a glimpse of what’s coming next, this is one you won’t want to miss. 

Host Charlotte Goldstone kicks off the episode with an update on another wave of US tariffs — a move that could drag transpacific rates even lower.  

Gavin van Marle breaks down the latest freight rate moves, and why China’s Arctic shortcut isn’t tempting the likes of MSC. 

Then, Alex Lennane joins to unpack the air freight story. A US government shutdown is already causing delays and disruptions for cargo, while new sanctions on Mexico’s aviation sector are rattling cross-border trade — and Europe’s regulators are firmly in Washington’s sights too. 

We also dive into the legal frontlines: Flexport’s courtroom battle with Freightmate is heating up, and Maersk is staring down a class action over its pension plan. Plus, a few exclusive hints at what’s coming up on The Loadstar and what’s been on The Loadstar premium.  

If you’re struggling to keep on top of constant supply-chain updates across modes, The Loadstar’s News in Brief will neatly round up all you might have missed from last week!  

It’s only 16 minutes... Listen now! 

Typhoon Ragasa slams southern China, halting factory output just days before Golden Week. In Europe, Poland’s border closure with Belarus sparks airfreight rate hikes and rail disruptions, while Italian dock strikes target military shipments.  

Host Charlotte Goldstone also unpacks how tariffs continue to reshape trade lanes, with insights from the Caspian Air Cargo Summit, plus Loadstar Publisher Alex Lennane reports on cyber-attacks at major EU airports and the rising threat AI poses to forwarding jobs.  

In ocean freight, Cosco shrugs off USTR port fees, expands its India services, and eyes new port investments. Plus, Loadstar Editor Gavin van Marle brings you the very latest ocean freight rates, and insight on how one major carrier alliance is aiming to mitigate its losses. 

Listen to this quick 20-minute podcast for an overview of all the important supply-chain news items from last week, plus a glimpse of what you can expect to see coming up! 

Together, they unpack the reality behind the AI buzz – what’s hype, what’s real, and what’s already transforming global supply chains.

The conversation offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at AI in action. You’ll hear how one of the world’s largest customs providers is integrating advanced AI tools to solve very human problems, with some surprising takeaways about data flows, where time savings truly happen, and why “saving on typing” is no longer the headline benefit.

Whether you’re AI-curious or already deep in digital transformation, this episode offers a grounded, insightful, and surprisingly candid conversation that you won’t want to miss.

In both air and ocean, freight rates have plummeted. The ocean freight market is dealing with the looming threat of USTR port call fees next month, while aviation battles with the reduced likelihood of a peak season.  

Indian stakeholders, having recently been dealt a 50% tariff on their exports to the US, in particular are struggling. The region has seen airfreight demand down and one major digital forwarder cease operations. 

Our journalists explore all of these topics and more in this brief episode – perfect for busy people who need a quick reminder of what’s been going on before the week ahead.  

It’s only 20 minutes, listen now! 

This 20-minute episode briefly recaps the hot-topics in logistics right now, including tariffs, the status of demand across major trade lanes, the looming USTR port call fees, and why DSV have announced major job cuts.  

Both airfreight and ocean freight news items are covered in this episode - including the most recent rate levels - to give listeners an overall picture of the market in one convenient place.  

So, whether you haven’t had time to stay up to date with the news, or you simply need a refresher going into next week, this podcast is perfect. 

The episode also gives listeners a chance to get ahead of the curve, and details what might crop up on The Loadstar soon.  

Special guest, Container Trade Statistics’ CEO Nigel Pusey, offers the very latest data for teu volumes and pricing, while he and The Loadstar’s Charlotte Goldstone and Gavin van Marle discuss what the numbers might indicate.  

Mr Pusey and Mr van Marle also give listeners their best ‘crystal balling’ and give some predictions on what might happen over the next quarter. 

So, sit back and enjoy the next 26 minutes of up to date-data-driven analysis on the most influential market factors and what they mean for your supply chain! 

If you’d like to discuss any topics you heard on today’s podcast, or suggest questions for the next episode, please get in touch! 

Nigel Pusey, CEO, Container Trade Statistics: nigel@containertradesstatistics.com 

Gavin van Marle, Managing Editor, The Loadstar: gavin@theloadstar.com 

Charlotte Goldstone, News Reporter, The Loadstar: charlotte@theloadstar.com 

Ms Goldstone lists some government policies that are having an impact on supply chains, including ICS2 and a ban for Israeli vessels in Turkey.  

She is joined by Alex Lennane who details the latest on the air freight market post-de minimis exemption and what this turbulent time means for rates and capacity across major trades.  

Ms Lennane then gives the latest update to the proposed merger between major US railroad companies Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific.  

The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle joins a conversation on the dynamics influencing ocean freight rates, including expected blank sailings and the growing order book.  He also reveals the winners and losers of H1 port throughput figures around the world. 

The episode ends with a brief round-up of what has been on Premium this week.   

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 20 minutes! 

The episode begins with a recap of the recent flight attendant strike at Air Canada and the current status of relations between the airline and its employees.  

Then, Ms Goldstone discusses the widened scope of US tariffs on steel and aluminium as well as a comment from the CBP on those trying to doge tariffs.  

She also covers recent Chinese export figures and details of how one carrier could be looking to capitalise on the European ecommerce import rise. 

Ex-Loadstar writer, chartered shipbroker and owner of MJW Consulting Mike Wackett. discusses ocean rates, Zim’s Q2 results and how the Israeli carrier’s H2 expectations might compare to actual demand.  

The episode ends with a brief round-up of what has been on Premium this week.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 13 minutes! 

The episode begins with a look at the recent blaze abord Marie Maersk and an update to the June ship-fire on the Wan Hai 503. 

Ms Goldstone is then joined by Macro Bloemen, Managing director of Aviation consultancy Aevean, to discuss how current tariff levels, the US-China tariff extension and the pending end of global de minimis, are impacting the air freight industry.  

Ms Goldstone then gives a brief round-up of the latest ocean and air freight rates and reveals what has been on Premium this week.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in 11 minutes! 

The episode begins with a tariff rate update, and an explanation from Ms Goldstone about how the uncertainty has impacted the European and US road freight markets.

Ms Goldstone is then joined by ex-Loadstar writer, chartered shipbroker and owner of MJW Consulting, Mike Wackett. They discuss Maersk’s Q2 earnings result and how this compares with the global container market growth and another major carrier’s report.  

Ms Goldstone then gives a brief round-up of the latest ocean and air freight rates and reveals what has been on Premium this week, including Alex Lennane’s exclusive long-read article on what it’s like to be taken over by DSV.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 15 minutes! 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone kicks off the episode with a summary of where tariff negotiations sit, then is joined by publisher Alex Lennane to discuss the air cargo impacts.  

Ms Lennane then summarises the latest M&A news, including the merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, and how states how Flexport has “bucked the trend”.  

Ms Goldstone is then joined by managing editor Gavin van Marle, who gives the highlights of Q2 earnings season, including DSV, UPS and CMA CGM, and rounds up the latest ocean freight rates.

They then discuss what has been on Premium this week, and detail one article on the ageing feeder fleet. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 20 minutes! 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone kicks off the episode with a summary of where tariff negotiations sit and is joined by publisher Alex Lennane to discuss the air cargo impacts. 

Ms Lennane then explains the confusing and disruptive US restriction on Mexican airlines and the reaction from stakeholders, plus the details of a US Government investigation into its Department of Transport.  

Ms Goldstone is then joined by managing editor Gavin van Marle who offers listeners the latest updates on the bid for a terminal at the Port of Santos and highlights the key takeaways from Kuhne+Nagel’s H1 results. 

He also, as always, rounds up the latest ocean freight rates and analyses what they indicate.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 19 minutes! 

She is joined first by The Loadstar’s publisher Alex Lennane to discuss a few impacts of continued tariff chaos on the supply chain last week, including a demand surge from India and a trade shift for Brazil.  

Ms Lennane then gives an overview of the picture in airfreight, including supply, demand and rates.  

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle is up next to talk about the impact that congestion has had at one major European port. 

Mr van Marle and Ms Goldstone conclude the episode by discussing the state of the ocean freight market by examining the emerging overcapacity, scrappage and what OOCL's Q2 rates could indicate.  

Mr van Marle also gives listeners an update on the latest ocean freight rates. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 20 minutes! 

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle to chat about what impact European port congestion had on the carrier’s June schedule reliability scores. 

Mr van Marle also gives listeners an update on the latest ocean freight rates and explains how these have been characterised by ongoing chaos on the transpacific.  

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane gets listeners up to speed with the current state of the airfreight market, including insight on rates, capacity and demand.  

Ms Lennane then turns her attention to the forwarding market, including current M&A trends, and rounds up what's been in Loadstar Premium this week.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 20 minutes! 

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane gets listeners up to speed with what impact the Iran and Israel conflict and the Air India crash had on the air cargo market 

Ms Lennane also looks at why forwarders and carriers might be struggling and rounds up what's been in Loadstar Premium this week. 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, recaps his time at TOC Europe this week in Rotterdam and what the hot topics of the ocean freight market are.  

He then gives listeners an important update to key market M&A moves such as the TiL/Blackrock Hutchison Ports takeover and Wincanton/GXO.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed this week in under 16 minutes! 

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane gets listeners up to speed with the recent update in Trump’s tariff legal battle, while Ms Goldstone explains how air cargo is responding to suppressed US demand.  

Ms Lennane then reveals how market factors shaped the most recent air freight rate report.  

The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle and Ms Goldstone chat about European port congestion, USTR fee updates, MSC’s behemoth terminal market share and the latest ocean freight rates.  

As always, the episode ends by giving you insight as to what you might see on The Loadstar next week.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in under 15 minutes!

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane gives her overview of Transport Logistic and Air Cargo Europe and looks at what's been in The Loadstar Premium. 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, chats to Ms Goldstone about the spike in ocean freight rates, volume volatility on the transpacific and capacity absorption on the Asia-Europe trade.  

Ms Lennane and Ms Goldstone also chat about the main drivers of the latest airfreight rates and volumes. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in under 18 minutes! 

Hear from executives at Hapag-Lloyd, Lufthansa Cargo, Maersk and Etihad Cargo – just to name a few – about what is driving supply chains and how major players are adapting. 

Topics covered include customs compliance, demand predictions, ecommerce, rates and contracting, among many others. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the action you missed at the highly anticipated Messe Muncher trade show in Munich this week!  

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane explains the latest roadblock to Trump’s tariff plans and what it could mean for shippers, plus a glimpse into what's been reported on The Loadstar Premium – including details of Wisetech’s acquisition of E2open. 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, chats to Ms Goldstone about ocean freight rates, port congestion and an increased carrier focus on the Transpacific. 

Ms Lennane also gives an overview of the rates and demand picture in airfreight. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in under 20 minutes! 

Mr Bradley gives The Loadstar exclusive details on Amazon Air Cargo’s latest move into the Latin America market and its agreement with Colombian flag carrier airline Avianca, as well as a look into its European network ahead of Air Cargo Europe.

Tom Bradley joined Amazon in 2011 and serves as the director and GM for Amazon Air Cargo. Prior to leading Amazon Air Cargo, Tom led businesses across Amazon’s logistics and pick-up division, including Amazon Locker, Apartment Locker, and Locker+, and warehousing and delivery functions, including Multi-Channel Fulfilment and Amazon Warehousing and Distribution. Tom has also worked in the retail industry, focused on home, cell phones, and mobile electronics.

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, chats to Ms Goldstone about how ocean carriers are aggressively implementing GRIs and what this has done to the ocean freight rates. 

On the air cargo side, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane explains why tariffs and ecommerce are in the legal spotlight and looks at how capacity is moving in the wake of de minimis changes.  

Mr van Marle and Ms Lennane take a quick look at Zim and CMA CGM’s Q1 results before Ms Goldstone reveals what you might see on The Loadstar this week.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in under 17 minutes! 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, tells listeners how the ocean freight market is responding to the easing trade war, and details how the Suez Canal Authority is trying to encourage transits.  

On the air cargo side, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane explains what a reduction in de minimis could mean for air cargo volumes, and how forwarders and logistics players are coping.  

Mr van Marle then offers the latest ocean freight rates, and Ms Goldstone examines how the European road freight market is behaving and gives a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 19 minutes!        

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, tells listeners about the diverging strategies between the alliances when it comes to organising their networks amid a demand slump.  

Similarly, on the air cargo side, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane examines how airlines are rearranging networks to deal with a nosedive in demand. 

Mr van Marle and Ms Lennane delve into Maersk’s Q1 earnings, including how its ocean freight business faired in line with market growth, and why the Danish company dropped some of its air freight customers.  

They also offer the latest ocean and air freight rates, respectively. 

Finally, Ms Goldstone gives a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.         

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 21 minutes! 

Ms Goldstone concludes the episode as usual by giving you a heads-up on what to look out for this week.    

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle and The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who offer updates on how the Transpacifc ocean freight and airfreight markets have been responding to tariff chaos respectively– including a rate report.  

Then, Mr van Marle and Ms Goldstone look at how the European market is coping with increased port congestion and the knock-on effects of volatility on the Transpacific. 

They also delve into the recent earnings season with the likes of ONE, Hapag-Lloyd and DSV.  

Finally, Ms Lennane updates listeners on a recent acquisition within the air cargo market and chats about a big announcement made by The Loadstar last week. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 20 minutes!    

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, then reveals a possible winner in the USTR proposal and chats to Ms Goldstone about supply, demand and rates in the ocean shipping market.  

One the air cargo side, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane gives a summary of rates and how some carriers are coping with increased requirements from US customs.  She also updates listeners on the ongoing Flexport vs Freightmate court case. 

Finally, Mr van Marle summarises the Q1 earnings of Kuhne+Nagel and Ms Goldstone gives a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.        

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 20 minutes!   

She is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane who discusses how shippers have reacted to a tariff exemption for electronics, which airports saw the most cargo in 2024, and Honkong Post’s reaction to “bullying”.

Then, The Loadstar’s managing editor Gavin van Marle and Ms Goldstone chat about how frontloading has led to an early transpacific peak season and what this is doing to those trying to negotiate a contract.

Finally, Mr van Marle offers you the latest ocean freight rates - and their relevance in today's environment - and Ms Goldstone gives a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 21 minutes!

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who discusses how ocean carriers had responded to a market impacted by tariffs and gives the latest on the USTR 301 rule on China-built vessels. 

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane delves into how airlines managed their networks as a result of volume uncertainty and why airfreight rates from Dhaka are set to fly.

The episode also details last week’s updates to key market M&A moves, including DB Schenker and DSV, GXO and Wincanton, Panama Ports Company and Hutchison and HMM.  

And, as always, The Loadstar journalists offer you the latest ocean and air freight rates.   

Ms Goldstone then concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.      

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 21 minutes!      

Ms Goldstone concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.     

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who discusses how tariff uncertainty has scared transpacific shippers during contracting and gives the latest ocean freight rates.   

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane delves into what rising fees did to charter demand and how CMA CGM's promised investment into the US is at stake. She also updates listeners on the latest in the de minimis timeline. 

And while tariffs shrouded most of the news last week, The Loadstar journalists also unpack many other stories that might have flown under the radar.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 17 minutes!  

Ms Goldstone concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.    

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who gives the latest schedule reliability figures and the latest ocean freight rates.  

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane delves into what is to become of WestJet Cargo and a look at the airfreight news. She also offers the latest air rates.  

All this, and way more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 20 minutes!    

She is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane who details where some major airlines are deploying their summer capacity, the possible impact of a USPS DOGE investigation and a recent bid for Air Belgium. 

Ms Goldstone updates listeners on the current geopolitical tensions surrounding the Red Sea region and how Maersk responded to related shareholder concerns in its Annual General Meeting. 

She also gives insight into how the Gemini partners are delivering on their promise of 90% schedule reliability with a brief summary of Hapag-Lloyd's full-year earnings.  

Finally, Ms Goldstone and Ms Lennane offer the latest ocean and air freight rates.   

All this, and more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 14 minutes! 

Ms Goldstone concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.   

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who explains why a resumption of Houthi attacks makes little difference to ocean shipping and why Hapag-Lloyd wanted a share of Le Harve. 

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane delves into Flexport’s most recent lawsuit and M&A rumours swirling EV Cargo 

Finally, Mr van Marle and Ms Lennane offer the latest ocean and air freight rates respectively.  

All this, and more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 19 minutes!   

After recapping tariffs and CMA CGM’s recent investment, Ms Goldstone concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.  

She is joined by The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who explains what TiL’s acquisition of Hong Kong terminal operator Hutchison’s global operations will mean for the industry, and offers his highlights from TPM25.  

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane speaks about the impact that tariffs and removal of the de minimis exemption would have on the pharma and perishable markets and explains what this has done to the latest airfreight rates. 

Finally, Mr van Marle offers the latest ocean freight rates and explains why they shouldn't be mistaken for a weak market.  

All this, and more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 17 minutes! 

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including logjams at ports and rail terminals and updates to executive orders from the US.  

Ms Goldstone concludes the episode with a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. 

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who details Polar Air Cargo’s ‘swan song’ and why forwarders are getting a headache keeping up with rules from the EU and US.  

Ms Lennane also gives the latest air freight rates and how airfreight carriers could actually benefit from stunted capacity growth.  

Finally, The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, dials in from the USA to update us on the latest ocean freight rates. 

All this, and more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 12 minutes! 

In our exclusive interview with The International Air Cargo Association’s (TIACA) Steven Polmans and Glyn Hughes, we tackle key industry questions:

·        How geopolitical tensions are impacting supply chains and air space

·        Whether TIACA is effectively serving members and attracting enough forwarders

·        If their events are priced accessibly and sufficiently inclusive

We preview TIACA's key 2025 events: June's Executive Summit in Hong Kong (hosted by Cathay Cargo) focusing on US-China trade tensions, and November's Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi—now competing directly with Munich's 'transport logistic 2025.'

The episode also examines payment and settlement system challenges, sustainability initiatives, and efforts to diversify industry leadership and event panels.

This episode is sponsored by Air Charter Service.

Guests:

Raymon Krishnan, president, The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Steven Polmans, chairman, TIACA

Glyn Hughes, director general, TIACA

Peter Sundara Swamickannu, Singapore-based freight executive for a large BCO

Alex Lennane, publisher, The Loadstar

Mike King, podcast host and creator, The Loadstar 

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains why proposed tariff hikes at Schiphol airport would disproportionally affect freight and summarises her story on an aerospace firm charged with sanctions-busting.   

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, discusses a recent MSC service that seems to have disappeared and how the carrier plans to develop in the Med, plus what the new alliances heave meant for Asia- Europe capacity.  

This is followed by a round-up of air freight rates from Ms Lennane and an ocean freight rate briefing from Mr van Marle.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 14 minutes! 

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains the possible repercussions of Trump giving the green light to bribery and how different countries are responding to tariff threats.  

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, discusses the odds of a return to the Suez Canal and how MSC has changed its networks.  

This is followed by a round-up of the air freight rates from Ms Lennane and an ocean freight briefing from Mr van Marle. 

All this, plus a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week! 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 16 minutes! 

Guests:

Bjorn Vang Jensen, EVP, Ocean, Easy Speed International Logistics

James Hookham, director, Global Shippers Forum

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including some countries’ response to the Trump administration, and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.  

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane who details how airfreight stakeholders are coping with rule and regulation whip-lash, not least changes to de minimis and shipping from China.  

The Loadstar managing editor, Gavin van Marle, recaps Maersk’s annual results and reveals how the carrier is attracting shippers for Gemini in his ocean-freight rate round up.

This is followed by a round-up of the air freight rates from Ms Lennane and a road-freight briefing from Ms Goldstone. 

All this, and more. So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 16 minutes! 

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

She is helped by The Loadstar managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who says goodbye to the 2M alliance and welcomes in the Gemini Network.

He also discusses the latest ocean freight rates and how they have been impacted by Chinese New Year, as well as his recent break down of Donald Trump’s claims to the Panama Canal. 

All this, and more! So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 16 minutes! 

First, we speak with Jan Krems, president of United Cargo, who shares his views on market trends, geopolitical challenges, and how United is positioning itself for growth in 2025. From expanding global routes to leveraging technology, Krems offers a deep dive into United Cargo’s future.

Then (45.43), Mike sits down with Tom Bradley, Director and GM for Amazon Air Cargo, in what is likely Amazon’s first major air cargo interview. Bradley discusses Amazon’s growing third-party air freight services, AI in logistics, and whether Amazon is on the path to becoming an integrator.

Featuring:

Tom Bradley, director and general manager, Amazon Air Cargo

Jan Krems, president, United Cargo

Alex Lennane, publisher, The Loadstar

Mike King, podcast host and editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

She is helped by The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle, who discusses what the possibility of peace has done to ocean rates and how the Gemini Alliance could fare in its promise of 90% schedule reliability.  

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane discusses how the new US administration has already had an impact on the TSA and explains why DSV is in hot water over ‘bait and switch’ claims.  

All this, and more! So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 16 minutes! 

She is helped by The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle, who touches on the possible implication of an Israel/ Palestine ceasefire and the latest developments in a heating trade war ahead of Trump’s inauguration.  

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane discusses a new proposal to change US de minimis rules and layoff rumours at Expeditors – A Loadstar Premium exclusive... 

Finally, as always, this podcast offers a round up of last week’s air and sea freight rates.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 14 minutes! 

Henrik Schilling, Hapag-Lloyd’s Managing Director for Global Commercial Development, discusses the impacts of port productivity differentials, alliance restructuring, and ambitious plans to boost schedule reliability via the carrier’s Gemini Cooperation with Maersk.

Harry Stones, President of Swire Shipping North America, shares details about the Sun Chief Express service and its innovative offering on the transpacific trade.

Meanwhile, Gavin van Marle, Managing Editor of The Loadstar, and Daniel Cacciotti, Global Head of Ocean Freight at Scan Global Logistics, tackle the geopolitical challenges posed by tariffs, sanctions, and tensions in the South China Sea, along with strategies for navigating a fractured trade landscape.

Guests

Henrik Schilling Managing Director, Global Commercial Development, Hapag-Lloyd AG

Daniel Cacciotti. Global Head of Ocean Freight, Scan Global Logistics

Harry Stones, President, Swire Shipping North America

Gavin van Marle, Managing Editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains how the ILA and USMX finally came to an agreement, as well as a sustainability initiative in air cargo.  

Then, The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle recaps the latest in a heating up trade war between China and the US, and the background of an initiative to close the price gap between fossil and green fuels.  

Finally, Ms Goldstone and Mr van Marle round up last week’s air and sea freight rates, the latter of which were affected by a rate war.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 17 minutes! 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone gives a situation update to the negotiations between the ILA and USMX and covers a proposed bill in the US congress that could ramp up trade wars.  

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle talks about what is going on at both the Panama and Suez Canal, a look into ocean freight rate movements and what the upcoming alliance reshuffle could do.  

Finally, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane recaps the main items from air cargo news. 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane and The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle have given you a year of concise and timely supply-chain news summaries, but this compilation of outtakes reveals the laughs, frustrations and canine interruptions that were had behind-the-scenes. 

Like any good blooper reel, this 11-minute podcast contains lots of swearing which some audiences may find offensive – you have been warned!  

The Loadstar Podcast News in Brief will now be on a ‘brief’ hiatus until Mondy 6 January but be sure to join us in the new year as the best way to catch up on all you’ve missed over the holiday.  

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains the background for recent managerial changes at Schiphol Airport and Seko Logistics.

Together, they discuss why we could be headed for an airfreight peak in Q4 and what this has meant for stakeholders. 

Finally, Ms Goldstone and Ms Lennane offer a situation update on global strikes, including the looming strike on the US east and Gulf coasts, the government ports in India and the lengthy dispute at Canada Post.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 11 minutes! 

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains what is needed at the US border to keep up with growing volumes, and how airlines are maturing in their cargo-booking offerings. Ms Lennane then discusses her recent scoop involving management shifts at Chapman Freeborn.  

Ms Goldstone offers a situation update for looming strikes on the US East and Gulf coasts and government ports in India.  

Finally, they both give a brief rundown of last week's freight rates for both ocean and air.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 10 minutes! 

We explore the winners and losers, from surging carriers to struggling international institutions, and unpack the implications of landmark deals like DSV’s acquisition of Schenker.

Looking ahead, we assess the freight markets as they brace for a turbulent January, marked by potential dockworker strikes, alliance restructuring, and new tariff regimes.

Air cargo trends, particularly the critical role of e-commerce, also come into focus, alongside the challenges posed by capacity shortages and Boeing’s ongoing production struggles.

Finally, our experts offer bold predictions for 2025 and share their personal songs of the year. How could you not be entertained?

Guests

Peter Sand, Chief Analyst, Xeneta

Alex Lennane, Publisher, The Loadstar

Gavin Van Marle, Managing Editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Created, edited and produced by Mike King & Associates for The Loadstar

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle speaks about the impact of the proposed US tariffs on ocean shipping and possible front loading. He then updates listeners on MSC’s new port calls, as well as an overview of last week’s ocean freight rates.  

This is followed by an update on airfreight rates from Ms Goldstone. 

She is then joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane who explains what is known about the recent DHL plane crash. She then explains the SAF partnership between Maersk and Lufthansa Cargo. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 20 minutes! 

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains how MSC did a u-turn on its decision to abandon cargo after mass complaints from forwarders.

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle then gives an overview of Zim, Target and Walmart’s Q3 results, and recaps the game of musical chairs being played by MSC, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd across UK ports.

Finally, Ms Lennane and Mr van Marle both offer an update on last week’s ocean and airfreight rates.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 15 minutes!

Guests:

Brian Bourke, Global Chief Commercial Officer, SEKO Logistics

Alex Lennane, Publisher, The Loadstar

Niall van de Wouw, Head of Airfreight, Xeneta

Episode in more detail:

Yoga at ACF Miami (2.12)

Trump ends the Great Freight Recession? (4.24)

Planning for Q1 with SEKO (7.00)

Tariffs: When, Where, How Big (9.41)

Winners and losers (13.05)

Tariffs and the UK (15.47)

Air cargo peak season (18.50)

Air freight rates (20.27)

Chinese New Year (23.17)

2024: The Year of the E-tailer? (26.39)

De minimis under attack (30.01)

US reshoring (34.07)

Ocean shipping outlook (38.31)

Alliances reconfigured (42.19)

Will shippers pay for better service? (44.17)

What next for SEKO? (46.04)

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane to chat about their recent trip to Miami for TIACA’s ACF. Find out what they thought of the event and what the hot topics in the air cargo industry are. 

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle then offers an update on US east coast port strikes, his thoughts on COP29 and a brief recap of last week’s Q3 results for ocean carriers.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in just 16 minutes! 

Recorded from TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum in Miami this week, this podcast offers a glimpse into the air cargo industry’s current hot-topics, market factors and challenges.

So, not to worry if you were unable to attend the event, this compilation of clips from the trade-show floor will make you feel like you were there in person - in less than 15 minutes!

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane. Together, they discuss the industry’s reaction to a Trump victory and what it will likely mean for cargo capacity and rates, with insight from Xeneta, Drewry and a large US shipper. 

They then chat about the strike that erupted on Canadian East coasts, now coinciding with the ongoing strike on their West Coast, and what forwarders are doing to mitigate the disruption. 

Finally, as always, The Loadstar Managing Editor Gavin van Marle offers a round-up of last week’s ocean shipping rates.   

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 9 minutes! 

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle, who discusses the latest in GXO’s bid to takeover Wincanton and recaps some ocean carriers’ Q3 earnings. He also offers a round-up of last week’s ocean shipping rates.   

The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane discusses what happened when exploding parcels were found in DHL's network, and has last week’s updates on the ongoing strike action at Canadian ports. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 17 minutes! 

Featuring insights from industry leaders, the episode addresses the rapid development of logistics hubs like Dubai, alongside the significant impact of the Suez Canal closure on businesses in the region and global shipping dynamics.

Geopolitical tensions, economic disruptions, and emerging technologies also come into focus as experts from leading multinationals and the WTO share their strategies for navigating these challenges.

Guests

Johanna Hill, Deputy Director-General, World Trade Organization 

Hans-Henrik Nielsen, Global Development Director, CargoGulf

Sneha Susan Jacob, Head of Supply Chain Development and CAPEX, The Kraft Heinz Company

Roula Jeha, CEEMEA Trade & Working Capital Head, J.P. Morgan

Credits

Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

In this episode, recorded just hours before the strike action was due to begin, we break down the supply chain chaos that has built through September, explore the strike’s potential impact on global shipping, and examine how businesses are scrambling to mitigate disruptions.

Guests also weigh in on the ILA-USMX negotiations, the expected effects of a strike on freight rates (air and ocean) and US Presidential elections, and the ripple effects on retailers, shippers, and international trade.

GUESTS:

Stephanie Loomis, head of ocean freight, North America, Rhenus

Peter Sand, chief analyst, Xeneta

Mike Steenhoek, executive director, Soy Transportation Coalition

Jon Gold, VP of supply chain and customs policy, National Retail Federation

Credits: Created, hosted and produced by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

The conversation covers current applications of AI in logistics, future possibilities, and how shippers, forwarders, and carriers can adapt to this evolving technology.

Credits: Created, produced and edited by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

This podcast has been sponsored by Raft, the world's largest logistics AI platform

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar managing editor, Gavin van Marle, who recaps last week’s ocean freight rates and how they’ve been impacted by the looming ILA strike, plus the announcement of the ‘Premier Alliance’.  

Then, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane details how the air cargo capacity crunch is affecting stakeholders and what DSV’s winning bid for DB Schenker could mean for the German forwarder.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 10 minutes! 

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They also discuss the reasons behind soaring air freight rates ahead of the traditional peak season, examine new US air cargo security rules, and explore the alarming threat posed to EU freight companies by incendiary devices.

In Part 2, attention turns to port operations, exploring how ports might enhance supply chain transparency and reduce risks for shippers. Representatives from Hamburg Port Authority and IKEA Supply discuss the role of ports in managing data, fostering collaboration, and improving cargo traceability.

Guests:

Ingrid Boqué Sastre, Global Strategic Networks Officer, Hamburg Port Authority

Stefan Krattiger, Business Development Leader Global Ports, Supply Chain Operations , IKEA Supply AG

Niall van de Wouw, Chief Airfreight Officer, Xeneta

Alex Whiteman, News Editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Created, produced and edited by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

Ms Goldstone takes on last week’s ocean freight rates and explains why the market is at ‘tipping point’ as contract and spot market rates converge. She also recaps ONE’s recent results and why it and Maersk have increased their full-year guidance. 

Ms Goldstone then looks into the recent announcement of Sennder buying CH Robinson’s subsidiary EST. Finally, she discusses a high-flying airfreight market but warns that that too is not without disruption.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 12 minutes! 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, reveals the latest ocean freight rate movement and discusses what impact the Red Sea crisis has had on forwarder’s H2 financial results.  

The Loadstar’s publisher, Alex Lennane, talks about DB Schenker’s disappointing Q2 results and what this could mean for its upcoming sale. She also speaks about the current backlogs in air and seaports across Bangladesh.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 12 minutes! 

Host Mike King and guests identify the winners and losers of the year so far and attempt to predict what will be the key market drivers over the rest of 2024 and into 2025.

They also explore the dynamics driving air and ocean markets, especially the evolving Red Sea situation, as they seek to explain the challenges currently facing those charged with designing freight procurement and inventory management strategies.

But with so much at stake for the world of logistics, the analysis begins with the looming US presidential election and its potential ramifications for global trade and geopolitics, not least due to the threat of new tariffs on US imports.

The discussion then moves on to analyse how e-commerce demand is restructuring air cargo dynamics, who is still in the running to buy DB Schenker, looming changes to the container shipping alliance system, and the financial challenges SMEs face when they use IATA's CASS payment system.

Mike and guests also consider whether it’s justified for commentators to compare current supply chain challenges to those encountered during the Covid pandemic.

Guests:

James Hookham, Director, Global Shippers Forum

Alex Lennane, Publisher, The Loadstar

Gavin van Marle, Managing Editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Created, produced and edited by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, recaps the latest ocean freight rates and discusses how there might be some hope for shippers' wallets on the horizon.

The Loadstar’s publisher, Alex Lennane, details her latest scoop of IATA's cargo payment system, CASS, and how forwarders have reacted. She also updates the latest in Schiphol's ongoing noise reduction plight.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 15 minutes! 

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, recaps the latest ocean freight rates, chats peak season problems, and looks at what ceasefire talks are doing to the market.

The Loadstar’s publisher, Alex Lennane, details why produce shippers and national postal services are looking away from air freight and what's going on with Shell's proposed SAF facility. She also divulges a scoop on Russian sanctions possibly being bypassed at a large US airport.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 15 minutes!

The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, details incessant ocean freight spot rate rises, and the details of Maersk's exit in the bid for DB Schenker. 

The Loadstar’s publisher, Alex Lennane, discusses the restructuring rumours swirling round Ceva logistics after its Bolloré integration.  

And in his podcast debut, news editor Alex Whiteman gives the latest updates in the HMM versus Samsung FMC case. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 12 minutes!