The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global seaports and airports and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more international customers than ever before through global ports and free and foreign trade zones. As infrastructure around these global gateways continues to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply chain operations through their strategic use of global seaports and airports.

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July 29, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Spring Cargo Surge Lifts Port of Savannah to Second Busiest Year on Record
The port's growth in 2025 was primarily fueled by a bump in cargo volumes that started in January, as businesses brought inventory in ahead of promised tariffs from the incoming Trump administration.
July 28, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Houthis Vow to Ramp Up Attacks on Ships in Red Sea
The Houthis announced their plans on July 27, as part of an escalation that they described as the fourth phase of their naval campaign against Israel.
July 28, 2025
By Bloomberg
CK Hutchison to Invite China Investor to Join Port Deal
The confirmation of a Chinese investor will likely help remove the obstacles that have been holding back the deal.

July 24, 2025
By Bloomberg
Russia Black Sea Oil Loading Halted on New Rules, Reuters Says
July 22, 2025
By Bloomberg
U.S. Container Volumes Set for Sharp Reversal on Tariff Disruption
July 21, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Tariffs Drive 'Market Recalibration' at Port of Oakland in June
July 11, 2025
By Bloomberg
Canada’s Top Port Looks to Add 70% Capacity in Asia Trade Push
July 10, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Four Crew Members Rescued from Ship Sunk by Houthis in Red Sea

July 9, 2025
By Bloomberg
Surging U.K. Shipping Costs Threaten to Deliver a New Price Shock
July 7, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Heatwave Dries Up Cargo Capacity on Europe's Largest Rivers
July 3, 2025
By Nick Bowman, Senior Editor
Ocean Carriers Warn of No End in Sight for Global Shipping Logjam
June 24, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
Ports of Indiana to Reopen Burns Harbor Grain Terminal
June 23, 2025
By SupplyChainBrain
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How East Coast Ports Are Getting 'Big-Ship Ready'
November 03, 2017
It takes a big port to handle a big ship. Can East Coast ports meet the challenge of handling the new generation of mega-container vessels? Container lines are engaged in a frantic race to build ever-larger ships, which promise to have a ripple effect throughout the global transportation network. Read More
Making Room for the Megaships in New York and New Jersey
November 03, 2017
It takes more than deep water to accommodate a modern-day containership. Sometimes you have to raise a bridge as well. Read More
The New Panama Canal: Who Wins; Who Loses?
October 18, 2017
The new set of locks at the Panama Canal is open for business. How will it affect North American shipping patterns? Read More