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Transport and shipping
MSC Sets Historic Record by Controlling More Than One-Fifth of the Global Container Fleet
The global container shipping industry has entered a new era. According to maritime consultancy Alphaliner, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has reached a historic milestone by controlling 21.5% of the world’s container fleet for the...
Uncategorized
Global Container Shipping Rates Continue to Rise as Early Peak Season Increases Pressure on Shippers
The global container shipping market is once again showing signs of strengthening after several months of relative stability. According to the latest figures from the Drewry World Container Index (WCI), average container freight rates...
International trade
Egypt–DR Congo Trade Declines, but Strategic Partnership Continues to Strengthen
Despite a decline in bilateral trade volumes during 2025, Egypt and the Democratic Republic of Congo continue to expand economic cooperation across industry, mining, infrastructure, and investment sectors.
New figures released by Egypt’s Central Agency...
Warehouses and infrastructure
Egypt Launches Strategic Safaga 2 Terminal on the Red Sea
On June 9, Egypt officially commenced commercial trial operations at the new Safaga 2 multipurpose terminal located at Safaga Port on the Red Sea coast. The approximately $200 million project has been developed by...
Business
UAE Shipping Company Expands Container Fleet Through Chinese Shipyards
The order comprises three firm vessels, each with a capacity of 930 TEU, with options for an additional three ships of the same type. Delivery of the vessels is scheduled for 2028. The financial...
Business
Azerbaijan–NATO Trade Exceeds $2 Billion as Economic Ties and Regional Integration Strengthen
According to official trade statistics and government reports, Azerbaijan’s annual trade turnover with NATO countries exceeds $2 billion, reflecting the growing importance of economic cooperation with Europe and North America and supporting broader regional...
Digital technologies
Kazakhstan Strengthens Support for International Road Carriers: Freight Transport Market Grows by 15.5% Since the Start of 2026
The discussions focused on permit systems, industry digitalization, legislative improvements, and measures aimed at increasing the competitiveness of Kazakh carriers in the global transport market.
International Transport Remains a Strategic Priority
During the meeting, business representatives...
International trade
Mediterranean Hubs Dominate Global Rankings While Southern Europe Struggles with Congestion
Ports located near these gateways continue to outperform much of Europe, reinforcing their role as critical hubs in global container shipping networks.
Tanger Med Emerges as a Global Leader
According to the 2025 rankings, Tanger Med...