The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) announced on 8th November 2025 that the giant container ship CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, measuring 399 metres long, 54 metres wide, with a draft of 13.5 metres and a capacity of 17,859 TEU (net tonnage 177,000 tons) has successfully transited the canal and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This marks the largest container vessel to cross the canal in two years and is being viewed as a sign of renewed confidence among major shipping lines.

#suezcanal #cmacgm #redsea #cmacgmbenjaminfranklin #india #europe #logistics

Global air cargo volumes rose by 4% in October compared to the same month last year, according to the latest analysis by Xeneta. The increase came despite slower demand between Europe and North America, which fell by 6%. Analysts warned that the decline on this important route could be a sign of tougher times ahead for the global trade market, which directly affects India’s export and import flows as well.

#xeneta #globalaircargo #aircargo #asia #europe #northamerica #trade #india

Global air cargo volumes rose by a better-than-expected 4% in October compared to the same month last year, according to Xeneta. The growth came even as businesses slowed down early imports due to higher tariff costs and the impact of the US de minimis ban.

#xeneta #globalaircargo #aircargo #aircraft #usdeminimisban #europe #northamerica

Abu Dhabi is positioning itself as an international hub for high-value, time-sensitive, and healthcare cargo, powered by efficiency, collaboration, and a shared vision to connect global trade through the Emirate.

#etihadairways #kuehnenagel #klnlogisticsgroup #abudhabi #asia #africa #europe

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has announced an expansion of its freighter network for the Winter 2025 schedule, adding new routes and increased flight frequencies across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. The move is expected to enhance air connectivity between India and key global trade corridors through Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the UAE’s role as a major logistics hub connecting East and West.

#etihadcargo #etihadairways #asia #europe #middleeast #logistics #abudhabi #aircargo