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Market Update – March 2026
Global logistics markets entered March in relatively stable conditions following the Lunar New Year period. However rising fuel costs, emergency carrier surcharges and geopolitical developments are now influencing global shipping networks, air cargo routing and domestic transport costs. Our March Oceania Global Logistics Market Update outlines the key developments affecting Australian and New Zealand importers and exporters.
Service Update – Middle East
Escalating regional tensions between Iran, Israel and the United States have resulted in temporary airspace closures and maritime security measures across parts of the Middle East, impacting selected air and ocean freight services transiting the region.
Market Update – February 2026
February 2026 finds global supply chains softer on price but still uneven in practice. Post–Lunar New Year recovery, ongoing Red Sea uncertainty, rising landside costs and border compliance pressures are shaping outcomes for Australian and New Zealand importers and exporters. This update explains what these conditions mean for sea freight, air freight and customs/biosecurity, and how supply chain leaders should plan through February and into March.
Market Update – January 2026
As we enter 2026, global supply chains remain finely balanced. Pre-Chinese New Year demand, evolving carrier network strategies, rising landside costs, and a series of interconnected global risk factors continue to shape freight outcomes for Australian and New Zealand importers and exporters. This update combines Seabridge’s on-the-ground operational intelligence with trusted market analysis to provide context, clarity and practical guidance for decision-makers navigating an increasingly complex logistics environment. Global market overview Pre-Chinese New Year (CNY) demand is accelerating, with carriers managing capacity through blank sailings, service realignments and early General Rate Increases (GRIs). The Drewry World Container Index has firmed… Read More
Market Update – October 2025
As we move into Q4 2025, freight markets remain volatile yet regionally active. The Asia–Oceania trade lanes are holding up better than many global routes, supported by seasonal demand and importers pulling forward cargo ahead of Chinese New Year. At the same time, disruptions in China and Southeast Asia, equipment shortages in Australia, and rail maintenance in New Zealand are creating risks. Although a ceasefire is in place in Israel–Gaza, maritime experts agree that container ships will not return to the Red Sea in the near term.
Market Update – May 2025
Global supply chains continue to navigate a complex mix of softening demand, shifting trade flows, regulatory developments, and operational constraints. This month’s update outlines key trends across ocean and air freight markets, bunker pricing, port performance, and compliance.
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