Ruben Loomans

Middle East Shipping Update – Impact & Customer Guidance Dear Customer Given the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East region, Shipex wishes to provide a consolidated update based on the latest carrier advisories and operational developments. The situation remains dynamic and decisions by carriers may change with short notice. We therefore summarise below what […]

Escalating Port Congestion in North Europe Dear valued customer We hereby inform you that, as of August 1st, 2025, a temporary congestion surcharge of €35 or $40 per container will be applied to all shipments routed via the ports of Antwerp, Zeebrugge, Rotterdam, Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Dunkirk. Despite months of absorbing the impact of operational

Current Port Conditions and Mitigation Plans Worsening congestion and delays across Northern Europe Ports across Northern Europe are facing unprecedented congestions levels, creating serious ripple effects across the logistics chain. The following hotspots in Europe are being severely impacted. Antwerp Yard capacity of major terminals at 96% Reefer plug usage at 112% Nearly 50% of