global container volumes

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

PORT & TERMINAL NEWS

Global container shipping maintained strong momentum during the first half of 2026, with volumes continuing to grow despite geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, according to the latest analysis from Container Trades Statistics (CTS).

7th August 2026

Global container trade shows resilience

7th August 2026

INSIGHT & OPINION

INSIGHT & OPINION

Global container volumes remained resilient in April despite the ongoing disruption caused by the Gulf crisis and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Container Trades Statistics (CTS).

8th June 2026

Container volumes defy Gulf disruption

8th June 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Last year marked a historic turning point for global container shipping, with record-breaking volumes sustained throughout the year even as prices remained comparatively subdued, says data management firm Container Trades Statistics (CTS).

9th February 2026

Record volumes redefine container shipping

9th February 2026

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

Global container volumes rose sharply in October, good news as 2025 enters its final quarter. But there’s continued subdued demand for North American and European exports.

9th December 2025

Imports climb, while export markets lag

9th December 2025