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4PL model reemerges as disruptive market dynamics buffet shippers Technology analyst Gartner’s recent release of a report categorizing 4PL providers signals renewed interest in the concept, even as questions remain about which shippers it is best-suited for. Go to journal of commerce

Intermodal cooperation on rails has declined amid cost pressures Cooperation in the form of steel-wheel interchange has fallen out of fashion as railroads have become less willing to do the necessary work that is intrinsic in the swap of volume on rail, according to Larry Gross. Go to journal of commerce

Maersk set to resume regular Suez transits on India-USEC ‘MECL’ loop – sources The move follows the successful trial transits of the Maersk Sebarok in December and the Maersk Denver, which sailed through the waterway this week. Go to journal of commerce

Regional security risk too high to consider Red Sea return: Global shipper group  The rapidly unfolding situation in Iran and threatened US military action there is posing a “real and significant” risk that attacks on merchant shipping in the region will resume, according to the head of the Global Shippers’ Forum.  Go to journal of commerce

Canada’s Port Saint John ready for larger ships, more containers Canada’s eastern-most port has completed the final phase of a project that has added a new berth and increased track capacity for handling intermodal rail. Go to journal of commerce

Hapag-Lloyd’s terminal arm takes full control of Port Everglades terminal Florida International Terminal specializes in container and general cargo handling and provides direct connectivity to major highways and rail networks, with Crowley and Mediterranean Shipping Co. its most frequent callers over the past 12 months. Go to journal of commerce

SeaCube acquires Martin Container in move to boost West Coast cold storage Martin’s headquarters near the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex is now integrated into SeaCube’s depot and transportation network, providing faster delivery to customers and improved regional coverage in the cold storage market. Go to journal of commerce

‘Unexpected’ margin boost in Q3 2025 to lift ocean carriers’ full-year results – Drewry  Operating conditions could also turn expected losses in 2026 into profits despite little clarity over the timing of a widespread return to Red Sea transits, according to the consultancy. Go to journal of commerce

Cosco inks almost $2.7 billion in deals for 18 newbuild container ships The agreements include the construction of a dozen 18,000-TEU, LNG-powered vessels that are part of the massive $7 billion fleet renewal program the carrier unveiled in early December. Go to journal of commerce

Solid growth evident in LNG order book despite regulatory uncertainty  Most major carriers have set net-zero goals and are investing heavily in dual-fuel vessels that support their emissions-cutting strategies despite a lack of global regulatory support. Go to journal of commerce

STG files Ch. 11 bankruptcy, but intermodal operations remain intact STG said the filing will reset its balance sheet and reduce debt obligations, but drayage, domestic intermodal, transloading and warehousing operations will not be affected. Go to journal of commerce

Wind components expected to be a ‘standout’ cargo for MPVs in 2026 Onshore and offshore renewables projects will drive shipments of turbines and transformers, carriers in the sector say. Go to journal of commerce

Drivers battling delays at Norfolk Southern terminal in Louisville The delays began last month after the railroad transitioned its Louisville ramp to grounded operations, but NS says it is taking steps to mitigate the backups. Go to journal of commerce

Pre-Lunar New Year demand to give trans-Pac market first test of 2026 The materialization of any seasonal import rush and how carriers respond with capacity will give the container shipping market a better sense of first-half demand. Go to journal of commerce

FMC raises fine on MSC in case over non-operating reefers The commission’s review of an administrative law judge’s earlier decision on late fees that MSC charged for non-operating reefers found the overcharges amounted to a “practice” by the carrier. Go to journal of commerce

Seaboard restarts South America service calling at Savannah The reinstated service connecting the port with Colombia and the Dominican Republic will be supported by Savannah’s new customs facility that specializes in reefer cargoes. Go to journal of commerce

Taiwan’s major ocean carriers say weaker rates dragged down 2025 revenues The declines from the country’s top three carriers are in line with what other carriers have reported thus far in an unsettled container shipping market. Go to journal of commerce

Fourth-quarter downturn weighs on OOCL’s full-year operating result The performance of the Cosco Shipping subsidiary provides an early glimpse of what to expect as ocean carriers prepare to report their full-year 2025 earnings in an uncertain container shipping market. Go to journal of commerce

Optimistic outlook sets multipurpose sector on firm footing for 2026 This year’s positive MPV forecast is bolstered by a high level of forward bookings and the prospect of postponed projects coming onstream. Go to journal of commerce

Houston fog sets up ship diversions to Mobile, forcing exporters to scramble Seasonal fog along Texas waterways has caused ocean carriers to switch up typical Gulf Coast port rotations, sometimes with little warning of vessel arrivals. Go to journal of commerce

Smaller ocean carriers can still prosper in a world of hungry ‘predators’ While second- and third-rung lines can no longer aspire to grow into the big leagues unless they have very deep pockets, there is plenty of scope to avoid being trampled by the behemoths and quietly grow by trading on strengths, writes Jeremy Masters.…