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An oil spill in the Port of Antwerp continues to affect vessel traffic and logistics operations, with ongoing delays and congestion impacting supply chains.

Ongoing developments in the Middle East are impacting global air and ocean freight operations. We are closely monitoring the situation and proactively managing potential disruptions for our customers.

Severe weather and Chinese New Year disruptions caused delays and congestion across several key global trade lanes. This market update outlines the main impacts on international shipping routes.

The EU–India Free Trade Agreement is expected to accelerate trade flows between both regions. As barriers are reduced, companies are reviewing their EU–India import and export structures.

As Chinese New Year approaches from 17 February to 3 March, BTS Logistics and BIG Logistics proactively manage capacity, planning and coordination to minimize supply chain disruption and ensure continuity of service.

New EU rules are coming in 2026. CBAM and EUDR will impact how importers document, register and clear goods.

Port operations in Rotterdam have resumed following the end of the strike at lashing companies. While activities are restarting, congestion and delays remain.

Port operations in Antwerp, Zeebrugge, and Ghent remain disrupted due to the ongoing Belgian pilot strike. Traffic delays persist as talks continue without resolution.

All terminals in the Port of Rotterdam will be halted for 48 hours due to a lashing strike by ILS and Matrans, from October 8 at 15:15 until October 10 at 15:15.