The threat follows the Houthis' announcement on Monday of a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia, opening a potential new front in the wider US-Iran conflict. So far, however, Hapag-Lloyd has told DVZ International it does not plan to change its…

Today, the European Commission is preparing fresh changes to the EU ETS for shipping and aviation. The proposals are expected to combine new fuel incentives with stronger protection for EU ports.

Experts expect Volkswagen’s eventual savings package to be less severe than recent reports suggested. Still, warnings are mounting over the wider fallout for suppliers and logistics providers.

Rumours have been circulating for weeks that VW might close some of its plants. This could have far-reaching consequences for logistics professionals. DVZ has spoken to a number of industry insiders.