Latest News Evolution of ocean capacity linked to varied dynamics of trade needs ‘Dummy permits’ could overcome last-mile snafus for project cargoes CU Lines’ network expansion gives fresh capacity influx into Middle East trades US move against container makers is latest entry in logistics battle with China Zim reports Q1 loss, with bunker impact expected to worsen in Q2 More News ✕ More News & Analysis Evolution of ocean capacity linked to varied dynamics of trade needs The alignment between demand and the supply of capacity has individual dynamics across each trade lane and different consequences for the newbuild, second-hand and charter markets, writes Jeremy Masters. ‘Dummy permits’ could overcome last-mile snafus for project cargoes Project shippers in the US are being encouraged to test the robustness of bridge strength and state permitting feasibility up to a year in advance of major cargo moves. CU Lines’ network expansion gives fresh capacity influx into Middle East trades The Shanghai-based carrier has launched two new services connecting Asia to the Middle East as the Persian Gulf trade corridor presents strong green shoots of capacity demand amid ongoing mainline service disruptions.