Author: Thomas Witt
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis Won’t Be Over Anytime Soon
Even if a ceasefire happened today, normal shipping and energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz would not return until late 2026 at the earliest—and more likely into early 2027. Shippers who are planning around a near-term resolution are building on a foundation that does not exist. Transportation consultant Thomas Witt has been tracking the…
Panama Canal Auction Prices Hit Record Highs in 2026
Sixty days ago, paying $4 million for a single canal transit slot would have sounded like a mistake. Today, it’s a real number—and it’s happening right now. As the Iran war’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz generates a seismic shift in global transportation flows, businesses have spent as much as $4 million for…
The Strait of Hormuz: A Global Shipping Crisis
The world’s most critical maritime chokepoint is effectively shut. Since late February 2026, the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes, has been at the center of the largest energy and shipping disruption in decades. For businesses moving goods internationally, the ripple effects are already being felt across…
China E-Commerce Drop Shifts Air Cargo Demand
For years, the explosive growth of ultra-low-cost Chinese retailers like Temu and Shein quietly became a backbone of global airfreight demand. Enormous volumes of small parcels moving from Chinese warehouses to doorsteps across Europe and North America kept air cargo networks humming. That era, at least for now, appears to be hitting a wall. What…
AirCargo Conference 2026: Why Early-Year Air Strategy Matters
In February 2026, global logistics leaders will gather in Orlando for the AirCargo Conference 2026, taking place February 15–17. The event brings together airlines, airports, forwarders, and technology providers to examine how air-based freight will shape supply chains in the year ahead. You can learn more about the event on the official site: https://aircargoconference.com For…
How AI Is Helping Prevent Cargo Fires in Global Shipping
Cargo fires have become one of the most serious safety issues in global shipping. In recent years, fires linked to mis-declared or undeclared hazardous goods have climbed, putting vessels, crews, and supply chains at risk. The industry is now turning to artificial intelligence to help stop these fires before they start. According to the World…
