The first News in Brief Podcast of 2025 recaps all the major supply-chain news items that you might have missed between Christmas and New Year and gives you a heads-up on what you will likely see on The Loadstar this year. 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone gives a situation update to the negotiations between the ILA and USMX and covers a proposed bill in the US congress that could ramp up trade wars.  

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle talks about what is going on at both the Panama and Suez Canal, a look into ocean freight rate movements and what the upcoming alliance reshuffle could do.  

Finally, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane recaps the main items from air cargo news. 

This year-end episode of The News in Brief Podcast captures all the mistakes and outtakes from 2024.  

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone, The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane and The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle have given you a year of concise and timely supply-chain news summaries, but this compilation of outtakes reveals the laughs, frustrations and canine interruptions that were had behind-the-scenes. 

Like any good blooper reel, this 11-minute podcast contains lots of swearing which some audiences may find offensive – you have been warned!  

The Loadstar Podcast News in Brief will now be on a ‘brief’ hiatus until Mondy 6 January but be sure to join us in the new year as the best way to catch up on all you’ve missed over the holiday.  

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.   

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains the background for recent managerial changes at Schiphol Airport and Seko Logistics.

Together, they discuss why we could be headed for an airfreight peak in Q4 and what this has meant for stakeholders. 

Finally, Ms Goldstone and Ms Lennane offer a situation update on global strikes, including the looming strike on the US east and Gulf coasts, the government ports in India and the lengthy dispute at Canada Post.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 11 minutes! 

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.  

She is helped by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains what is needed at the US border to keep up with growing volumes, and how airlines are maturing in their cargo-booking offerings. Ms Lennane then discusses her recent scoop involving management shifts at Chapman Freeborn.  

Ms Goldstone offers a situation update for looming strikes on the US East and Gulf coasts and government ports in India.  

Finally, they both give a brief rundown of last week's freight rates for both ocean and air.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, in just 10 minutes! 

This episode takes a deep dive into the highs and lows of 2024 in the world of freight, logistics, and supply chain. Our panel reflects on the year’s biggest stories, including record-breaking elections, the resurgence of protectionism, and seismic shifts in global trade policies.

We explore the winners and losers, from surging carriers to struggling international institutions, and unpack the implications of landmark deals like DSV’s acquisition of Schenker.

Looking ahead, we assess the freight markets as they brace for a turbulent January, marked by potential dockworker strikes, alliance restructuring, and new tariff regimes.

Air cargo trends, particularly the critical role of e-commerce, also come into focus, alongside the challenges posed by capacity shortages and Boeing’s ongoing production struggles.

Finally, our experts offer bold predictions for 2025 and share their personal songs of the year. How could you not be entertained?

Guests

Peter Sand, Chief Analyst, Xeneta

Alex Lennane, Publisher, The Loadstar

Gavin Van Marle, Managing Editor, The Loadstar

Credits: Created, edited and produced by Mike King & Associates for The Loadstar

In this jam-packed episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. 

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle speaks about the impact of the proposed US tariffs on ocean shipping and possible front loading. He then updates listeners on MSC’s new port calls, as well as an overview of last week’s ocean freight rates.  

This is followed by an update on airfreight rates from Ms Goldstone. 

She is then joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane who explains what is known about the recent DHL plane crash. She then explains the SAF partnership between Maersk and Lufthansa Cargo. 

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 20 minutes! 

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane, who explains how MSC did a u-turn on its decision to abandon cargo after mass complaints from forwarders.

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle then gives an overview of Zim, Target and Walmart’s Q3 results, and recaps the game of musical chairs being played by MSC, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd across UK ports.

Finally, Ms Lennane and Mr van Marle both offer an update on last week’s ocean and airfreight rates.

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in under 15 minutes!

Host Mike King explores the latest developments in airfreight and global trade policy on this episode of The Loadstar Podcast. Reporting from TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in Miami, Alex Lennane shares insights from industry leaders, while Brian Bourke (SEKO Logistics) and Niall van de Wouw (Xeneta) weigh in on market dynamics as we approach Donald Trump’s inauguration in January 2025. Topics covered include the potential impact of new tariff regimes, the role of de minimis exemptions, e-commerce trends, and the freight market outlook for the new year.

Guests:

Brian Bourke, Global Chief Commercial Officer, SEKO Logistics

Alex Lennane, Publisher, The Loadstar

Niall van de Wouw, Head of Airfreight, Xeneta

Episode in more detail:

Yoga at ACF Miami (2.12)

Trump ends the Great Freight Recession? (4.24)

Planning for Q1 with SEKO (7.00)

Tariffs: When, Where, How Big (9.41)

Winners and losers (13.05)

Tariffs and the UK (15.47)

Air cargo peak season (18.50)

Air freight rates (20.27)

Chinese New Year (23.17)

2024: The Year of the E-tailer? (26.39)

De minimis under attack (30.01)

US reshoring (34.07)

Ocean shipping outlook (38.31)

Alliances reconfigured (42.19)

Will shippers pay for better service? (44.17)

What next for SEKO? (46.04)

Credits: Produced, edited and hosted by Mike King for The Loadstar www.theloadstar.com

In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including a timeline of the Canadian port strikes, and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week.    

Ms Goldstone is joined by The Loadstar publisher Alex Lennane to chat about their recent trip to Miami for TIACA’s ACF. Find out what they thought of the event and what the hot topics in the air cargo industry are. 

The Loadstar managing editor Gavin van Marle then offers an update on US east coast port strikes, his thoughts on COP29 and a brief recap of last week’s Q3 results for ocean carriers.  

So, what are you waiting for? This bite-sized but jam-packed news podcast will catch you up on anything you might have missed last week and put you ahead of the curve on this week’s happenings, all in just 16 minutes! 

Host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone interviews a plethora of supply-chain industry experts in a brief and engaging vox-pop style quick fire Q and A.

Recorded from TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum in Miami this week, this podcast offers a glimpse into the air cargo industry’s current hot-topics, market factors and challenges.

So, not to worry if you were unable to attend the event, this compilation of clips from the trade-show floor will make you feel like you were there in person - in less than 15 minutes!