Middle East airspace closures and Strait of Hormuz disruptions are impacting global air and ocean freight, tightening capacity and increasing transit times and costs. Australian importers and exporters should prepare for schedule volatility and rising freight rates.
With the landmark Australia‑United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) now in force, ICE is perfectly positioned to help clients tap into new opportunities across the Middle East and Australia.
Effective 8 September 2025, the Italian Government has implemented new regulations that reduce the allowable waiting time for full container load (FCL) pick-ups at supplier facilities.
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