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Hong Kong shipping and logistics
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Hong Kong shipping and logistics. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
The Kwai Chung Container Terminal. 04MAR26 SCMP / Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong has a chance to lead the world in marine underwriting

Readers discuss developments in shipping, and the implications for Taiwan of US actions in the Iran war.

Hong Kong stock market

China-based Cosco Shipping Ports expects ‘limited’ impact from Iran conflict

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Iran war shows urgency of Hong Kong’s green shipping transition

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Hutchison’s Panama ports deal

Opinion | Panama’s ports grab may be politically expedient, but at what cost?

In global logistics, reliability is currency. When commitments become provisional, the cost is measured not only in legal fees but in confidence.

Illustration: Craig Stephens
Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison pursues ‘all legal options’ on Panama ports, invites consultations

Conglomerate says authorities have ‘advanced steps towards a forced exit’ of Panama Ports Company (PPC) and are preparing to transition port operations.

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China-Latin America relations

Panama president defends ruling after China slams canal port concession decision

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino rejects Chinese criticism, arguing verdict was within Panama’s constitutional and legal framework.

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Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison takes Panama to arbitration after court voids canal port rights

Move comes after Beijing called ruling self-sabotaging and warned Panama would pay heavy political and economic price.

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Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings has said it has launched arbitration proceedings to challenge the Panamanian court ruling. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

CK Hutchison tipped to sell remaining ports despite Panama court ruling: experts

But effort by billionaire Li Ka-shing’s conglomerate will still face scrutiny from Beijing and deal may be re-evaluated, analysts tell SCMP.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong plans to build Northern Metropolis logistics hub for smart, green growth

Hub will focus on high-value goods, e-commerce and low-altitude economy, with authorities to gauge interest in the cluster’s first site this year.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can complement Hainan’s free-trade port

Jointly designed customs rules could be used in pilot schemes to smooth the customs process for international business.

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People look at phones in the Haikou International Duty Free Shopping Complex in Hainan province, on December 18, the day China launched island-wide special customs operations in the Hainan free-trade port. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong economy

Could 2026 be the make-or-break year of CK Hutchison’s Panama ports deal?

What began as a strategic exit for a Hong Kong conglomerate has devolved into a high-stakes stand-off between Washington and Beijing.

The Panama port deal still hung in the balance by the close of 2025. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Can Hong Kong mature as a wine hub? French vineyard owner calls for new focus

Seventh-generation winemaker Erwan Faiveley encourages city to up logistical and storage services during first post-Covid fact-finding trip.

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China trade

Explainer | The return of Red Sea shipping: 3 scenarios for Chinese trade

Houthi rebels have signalled a halt in attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, allowing a possible end to costly detours.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | ‘Partner port’ ties will help Hong Kong navigate global trade volatility

New deals with mainland Chinese and Chilean ports will enhance the city’s status as an international hub for finance, shipping and trading.

A cargo ship approaches Kwai Chung Container Terminal on April 16. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong links up with 3 key ‘partner’ ports to ride out trade volatility

Hong Kong leader John Lee tells a logistics conference partnerships have been formed with two ports in mainland China and one in Chile.

Hong Kong is hosting the 15th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference. Photo: Jelly Tse
US-China trade war

US-China port fee suspension brings backlash as well as relief

Democrats, labour unions and industry analysts condemn decision despite shippers saying the move will give global trade a vital boost.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong holds key ‘accelerator’ role as China’s trade strategy evolves

The city’s institutional strengths, strategic location and service capabilities make it a pivotal enabler of China’s changing trade architecture.

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Business of climate change

This Hong Kong start-up helps us see ‘the colour of the wind’ in 3D

The start-up aims to launch a pair of satellites within the next 18 months, followed by another five to create a constellation.

(From left) Stellerus Technology vice-chairman and CEO David Liu, chief technology officer Jeffrey Xu, chairwoman and co-founder Su Hui and HKUST’s director of digital cities and smart hazard mitigation laboratory Limin Zhang. Photo: Edmond So
China shipbuilding

‘Clear edge’: why China’s shipyards are still dominant despite US port fee drama

China’s shipbuilders already lead in terms of capacity, price and quality – and they will benefit from the green transition, insiders say.

US-China trade war

CK Hutchison gets encouraging signs of a deal with Panama government

Panama is still open to being flexible and reaching an amicable agreement with CK Hutchison, owned by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing.

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China shipbuilding

Ships divert, directors resign as US-China port fees rock shipping industry

Global carriers scramble to adapt as new US and Chinese duties take effect – and first vessel reportedly hit with 4.5 million yuan charge.

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A container ship sails at a port in China’s eastern Shandong province. New US and Chinese port fees have rocked the shipping industry in recent days. Photo: AFP
E-commerce

DHL expects US e-commerce tariff impact to unfold over a year like Brexit

Chinese firms are seeking new markets amid US tariff changes and potential reviews by the UK and EU, DHL Express CEO says.

DHL shipped 400 tonnes a day of Shein and Temu products from China to the US with its fleet of 17 widebody aircraft in the fourth quarter of last year. Photo: dpa
China trade

Trump’s tariffs will slow, not kill, trade growth: DHL-NYU study

Global trade volume set to grow 2.5 per cent annually through 2029, roughly matching the rate in the past 10 years, research says.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How joining the RCEP will boost Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector

From supply chain alignment to financial services, the city’s membership would undoubtedly add value to its long-standing economic partners.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s warehouses find support from demand to store metals and art

The city’s logistics sector receives a boost from LME’s inclusion and art storage demand, despite a cautious market and falling rents.

Workers at Christie’s warehouse in Tsing Yi. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Business of climate change

Hong Kong shipper Wah Kwong joins push for greener energy at ports

Firm enters joint venture to cut diesel emissions by building onshore power hookups for ships in ports.

A container ship moves towards a berth at the container terminal of the port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province, on September 24, 2025. Photo: AFP
US-China trade war

China issues retaliatory rules ahead of US port fee targeting Chinese vessels

Beijing’s countermeasures seen as further complicating shipping routes connecting US and China, but the number of affected vessels could be small.

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Business of climate change

Methanol supply key to Hong Kong’s green marine goals: CM Energy

World’s first vehicle carrier powered by methanol and conventional fuel, the CM Hong Kong, calls on the city on its maiden voyage.

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