News in Brief podcast | Week 38 2025 | Bullish IMO and emerging rate war

Following London International Shipping week, host Charlotte Goldstone shares her highlights of the events and useful takeaways and is joined by Alex Lennane and Gavin van Marle from The Loadstar team, who recap the week’s main supply chain headlines.

In both air and ocean, freight rates have plummeted. The ocean freight market is dealing with the looming threat of USTR port call fees next month, while aviation battles with the reduced likelihood of a peak season.

Indian stakeholders, having recently been dealt a 50% tariff on their exports to the US, in particular are struggling. The region has seen airfreight demand down and one major digital forwarder cease operations.

Our journalists explore all of these topics and more in this brief episode – perfect for busy people who need a quick reminder of what’s been going on before the week ahead.

It’s only 20 minutes, listen now!