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Wrapping Up Hurricane Season: Lingering Impacts on the Supply Chain
It’s time to consider the most significant storms of the 2024 hurricane season and their lingering impacts as the season […]
Start 2025 Strong: Why Regular Reviews Are Key to Success
We are less than two months away from the start of a new year and with that comes time to […]
Understanding Incoterms: A Quick Guide
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) developed a set of terms known as Incoterms, which define the responsibilities of buyers […]
Spotlight on Global Straits: The Strait of Malacca
The Strait of Malacca is a crucial waterway linking the Andaman Sea and the South China Sea. Spanning 500 miles, […]
Protect Your Business With Contingency Planning and Risk Management Solutions
For shippers, the importance of contingency planning and risk management solutions cannot be overstated. The industry is inherently fraught with […]
U.S. Longshoreman Strike Ends: Breaking Down the Details and What’s Next?
The recent U.S. longshoreman strike has come to an end, with a Master Contract extension now in place until mid-January. […]
Lithium Battery Fire Occurs at Port of Los Angeles, Now Cleared
As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs), consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage continues to surge, so does the transportation […]
U.S. Container Import Volumes in August
The eighth month of the year marked a notable shift in import activity, influenced by both seasonal demand and ongoing […]
FMC Greenlights Gemini Alliance, Vows To Monitor Impacts on U.S. Shippers
The Gemini Cooperation Alliance – featuring Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd – will officially set sail, after receiving the ‘greenlight’ from the […]
East, Gulf Coast Longshore Contract Expiration Date Nears
The expiration date for the East and Gulf coast dockworkers is nearing and no resolution has been made. Why is […]
Carriers Reassess GRIs for India-U.S. Shipments Amid Market Shifts
Carriers are reevaluating their strategy more often as the world’s shipping market continues to fluctuate. This is especially true with […]
Planning for Golden Week: What Shippers Should Know
At the start of next month is the Golden Week holiday, spanning from October 1st to the 7th. This week-long […]
Understanding the Various Ocean Carriers, Alliances
Ocean carriers, the giants of global maritime logistics, play a pivotal role in facilitating international trade by transporting goods across […]
Meeting Expectations: Solving the Disconnect Between Forwarders and Their Customers
Anyone who works at a company that engages in shipping will tell you that one of their major, primary pain […]