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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 […]
Labor Uncertainty in Canada
Canada is bracing for a major work stoppage involving two of its major railways, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and […]
U.S. Container Imports May See Near-Record Highs in August
According to retailers, U.S. container imports are expected to reach all-time highs by the summer of 2024, driven by a […]
Explosion on Vessel Docked at Ningbo Port, Hazardous Materials Suspected
A container containing hazardous goods aboard a Yang Ming vessel, exploded and caused a fire at the Ningbo port in […]
The Power of Contingency Plans, Alternative Options as a Shipper
In the fast-paced world of shipping, having a robust contingency plan is not just a smart move – it’s essential. […]
Air Freight Performance Driven by Disruptions, E-Commerce Growth
The need for e-commerce and disruptions in maritime shipping have driven an extraordinary boom in activity in the worldwide air […]
A Lifeline for Trade: Panama’s Reservoir Project to Combat Drought in the Canal
The Panama Canal has long struggled with water supply challenges, a problem that dates back to its opening in 1914. […]
Aftermath of Global IT Outage: Assessing Any Impacts
On the evening of July 18, global transportation operations faced disruptions due to a widespread computer outage triggered by a […]