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Spotlight on the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, translates to “Gate of Tears” in Arabic, is a narrow waterway located between the Arabian Peninsula and […]
Strategies for NVOs and Shippers Amidst a Tight Ocean Shipping Market
The amount of vessel space in the eastbound trans-Pacific shipping lanes has significantly decreased in recent months, which has left […]
What Did U.S. Container Import Volumes in May Show?
The United States experienced a notable increase in the amount of containers imported in May 2024, up 6.2% from April […]
New Rules on Reporting Lost/Overboard Containers Starts in 2026
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) announced new regulations on reporting lost/overboard shipping containers, which will start at the beginning of […]
From Departure to Return: The Port of Portland’s Container Service Development
The Port of Portland’s Terminal 6 container service operations are getting a boost with $40 million in state funds. With […]
First Container Ship Docks at Port of Baltimore Since Bridge Collapse
Resuming operations at the Port of Baltimore is more than simply going back to business as usual; it’s a calculated […]
Interesting Facts about International Shipping and Logistics
Keeping it fun and simple in this blog where we’ve listed some interesting facts about international shipping and logistics, that […]
What was Discussed at the TPM Conference
The TPM Conference, put on by the Journal of Commerce and S&P Global, is focused on the trans-Pacific and global […]
Protecting Your Cargo with Insurance
Preserving your cargo is critical in the dynamic world of transportation. Companies need to be ready for any unforeseen difficulties […]
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires on Cargo Ships
Back in 2022, the shipping realm saw a jump in fires with 8 vessels lost and over 200 fire-related incidents […]
SHIELD: Why Interlog is Different
In the fast-paced world of international and domestic shipping, shippers face numerous challenges that often lead to loads of unnecessary […]
How Did U.S. Imports Fare in November?
The month of November did see some decreases in total U.S. imports handled, but November typically is a weaker month […]
Preparing for Next Year: What Forecasts are Showing
The container shipping industry is plagued by unpredictability. Attendees of the yearly TPM conference in Long Beach get together year […]
Carbon Pricing is Coming Soon to the Transatlantic
With maritime transportation included in the EU Emissions Trading System next year, ocean carriers have released their respective estimates on […]