Carriers are reevaluating their strategy more often as the world’s shipping market continues to fluctuate. This is especially true with […]
Tag: Container shipping
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Spotlight on Global Straits: The Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically crucial waterway located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, connecting […]
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 […]