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Port Congestion Numbers Explained: How Bad Is It?
It’s no secret that congestion at U.S. ports is at an all-time high. Nearly every ocean port is beyond maxed […]
LA Port Update: Delayed Yantian Cargo & Peak Season All At Once
If you’ve been keeping up with the market updates, you’re well aware that cargo has continued to move at record […]
Shipping in 2021: Recap on the First Six Months
Anyone working in shipping during the pandemic was dumbfounded by the turn of events in 2020. The first half of […]
Shipping During Unreliable Market Conditions
Wow, the last year has been a rollercoaster for most of us. The pandemic has thoroughly affected almost every industry […]
Hurricane and Storm Season: What to Expect Shipping in 2021
When we think about factors that affect transit time, most shippers’ attention is drawn to things such as port congestion, […]
COVID Outbreak at Yantian Port: Delays will Last Weeks
China has really gotten the brunt of COVID over the last year and a half. The virus started there and […]
What to Expect in the Coming Months for Air Freight
It’s safe to assume that almost every single shipper has experienced the repercussions of the last year and a half […]
Strike at the Port Of Montreal: What It Means for Ocean Freight
Transportation worker strikes are usually inconvenient and scary for shippers – you never know entirely how it’s going to affect […]
The Savannah Port is Expected to Grow
When it comes to news of port congestion, growth, and other industry updates, we pretty much only hear about Long […]
How to Stay Up to Date with Your 2021 Logistics Plan
The shipping industry is incredibly dynamic – things are always changing, and shifting market conditions can drastically affect your companies […]
Is There a “Good Time” To Switch Freight Forwarders?
Big business decisions are never easy or fun – especially when it concerns a close business relationship such as that […]
Things Your Forwarder Should Do to Get You Correct Availability
There’s nothing more stressful than missing availability on a vessel. If you, your team, and your clients are relying on […]
Is Switching from Ocean to Air Transport Worth It?
Ocean shipping is by far the most common method used for international shipments, and for good reason. It’s one of […]
How to Evaluate Your New Transportation Vendor
Selecting a new transportation vendor can be a complicated process. It takes in depth research, thoughtful planning, and evaluation for […]