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FMC proposal defines ‘unreasonable’ export rejections by ocean carriers
The new rule details criteria for violations under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act and establishes a framework for proving improper refusals.
By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 21, 2022 -
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San Pedro Bay ports see loaded import volumes drop in August
Looking ahead, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka projected the port would have “lighter numbers” for the rest of the year.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 20, 2022 -
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White House supply chain strategy shifts beyond 24/7 port operations
Port and Supply Chain Envoy Gen. Stephen Lyons said the initiative failed to gain traction due to the financial costs involved.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2022 -
Rail strike averted as employers, unions reach tentative deal
The deal is welcome relief for shippers who had warned that a shutdown of the nation's rail system would carry catastrophic impacts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Sept. 15, 2022 -
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Air cargo volumes continue dip, but ‘seller’s market’ may soon return: Clive
August's volume drop was softer than the declines seen in June and July, which could be an early sign of demand and rates picking up as peak season nears.
By Max Garland • Sept. 14, 2022 -
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Railroads cut service in preparation for potential strike
Shippers are calling on Congress to intervene if railroads cannot reach an agreement with two of the largest unions by the end of the week.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 12, 2022 -
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Bosch to manufacture EV hydrogen fuel cells in South Carolina
The cells will power heavy-duty trucks as the automotive supplier goes "all in" on the alternative fuel source.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 9, 2022 -
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Container dwell fee paused at Port of New York and New Jersey
Officials are rewriting the tariff after receiving input from ocean carriers.
By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 8, 2022 -
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3M leans on East Coast shipping site to speed exports
The site, added to circumvent West Coast congestion, has helped reduce shipping times to Asia.
By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 7, 2022 -
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NFI partners with Boston Dynamics to debut autonomous robot
The North America logistics provider will roll out a truck unloading bot in 2023 to supplement labor and improve employee safety.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 6, 2022 -
Union Pacific reports service improvements after months of congestion
The railroad is still asking shippers to limit the number of private cars on its network to build on positive momentum.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 31, 2022 -
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Maersk abandons $1B sale of container business after DOJ investigation
Regulators were concerned that a sale to China International Marine Containers would have led to higher prices and less supply chain resiliency.
By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 30, 2022 -
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Port of Oakland: Trucker protests depressed July cargo volumes
The port processed the smallest number of containers since February 2015, according to the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association.
By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 24, 2022 -
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Monster struggles to shift aluminum can sourcing to US
The company is still relying on imported cans, which contributed to $66.7 million in elevated freight costs in Q2.
By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 22, 2022 -
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BNSF to end embargo on westbound shipments Sept. 4
The railroad will still work with individual shippers to manage traffic flows, noting limitations on shipments within its network helped reduce congestion.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 19, 2022 -
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As East Coast delays rise, Port of LA director appeals to shippers: ‘Come to Los Angeles’
The 109-ship queue to enter the U.S.'s largest container port had dropped 88% as of July.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 18, 2022 -
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Railroads should raise pay 24%, White House labor board proposes
Carriers wanted a smaller increase, but say they are ready to secure a contract as labor woes persist.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 17, 2022 -
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Plan for inland port in the middle of California’s Mojave Desert gains traction
Local officials signed off on a proposal that developers say could help relieve congestion at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 16, 2022 -
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FMC considers mandate for shipping lines, terminals to share data
The agency is asking supply chain stakeholders for input on whether such an action would ease congestion.
By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 15, 2022 -
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Shippers pull back from air cargo as ocean reliability improves
Rates are on a downward trend and have yet to bottom out, according to Clive Data Services.
By Max Garland • Aug. 15, 2022 -
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White House supply chain data exchange doubles in size
Shippers, carriers and logistics providers have begun exchanging data as part of the Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 12, 2022 -
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With limited fuel alternatives, UPS air cargo emissions continue to rise
Large air carriers have rolled out plans to trim greenhouse gases, but remain far off from meeting their ambitious goals.
By Max Garland • Aug. 11, 2022 -
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Lawmakers seek to ban railroads from raising rates during service emergencies
A bill introduced to address rail service declines would also require carriers to include delivery service standards in contracts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 8, 2022 -
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FMC proposes carrier data collection plan in compliance with OSRA
The initiative would require carriers to provide import and export data, including tonnage and TEUs, on a monthly basis.
By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 5, 2022 -
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Air cargo carrier for UPS expands operations in bid for autonomous flight
Xwing says data collected on piloted flights will allow it to accelerate the certification process for its "Superpilot" aviation software.
By Max Garland • Aug. 5, 2022
