Customs expands expedited unloading program

The pilot program could reward long-term relationships with logistics providers.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 29, 2016

AAR president challenges proposals for STB re-regulation

As the Surface Transportation Board seeks to update its methodologies to better spot unfair practices, rail carriers protest change. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 28, 2016

Expansion-hungry Maersk sets sights on Hanjin assets

Meanwhile, a U.S. judge says Hanjin's restructuring plan is moving too quickly. 

By Deborah Barrington • Sept. 26, 2016

Capital influx for Hanjin helps clear cargo

Cargo is beginning to be discharged at ports, but a new problem in the form of empty containers and storage fees arose last week.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 23, 2016

Oakland port adopts night hours after trial shows smooth flow, lack of congestion

The global economy never closes. It looks like the ports are beginning to make that realization as well. 

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 22, 2016

In wake of Hanjin, shipping lines prep for consolidation

Maersk and CMA are among the shippers indicating acquisitions as part of an overall growth strategy. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 22, 2016

Hapag-Lloyd bets on reefer transport for growth

The shipping line ordered 5,750 new refrigerated containers and five new refrigerated vessels to begin sailing by the end of this year.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 21, 2016

New CA emission limits force business leaders into action

The Port of Los Angeles failed to meet emission reduction goals in July, prompting the installment of a special task force to ensure compliance.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 20, 2016

South Korea seeks to downsize Hanjin for cash

Stakeholders are looking to restructure Hanjin into a regional carrier and pay to release stranded cargo with cash as soon as possible.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 20, 2016

FedEx ups rates by 3.9%, modifies fuel surcharge formula

The company's fuel surcharge will now change on a weekly basis to better adjust to shifts in spot prices for kerosene and diesel.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 20, 2016

Why the Hanjin problem is a win for shippers

Shippers need to realize that when the dust settles rates may be higher and capacity more aligned with demand.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 20, 2016

Shipper's struggle to stay afloat shows execs must assess risks now

Rickmers Maritime hopes to restructure debt and avoid liquidation as stakeholders tighten oversight following Hanjin's downfall.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 19, 2016

Port of Savannah takes ambitious step in going after Midwest cargo trains

The Georgia Ports Authority is investing $128 million to serve markets as far as Chicago and dominate inbound shipping.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 17, 2016

Fast & Furious: Truckers push back on regulations

Drivers' associations are intensifying their battle against federal safety rules requiring speed limiters and electronic logging devices.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 15, 2016

Hanjin liquidation likely as South Korea dismisses bailout

The South Korean President accused the company of complacency while Hanjin pledged to resolve the shipping crisis.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 14, 2016

Slowed maritime trade forces shippers into more alliances, port deals

Decreased maritime freight volumes are placing a premium on contracts to secure long-term service.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 13, 2016

Houston explores electric 'Freight Shuttle System' to reduce congestion

The system also aims to save money, improve delivery times and reduce emissions. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 13, 2016

Report: No impact on cargo ship imports despite Hanjin demise

U.S. cargo ships are actually strong this month in light of the bankruptcy.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 13, 2016

Hanjin vessels begin unloading following bankruptcy rulings

Various rulings from courts in the U.S. and Korea provided Hanjin the solvency and protection to begin unloading stranded goods.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 11, 2016

BNSF counters freight market slump with new services

The railway is marketing its "underutilized capacity" to agricultural exporters in need of quick transport during the fall harvest.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 8, 2016

Customs provides hint of clarity as US awaits Hanjin bankruptcy decision

Confusion abounds over the legal processes required to import goods stranded, diverted or in transit on Hanjin ships.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 8, 2016

Zika inspections will only apply to FL exports

China agreed to regionalize its requirement after review of data provided by the Center for Disease Control.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 8, 2016

Rival shippers seek to fill capacity gap left by Hanjin

Maersk and MSC announced new Transpacific routes to help exporters ship goods post-Hanjin.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 7, 2016

US bankruptcy court prevents Hanjin ship arrests

The goods aboard the ships may still not be released, however.

By Edwin Lopez , Geri Spieler • Sept. 7, 2016

Hanjin moves to save seized ships

South Korea will raise $90 million and file legal action in 10 countries to provide help to the beleaguered company.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 6, 2016