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Retrieved from OOCL on February 27, 2024
Ocean Alliance extended for 5 additional years
The operational agreement between CMA CGM, COSCO, OOCL and Evergreen has been extended until 2032.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 27, 2024 -
FMC releases final rule on detention and demurrage
The billing practices from the agency establish which parties can receive an invoice and sets a timeframe for issued invoices and disputes.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 23, 2024 -
Flexport relaunches Convoy’s load board
Users began logging back into the platform shortly after the app reactivated, EVP and Head of Trucking Bill Driegert said.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 23, 2024 -
Ryder System sets sights on growing cross-border business
A new warehouse in Laredo, Texas, and an expanded drayage yard in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, give the carrier additional capacity to handle more freight.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 21, 2024 -
Under Armour inventory ticks closer to normal as freight, supply costs fall
The sportswear brand — finally — posted a decline in stock levels while executives said it has worked with vendors to lower product costs.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 20, 2024 -
Retrieved from Ocean Network Express on February 15, 2024
ONE, Wan Hai Lines launch revamped Asia-US West Coast service
The AP1 service is set to start in late spring as import volumes on the popular trade route continue to grow.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 16, 2024 -
Cargo diversions to West Coast have started, LA port director confirms
Lunar New Year and a strong U.S. economy also contributed to a rise in cargo volumes in January, Gene Seroka said.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 16, 2024 -
CPKC, Bison Transport ink intermodal services agreement
The deal is among several partnerships between segment players to capitalize on growing cross-border shipping traffic.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 15, 2024 -
Retail and apparel groups call for secure travel on the Red Sea
The trade organizations cited rising rates, delays and at least $80 billion in cargo that has been diverted around the region amid attacks.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 14, 2024 -
Primark expands US footprint with Florida distribution center
The fashion retailer is importing cargo through the Jacksonville Port Authority.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 13, 2024 -
ArcBest debuts line of automated forklifts, reach trucks
The company has piloted the remotely operated equipment in customers' distribution centers and manufacturing facilities, CEO Judy McReynolds said in an interview.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 13, 2024 -
Georgia Ports see container volumes dip, autos rise in December
Savannah’s port processed 422,287 total TEUs while the Port of Brunswick had a record year for auto units.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 12, 2024 -
FMC urged to evaluate surcharges amid Red Sea crisis
During a hearing last week, shipper groups also asked the federal agency to consider taking action before congestion and potential equipment challenges unfold.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 9, 2024 -
Port of New York and New Jersey cargo volumes rise 3% YoY in December
The East Coast ports processed 633,925 total TEUs and were the second-busiest in the nation for loaded containers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 9, 2024 -
Red Sea disruptions may drive port congestion, inflation
Risks to the U.S. economy grow as the crisis prolongs, experts told a House committee.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 2, 2024 -
Retrieved from Port Houston on September 20, 2023
Port Houston cargo volumes rise 11% YoY in December
The port processed its highest December on record for loaded exports.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 2, 2024 -
Port of Virginia cargo volumes dip 2% in December
Containers have now declined for nearly a year at the port, though volumes remain significantly higher than 2019.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 1, 2024 -
Railroads target safety, service improvements to lure shippers in 2024
Boosting network efficiency is a key step in convincing shippers to shift their freight to intermodal, rail executives said.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2024 -
Retrieved from South Carolina Ports Authority/Marion Bull on September 29, 2023
South Carolina Ports Authority cargo volumes dip 4% in December YoY
While YoY volumes are down, containers moved inland by rail are back up to pre-pandemic levels, according to a release from the port.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 31, 2024 -
UPS considers sale of Coyote Logistics truckload brokerage
“Perhaps the business is worth more to someone else,” CEO Carol Tomé said on a Q4 earnings call.
By David Taube • Jan. 31, 2024 -
Retrieved from Northwest Seaport Alliance on September 20, 2023
Auto volumes surge at Northwest Seaport Alliance during 2023
The ports of Seattle and Tacoma also handled more international containers in December.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 30, 2024 -
The critical need for dangerous goods compliance
Education, resources and regulatory support can help shippers avoid fines and other penalties.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 29, 2024 -
Port of Oakland cargo volumes rise 8% YoY in December
The port benefited from increased vessel traffic to the U.S. West Coast as carriers reroute from the Panama Canal.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 26, 2024 -
Port of Long Beach cargo volumes rise 30% YoY in December
The strong end to the year comes as the port is “laying the tracks” to prepare for increased rail demand from shippers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 25, 2024 -
West Coast ports snag market share from rivals, Los Angeles port chief says
More normal cargo volume levels are expected for 2024, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 24, 2024