A second rail union rejects labor deal over paid sick leave

The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen and their employers agreed to avoid service disruptions until December as part of a "status quo" period.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 27, 2022

Railroads reject union’s sick leave demands, fueling strike concerns

Shippers are warily eyeing the negotiations process in case of an economically damaging rail shutdown.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 25, 2022

Amazon Air to add 10 freighters operated by Hawaiian Airlines

The aircraft will be the largest in the online retail giant’s fleet, allowing it to deliver more packages per flight, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2022

Port of LA cargo volumes drop as ongoing labor talks deter some shippers

The port handled 21.5% fewer containers last month compared to September 2021, and the ship backlog has receded.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 20, 2022

California to fund $1.2B in port improvement projects

Most of the money will pay for upgrades at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 19, 2022

Hurricane Ian damage largely spares supply chains

Although some businesses will see delays, the disruption isn't expected to compare to the Texas deep freeze last February.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2022

Railroads should give workers the benefits they seek

It's time to get freight rail back on track with a stable workforce and improved service, writes the National Association of Chemical Distributors.

By Eric R. Byer • Oct. 17, 2022

CMA CGM offers shippers sustainability incentives to speed container flow

The program provides 2.5 tons of carbon credits for each box returned early as major ports threaten fees on long-dwelling cargo.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 13, 2022

Air cargo spot rates keep falling with no sign of a peak season turnaround

As flight capacity continues to be reintroduced, shippers who didn’t bring in cargo early “are likely to find themselves in a stronger buying position,” said an industry expert.

By Max Garland • Oct. 12, 2022

How the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian

Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed food supplies in the storm’s aftermath.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 12, 2022

FMC proposal requires ocean carriers to give shippers more details on demurrage charges

The rule comes after the agency investigated practices into the fees, which are accrued when shippers don’t move cargo fast enough.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2022

Railroads back to bargaining table after large union rejects labor agreement

The National Railway Labor Conference, which is representing railroads in negotiations, said that "failed ratification does not present risk of an immediate service disruption.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 11, 2022

You can make sustainable maritime shipping choices

Companies make sustainable shipping choices that protect blue whales, blue skies.

Oct. 10, 2022

FAA directs $31M in grants to air cargo infrastructure projects

The funding will go to nine airports to improve the flow of goods throughout the U.S., the agency said in a news release.

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2022

Port of New York and New Jersey implements revised container dwell fee

The new fee structure pushes ocean carriers to balance inbound and outbound volumes as the port works to reduce empty containers.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 6, 2022

Carriers work to restore service after Hurricane Ian

The storm ripped through Florida last week and halted delivery and transportation operations. Some areas still have service suspensions in place.

By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2022

Maersk Container Industry appoints new CEO

Søren Leth Johannsen will head the shipping line’s refrigerated container manufacturing subsidiary.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2022

BNSF plans $1.5B inland intermodal hub to ease port congestion

Instead of letting cargo crowd the docks in Los Angeles and Long Beach, the goal is to move goods further inland.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 3, 2022

Ocean carriers up blank sailings to brace for softening October demand

Shipping lines are strategically skipping ports and voyages to control capacity and influence rates after China's Golden Week.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 30, 2022

Ian prompts port, rail closures as it barrels toward the Carolinas

Terminals closed as hurricane-force winds are expected to batter the Southeast coast.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2022

MSC to launch air cargo service

The carrier joins Maersk and CMA CGM in expanding into air freight after pandemic-driven demand spikes.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 28, 2022

Shipper initiative targets zero emission trucking fleets by 2040

Ikea, Unilever and Maersk are among the founding members of a push to phase out the heaviest, most polluting freight vehicles.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2022

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 Carranza • Sept. 21, 2022

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

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