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Extreme weather is 2024’s top supply chain risk: Everstream
Wildfires, rains and droughts could cause shipping delays, while agricultural commodities might face shortages from weather and other factors, the analytics firm said.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2024 -
Port of New York and New Jersey cargo volumes fell 11% YoY in November
The East Coast port processed 644,439 total TEUs for the month, down 13% compared to October.
By Alejandra Salgado • Jan. 11, 2024 -
Trendline
Peak season management
The 2023 peak shipping season is shaping up to be radically different for each company.
By Supply Chain Dive staff -
Holiday demand boosts December air cargo rates
Despite the busier month, Xeneta’s Clive Data Services 2024 outlook remains unchanged with an anticipated 1% to 2% increase in demand.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 11, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Shortages 2024: What supplies are still at risk after years of disruption?
Excess inventory may be in focus, but climate change, geopolitics and structural supply chain challenges continue to threaten some goods.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 10, 2024 -
Red Sea attacks: Ocean shipping rates jump more than 50% in key lanes
Rates from Asia to the U.S. East Coast reached $3,900 per FEU in the past week, with additional surcharges to start this month, according to Freightos.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 5, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Suez Canal at risk: What shippers should know to mitigate disruption
Using alternative routes like the Cape of Good Hope can mean longer transit times and higher freight costs. Here’s what shipping experts had to say.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 22, 2023 -
Port of Oakland cargo volumes fell 10% YoY in November
Despite the decline, loaded import containers processed at the port rose 4% to 71,258 TEUs.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 22, 2023 -
FedEx redesigns air network to boost speed, profits
The company’s “Tricolor” initiative aims to serve e-commerce growth and shifting volume mix.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 22, 2023 -
Shippers consider alternatives after rail border closures
Bridge closures at Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas, are leading to longer wait times. Brokers shared some of their tips for mitigating disruption.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Port of Long Beach cargo volumes rise 24% YoY in November
The port is recapturing market share as online sales rise and retailers stock up for the holidays, according to its CEO.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 19% YoY in November
“Our year-end growth reflects the strength of the U.S. economy powered by the American consumer,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 19, 2023 -
Rail border crossings reopen at Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection had shut down the vital trade gateways in the wake of surging immigration activity.
By Larry Avila • Updated Dec. 22, 2023 -
Shipping lines avoid Suez Canal as Red Sea attacks continue
Carriers' move to reroute or pause vessel transits could add time and monetary costs for shippers.
By Alejandra Salgado , Edwin Lopez • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Mexico’s nearshoring wave is years in the making
Decades of investments in logistics infrastructure, trade deals and becoming a manufacturing hub are paying off as shippers look to nearshore production.
By Alejandra Salgado , Edwin Lopez • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Forward Air plans general rate increase of 5.9%
The new rate will be tendered on shipments beginning Feb. 5, the carrier announced last week.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Nestlé strikes deal with ocean carriers to reduce freight emissions
The food and beverage maker will ship its products on Maersk, CMA CGM or Hapag-Lloyd vessels powered by fuels made from waste.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Deep Dive
6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting
Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.
By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Q&A
10 minutes with DOT’s multimodal office head
Deputy Assistant Secretary Allison Dane Camden discussed her background, her new office's staffing and the Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative's progress in an interview.
By Colin Campbell • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Logistics companies race to adapt to shifting supply chains
Carriers in ocean, air cargo, rail and trucking are launching new services and tweaking their networks amid evolving global trade flows.
By Max Garland , Alejandra Salgado , Kelly Stroh , Larry Avila • Dec. 11, 2023 -
MSC Air Cargo expands service with third 777 freighter
The new aircraft will support its existing flights and add a new route between Hong Kong and Texas.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2023 -
CN to buy Iowa Northern Railway as US biofuels market booms
The railroad is handling increased grain volumes as more shippers choose to send their products to Midwest processing facilities.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 8, 2023 -
Ocean CEOs vow to decarbonize maritime shipping
Leaders from Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd and other shipping lines called for an end date to building vessels powered only by fossil fuels.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 7, 2023 -
Port Houston cargo volumes dip 2% in October
Despite the year-over-year decrease, the port reported its busiest month ever for loaded exports.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 6, 2023 -
Port Everglades’ October cargo volumes dip 6% year-over-year
The port saw an 8% month-over-month increase.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 6, 2023 -
Port of New York and New Jersey cargo volumes drop 6% in October
The year-over-year decrease shows a continuous drop in volumes in the past twelve months.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 5, 2023