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Fresh Del Monte calls on 'non-traditional ports' to circumvent congestion
An executive with the company's ocean shipping arm, which counts Dole and Chiquita as customers, said the strategy has helped with schedule reliability.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 10, 2022 -
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USDA will pay farmers to ship out of 3 West Coast ports as costs rise
Shifts in ocean carrier service have led to volume drops at ports and profit losses for agriculture shippers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 8, 2022 -
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Transatlantic airfreight capacity improves as passenger airlines ramp up summer flights
A demand rebound for flights between Europe and North America is adding space for cargo shipments.
By Max Garland • June 7, 2022 -
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Monster leans on US sourcing to lower freight costs
The beverage maker had imported more aluminum cans last year to meet demand, but it came at a cost.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 6, 2022 -
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OpinionStronger rail oversight needed as decaying service threatens food security
Old industry weaknesses are causing major problems, particularly for shippers who have no competitive alternative.
By Robb MacKie and John Bode • June 3, 2022 -
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Port of Oakland chassis pit reopens, but supply challenges remain
The chassis pit has reopened as of Tuesday, but TraPac noted availability remains limited.
By Colin Campbell • Updated June 8, 2022 -
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American Eagle’s logistics arm adds Saks Off Fifth, Fanatics as customers
Six months after announcing its Quiet Logistics acquisition, the retailer is on the hunt for more clients.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 2, 2022 -
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TrackerHow an infant formula plant shutdown unraveled into a national crisis
A timeline shows how safety issues at a plant in Sturgis, Michigan led to inventory shortfalls nationwide.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 23, 2022 -
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'Ripple effect': How Shanghai's lockdown is dampening Port of Oakland volumes
Fewer ships called at the Port of Oakland than last year as delays in China led carriers to shift schedules.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 27, 2022 -
US Foods adapts delivery routes to changing order patterns
The company aims to cut wasted miles and remap routes so customers are directed to the most efficient distribution center.
By Max Garland • May 26, 2022 -
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More ports to join Supply Chain Information Highway
The Port of Long Beach wants to expand the visibility platform from "coast-to-coast," and is starting with familiar partners.
By Colin Campbell • May 24, 2022 -
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Expedited drayage, airfreight helps Sovos tackle ocean congestion
The owner of brands such as Rao's pasta sauce is also adding to its domestic manufacturing footprint to wield greater control over its supply chain.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 20, 2022 -
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Deep DiveCarriers, shippers grapple with how to cut emissions in airfreight
The airfreight industry is rolling out environmentally-minded initiatives. Will it be enough for shippers to stick with the emissions-heavy mode?
By Max Garland • May 18, 2022 -
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CMA CGM, Air France-KLM sign exclusive air cargo partnership
The France-based companies will combine their cargo networks, freighter capacity and dedicated services.
By Max Garland • May 18, 2022 -
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FMC proposes 6 changes to automated carrier fees
The FMC seeks public comment on or before June 9 on tariff access fees and co-loading definition.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 17, 2022 -
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CMA CGM encourages US cargo flow with container return incentive
The ocean carrier is offering $300 per container returned early in eligible locations, from Los Angeles to Memphis.
By Alejandra Carranza , Sarah Zimmerman • May 16, 2022 -
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'Trade is holding steady': Los Angeles port has yet to see impact of Shanghai lockdowns
The Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan has helped prioritize Southern California-bound cargo and mitigate disruptions, according to the Port of Los Angeles.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 10, 2022 -
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STB orders 4 railroads to give service updates as congestion disrupts shipper operations
The board will use the railroads' data over the next six months to assess whether further regulation is warranted.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 10, 2022 -
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Shanghai airport sees two-thirds capacity drop following COVID-19 lockdowns
Export volume has shifted to North China, but airports have encountered backlogs "and rates have increased a lot," said Crane Worldwide Logistics.
By Max Garland • May 9, 2022 -
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West Coast port labor talksWest Coast port labor talks are taking place. Here's what's at stake.
Officials from both parties have made it clear they aim to avoid disruption, but the talks will cover some difficult ground.
By Edwin Lopez • May 9, 2022 -
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Ford expedites freight to alleviate supplier disruptions in China
Fast ocean shipping, increased air cargo capacity and collaboration with suppliers are part of the auto company's playbook.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 5, 2022 -
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Shippers push FMC to expand oversight on demurrage, terminal dwell fees
The National Shipper Advisory Committee wants regulators to have more oversight on intermodal cargo and ensure that costs associated with dwell fees aren't passed along to customers.
By Alejandra Carranza , Sarah Zimmerman • May 4, 2022 -
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Railroads say higher volumes, labor constraints present obstacles to better service
Carriers laid out plans to reduce operating inventory and ramp up hiring during an emergency hearing. But executives noted relief is likely months away.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 28, 2022 -
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Shippers press regulators to intervene as rail service challenges mount
At an emergency hearing, shippers warned regulators rail service issues could increase shipping delays and bring new supply shocks.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 27, 2022 -
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Truckload rates expected to plateau in Q2 as demand cools
Spot rates are falling, but contractual pricing power remains with the carriers.
By Max Garland • April 25, 2022
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