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Deep Dive // ILA-USMX port labor talksA shipper’s guide to East and Gulf Coast port strikes
U.S. West Coast, Canada and Mexico ports are seen as viable alternatives if a threatened strike becomes reality on Oct. 1
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.
The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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TrendlineRetail Supply Chains
Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.
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Low Mississippi River water levels disrupt barge shipping for third consecutive year
The cargo restrictions come as grain harvests begin and agricultural shippers look to offload more commodities from storage.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Uber Freight upgrades its TMS
Updates include simplified dock scheduling features and a streamlined load management experience, the company said.
By David Taube • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksPort of Long Beach ready for potential East Coast strike cargo diversions
Marine terminal operators are willing to extend gate hours if needed, CEO Mario Cordero said in a press conference.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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FedEx unveils 5.9% rate increase, surcharge hikes for 2025
Residential deliveries, two-day air shipments and bulky packages are among those targeted by the Jan. 6 price hikes.
By Max Garland • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife
CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 13, 2024 -
US CBP delays de minimis enforcement change
A plan to automatically reject shipments that breached the $800 threshold was pushed back after trade community feedback.
By Max Garland • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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USPS ending delivery unit discounts for shipping partners
The agency has reached several new agreements with consolidators that align with its long-term transformation plan, despite concerns of service impacts.
By Max Garland • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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MSC, Zim agree to collaborate on transpacific lanes
The shipping lines’ deal to swap slots and share vessels will start in 2025 and last for three years.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Ocean carriers form ‘Premier Alliance’
In an evolution of THE Alliance, Ocean Network Express, Hyundai Merchant Marine and Yang Ming Marine will cooperate on trade lanes starting in 2025.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Lowe’s, Home Depot supplier to open distribution center in Kansas
Construction tools and equipment maker Marshalltown’s $27 million facility investment will feature robotics and automation.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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FMC OKs Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd alliance
The Federal Maritime Commission allowed the Gemini agreement to take effect Monday after initially halting it in July.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024 -
Shippers, forwarders prep for turbulent air cargo market
With e-commerce demand already up 30% year to date, peak season activity is expected to heat up, according to a report from Xeneta.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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US Postal Service’s transportation shakeup: What shippers should know
The agency’s proposal would add an extra day in transit for some volume at post offices far away from its major processing plants.
By Max Garland • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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UPS, FedEx fuel hikes persist
The carriers both made adjustments to surcharges in recent weeks, but a soft demand environment is giving shippers room to negotiate.
By Max Garland • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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FedEx Fulfillment plans expansion with robotics firm investment
The alliance allows FedEx to use Nimble’s fulfillment centers in North America as it looks to attract more e-commerce merchants.
By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksILA rolls out strike mobilization plan
Union President Harold Daggett said there will “most definitely” be a strike if an agreement isn’t reached by Sept. 30.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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US Postal Service peak season rate hikes return after 2023 pause
The price increases are slated to impact the agency’s Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express services.
By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Seko Logistics tosses court case on de minimis program suspension
The company had been embroiled in a battle with U.S. Customs and Border Protection over its Entry Type 86 eligibility.
By Max Garland • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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ABF Freight to increase LTL pricing 5.9%
The increase may vary across specific lanes and shipments, according to the company.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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CMA CGM Air Cargo’s Transpacific service takes flight
The route will be operated by Atlas Air, connecting Hong Kong to Chicago using a B777-200 freighter.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Port of Baltimore creates deputy role to win back shipping business
Former New Orleans port COO Matt Wypyski will serve as deputy executive director for commercial development.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Flexport adds Veho as last-mile delivery option
The parcel carrier partnership adds to Flexport’s efforts to strengthen its fulfillment and shipping services.
By Max Garland • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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USPS package shipping performance faltered in 2023 peak season: report
The agency said “operational changes, severe weather, and unanticipated facility closures” impacted its service.
By Max Garland • Sept. 3, 2024
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