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Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2025
As the first half of the year wraps up, here’s a look at the remaining trade shows focused on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated June 30, 2025 -
Ocean spot rates cool in June as demand wanes, experts say
July demand is likely to soften as April's frontloaded cargo arrives at ports, Clint Dvorak, senior director of ocean operations at SEKO, said.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 27, 2025 -
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Spencer Platt/Getty Images via Getty ImagesTrendlineInside the trends affecting logistics management
The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.
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As Los Angeles Port volumes slow, truckers see less business
Global tariffs have led to ripple effects across the supply chain, including fewer ships and containers to haul, per the port's executive director, Gene Seroka.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 16, 2025 -
Import surge expected amid tariff reprieve: NRF port tracker
The U.S.-China tariff reduction is spurring retailers to get cargo moving again, although demand will be muted versus last year, a report projects.
By Kelly Stroh • June 11, 2025 -
China tariff reduction drives uptick in Asia-to-US bookings
Shippers are pushing to import goods before the 90-day reprieve expires, Port of Los Angeles leader Gene Seroka said.
By Kelly Stroh • May 20, 2025 -
Ocean rates flat on Asia-to-US trade lanes
A decrease in volumes has contributed to an uptick in blank sailings, per Xeneta Chief Analyst Peter Sand.
By Kelly Stroh • May 7, 2025 -
Industry leaders react to fees on China-linked vessels
Several supply chain stakeholders expressed concerns that the changes will hike shipping costs and consumer prices.
By Antone Gonsalves • April 22, 2025 -
US proceeds with China-linked ship fees
Trade groups fear the plan will raise ocean rates and disrupt supply chains, but U.S. officials argue the fees are essential to incentivizing domestic shipbuilding.
By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2025 -
Ocean rates see uptick amid tariff turmoil
Trade uncertainty is prompting a drop in ocean cargo bookings out of China, Freightos said.
By Kelly Stroh • April 17, 2025 -
Brands temporarily halt ocean shipments from China
Escalating tariffs between the U.S. and China are slowing global trade, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.
By Kelly Stroh • April 15, 2025 -
Trump signs executive order to boost US’ role in ocean shipping
A Maritime Action Plan will target port infrastructure, mariner workforce training and U.S. shipbuilding, per an executive order published Wednesday.
By Kelly Stroh • April 14, 2025 -
4 best practices for logistics managers in 2025
Freight visibility and route optimization are critical to moving cargo in a demanding marketplace, experts say.
By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2025 -
Tariff-driven frontloading boosts Los Angeles port volumes
The port may see a 10% drop in volume in the back half of 2025, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.
By Kelly Stroh • March 27, 2025 -
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FMC advisory group reviews drayage experience at seaports
National Shipper Advisory Committee is looking to identify key issues truckers face at the Northwest Seaport Alliance.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 25, 2025 -
FMC to probe 7 ocean chokepoints to improve shipping conditions
The Federal Maritime Commission may bar container ships registered in countries it says are contributing to congestion and delays from entering U.S. ports.
By Kelly Stroh • March 19, 2025 -
Retailers to continue frontloading amid tariff tumult: forecast
A sustained cargo surge at U.S. ports will continue as Trump administration policy uncertainty continues, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates' Global Port Tracker.
By Philip Neuffer • March 10, 2025 -
CMA CGM to invest $20B in US operations
The company will use the money to expand its U.S. flag fleet and logistics capacity at a time when President Donald Trump is pushing for maritime expansion.
By Kelly Stroh • March 10, 2025 -
Jamieson Greer confirmed as USTR
Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 27, 2025 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
ILA, USMX sign 6-year labor contract
Approval of the contract ends months of uncertainty surrounding East and Gulf Coast ports and fears of a possible second strike.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated March 13, 2025 -
ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services
Through their Boxlinks joint venture, both companies intend to leverage existing partnerships with Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and BNSF.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 12, 2025 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
ILA to vote on contract Feb. 25
The International Longshoremen’s Association’s wage scale committee unanimously approved the proposed agreement ahead of the ratification vote.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 12, 2025 -
HMM, ONE, Yang Ming alliance now effective, FMC says
The agreement connecting the carriers’ mainline services across major trades lanes to Asia took effect Sunday, the agency said.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 11, 2025 -
Trump’s tariff orders feature key clause for logistics managers
Goods in transit from China will not be subject to tariffs if shippers can certify they were sent prior to Feb. 1.
By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 4, 2025 -
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Whole Foods unveils new code of conduct for seafood supply chain
The policy strengthens labor protections and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.
By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 4, 2025 -
Ocean rates drop as January demand cools
A rebound could manifest due to tariff concerns and continued trepidation about shipping through the Red Sea.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Jan. 28, 2025