Port employers say local union is slowing operations at Los Angeles, Long Beach terminals

The allegations, which appear to have a limited effect on cargo flow, mark another labor management dispute at the ports.

By Edwin Lopez • April 14, 2023

Los Angeles, Long Beach ports resume normal operations

Port officials say terminals had reopened Friday evening despite a labor-related dispute that limited operations late last week.

By Edwin Lopez • April 10, 2023

Los Angeles, Long Beach port terminals shut down due to labor issues

Several logistics providers are warning customers of missed truck appointments and other disruptions ahead of Easter weekend.

By Edwin Lopez • April 7, 2023

Why Georgia ports are seeing record growth

Shippers are looking to the Southeast to save costs and avoid ongoing labor negotiations on the West Coast.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 4, 2023

MSC updates ‘billable days’ policy in wake of FMC push for surcharge compliance

A customer notification advises that detention and demurrage fees will not be assessed when terminals are closed.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 29, 2023

FMC wants ocean carriers to prove detention, demurrage charges comply with OSRA

Noncompliance will be handled through the agency’s enforcement process, Senior Advisor for Legislative & Public Affairs John DeCrosta told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 28, 2023

Business groups plea for a labor deal at West Coast ports

Dozens of industry associations wrote to President Biden to push for progress in talks that would restore shipping certainty. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 27, 2023

Skechers CFO expects lower 2023 shipping pricing

The footwear brand is also prioritizing inventory management after seeing $90 million in excess warehousing and distribution costs.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 23, 2023

A lunch break dispute at Los Angeles, Long Beach ports shows the risks of long contract talks

The dispute highlights how operating without a contract leaves West Coast ports exposed to local labor disagreements, even if union leadership and port employers have pledged to avoid wide-scale disruption.

By Edwin Lopez • March 22, 2023

Why ocean shipping is less anti-competitive than lawmakers think

The Ocean Shipping Reform Act was pitched as an effort to address collusion and price gouging. In reality, a lack of information is the industry's real bottleneck.

By Jessica Darby and Andrew Balthrop • March 17, 2023

DB Schenker inks deal with MSC to offer net-zero emission ocean shipments

As part of the agreement, shippers can pay a surcharge to use sustainable fuels.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 7, 2023

Port leaders are concerned as new OSRA regulations approach

Some stakeholders fear rules on detention and demurrage could slow the flow of goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 6, 2023

MSC CEO says future deals with Maersk are possible despite 2M’s end

While alliance-type collaborations and some swaps are possible, MSC CEO Søren Toft said there were advantages to operating independently.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 28, 2023

Despite big gains in New York, Los Angeles remained top port in 2022

A two-million TEU gain since the pandemic helped the New York port rise to the No. 2 spot in annual rankings, and even capture the top spot for a few months last year.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 27, 2023

Negotiators say longshore contract talks continue, hopeful of deal soon

A Thursday news release marks the first public update on the talks since an intra-union dispute in Seattle complicated negotiations.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 23, 2023

9 ocean carriers commit to 100% electronic bill of lading by 2030

The transition to eBLs is expected to save stakeholders billions of dollars.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 23, 2023

How the end of Maersk and MSC’s 2M alliance will shake up ocean shipping

Experts say that the split could prompt capacity shifts and lower rates as competition for customers heats up.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 16, 2023

Port of Oakland sets its sights on reclaiming market share

“We anticipate fully that cargo volumes will increase by mid-year as we normalize,” Executive Director Danny Wan predicted.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 15, 2023

How the FMC plans to enforce the Ocean Shipping Reform Act in 2023

Regulators are working their way through more than 200 shipper complaints, even as ocean congestion eases.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 7, 2023

2023 outlook: Is this the year supply chains stabilize?

Freight rates are finally easing, but geopolitical turmoil and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to create headaches for businesses.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2023

Hamburg Süd no more: Maersk to unify brands amid push for end-to-end services

The logistics provider is looking to simplify the customer experience and create more multimodal services.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • Jan. 30, 2023

Supply chains 2022: A year in pictures

Rising inflation, strike threats and slowing demand triggered a wave of business uncertainty following months of growth. Take a look back at 13 memorable moments.

By Edwin Lopez , Kelly Stroh , Sarah Zimmerman , Shaun Lucas • Jan. 10, 2023

Joann’s $200M cost reduction plan relies on falling ocean rates

The craft retailer has endured tens of millions of dollars in excess freight expenses throughout the pandemic.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 4, 2023

Retailers clear inventory, automate in pursuit of supply chain normalcy

Ongoing promotional environments and cargo diversions are just a few of 2022’s most notable supply chain trends.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 29, 2022

FMC examines shipping line compliance on anti-retaliation

The agency is asking some of the largest carriers to provide information on how they're adhering to provisions of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 22, 2022