Maritime: Page 6
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Honda aims to streamline container shipping process
The automaker’s motorcycle and power products operations divisions are tapping FourKites and BuyCo for greater transport visibility.
By Kelly Stroh • July 8, 2024 -
Canadian border agents ratify labor deal
The new agreement for the more than 9,000 represented employees runs through June 2026.
By Larry Avila • July 8, 2024 -
Deep Dive
What’s behind the unsettling rise in ocean rates?
A blend of congestion and blank sailings stemming from the Red Sea crisis has created an unpredictable environment for shippers.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 2, 2024 -
Canada rail workers keep window open for strike
The Teamsters union division voted to re-authorize labor action as it awaits a government ruling that would permit it.
By Larry Avila • July 1, 2024 -
Retrieved from Georgia Ports Authority on June 25, 2024
ONE, Port of Savannah launch India ocean service
The weekly route also connects the fast-growing manufacturing hub to ports in Florida and New York.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated July 10, 2024 -
Port of Nevada opens inland intermodal yard
The site provides service to the Port of Oakland on Union Pacific’s network and is expected to improve inland shipping.
By Larry Avila • June 24, 2024 -
Ikea taps HMM service to cut ocean transport emissions
The agreement is expected to reduce about 11,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions from March 2024 to February 2025.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 21, 2024 -
Retrieved from Georgia Ports Authority on June 18, 2024
Hyundai EV campus fuels Georgia ports volume growth
Trade growth from Tier 1 suppliers ahead of the facility's production launch increased the port's May activity.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 20, 2024 -
Canadian border agents to decide on new labor deal by July 4
Starting June 20, union members will vote on a tentative four-year agreement that forestalled a potential strike.
By Larry Avila • June 14, 2024 -
Retrieved from South Carolina Ports Authority/English purcell on June 13, 2024
ILA ‘more likely’ to strike in October as tensions rise
The union representing East and Gulf Coast port workers made the threat Wednesday, while noting wage and automation concerns are behind contract disagreements.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 13, 2024 -
Deep Dive // Baltimore bridge collapse
The Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?
With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.
By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2024 -
Retrieved from The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on June 10, 2024
East and Gulf Coast port labor talks stall over automation concerns
The International Longshoremen's Association canceled a planned meeting with the United States Maritime Alliance, citing a local dispute on automated truck gates.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 11, 2024 -
Border agents reach tentative deal with Canadian government
The union had threatened to strike on Friday if negotiations continued to stall.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024 -
Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline
The union has renewed its threats to take job action if no deal is reached this week.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024 -
Canada border agent strike averted, for now
The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
Shippers, agencies plan for full return of Baltimore-bound cargo
Shipping lines have already resumed some services while federal agencies work with stakeholders to coordinate plans.
By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2024 -
Ocean rates skyrocket, reflecting cautionary market
Shippers are grappling with the ongoing Red Sea conflict and pending East Coast labor contract renewal as demand is poised for growth at U.S. ports.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 29, 2024 -
East Coast port labor talks spark shipper contingency plans
While there has not been a "wholesale shift" in volumes to the West Coast, conversations have started, per a Port of Los Angeles media briefing.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 24, 2024 -
BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report
The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.
By Haley Cawthon • May 23, 2024 -
Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 12% YoY in April
West Coast volume growth is projected to continue in the second half of the year, said Hackett Associates Partner Daniel Hackett.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 22, 2024 -
Retrieved from South Carolina Ports Authority/Marion Bull on May 20, 2024
South Carolina Ports Authority resumes operations after software issue
The port halted activity at marine and inland terminals until Tuesday afternoon as it worked to resolve the disruption.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated May 21, 2024 -
East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon
Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.
By Max Garland • May 16, 2024 -
Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.
By Phil Neuffer • May 16, 2024 -
Baltimore bridge collapse
How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse
C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.
By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024 -
High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season
Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.
By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024