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

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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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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

ILA 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

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

Port of Oakland, Northwest Seaport Alliance join FLOW

With the new ports in tow, the federal supply chain data initiative now reaches all top container gateways on the West Coast.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 3, 2024

Port of Portland shares plan to keep container terminal open

One of the initiatives aims at doubling container volumes over the next five to seven years in an attempt to keep Terminal 6 operational.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 29, 2024

Port of Seattle confronts cyberattack outages

The most significant impacts are occurring at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

By Matt Kapko • Aug. 27, 2024

Shippers pull cargo forward as risks cloud ocean transport

The Port of Los Angeles experienced an early spike in imports for products such as toys, electronics and clothing in July, Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 22, 2024

What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024

Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 20, 2024

Port of Oakland awarded $3M to enhance data collection

The funds will support two separate projects meant to improve the port’s ability to distribute information to carriers, shippers and trucking companies.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 19, 2024

Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage

The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2024

Sustainable shipping choices for protecting blue whales and blue skies

Help reduce maritime shipping’s impact on endangered whales, air pollution and ocean noise.

Aug. 12, 2024

USTR to reveal tariff hike decision ‘in coming days’

The federal agency did not meet a previous deadline set for the end of August.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Sept. 3, 2024

FMC finalizes rule on ‘unreasonable’ ocean carrier cargo space refusals

The agency shared its guidance on what it sees as a violation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act when it comes to vessel space accommodation.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 30, 2024

Ocean shippers need contingency plans now, experts say

Diversifying port usage and improving visibility are among the tactics supply chains should deploy.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 29, 2024

DOT Secretary Buttigieg highlights federal aid’s impact on supply chains

“Our supply chains are stronger, are more resilient, than they were three-and-a-half years ago,” he said during a keynote address Wednesday.

By David Taube • July 24, 2024

HMM, ONE to launch Asia-Mexico ocean shipping connection

The port rotation will start in China and make a stop in South Korea before heading to Latin America.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 24, 2024

CMA CGM to integrate AI in its shipping operations

The ocean carrier will deploy Google technology to help optimize vessel routes, container handling and inventory management.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 23, 2024

Port of Long Beach nets giant spike in June cargo volumes

The 842,446 TEUs the port processed last month surpassed the previous June record set in 2022.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 22, 2024

USMX says there is ‘forward movement’ to resolving ILA issues

Talks had stalled in June after a local dispute arose over the use of automated gates.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 19, 2024

Port of Los Angeles to upgrade Port Optimizer after California grant

The nearly $8 million in funds will be used to improve container visibility, truck appointment integrations, emissions reporting and more.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 18, 2024

Port of Long Beach awarded nearly $8M to improve visibility platform

The Supply Chain Information Highway’s next phase of development will include additional rail cargo and export visibility, among other features.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 16, 2024

Ports of Indiana to build sea container terminal

The terminal is slated to begin operations as early as 2026, serving industries such as manufacturing, agriculture and consumer goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 15, 2024

FMC halts Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd agreement

The Gemini Cooperation was set to go into effect on July 15, but the agency determined the agreement lacks details on its potential competitive impacts.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2024