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Supply Chains 2024: A year in pictures
The industry saw significant upheaval, with a major container vessel crash, natural disasters and port and rail shutdowns. Here are some memorable moments.
By Kelly Stroh , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 20, 2024 -
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Ocean carriers plan Panama Canal surcharges
MSC and CMA CGM will implement fees for cargo traveling through the major waterway on certain trade lanes to offset increased costs.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 19, 2024 -
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Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.
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Will the ILA strike in January? Experts weigh in.
Industry observers have differing views on the likelihood of a strike, which would add to the logistics hurdles shippers are already facing.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 18, 2024 -
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How FLOW impacted supply chains in 2024
The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program now has 85 members, including Best Buy, True Value, BNSF and CMA CGM.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 17, 2024 -
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Trump backs ILA on automation concerns
The president-elect spoke out against the technology after meeting with International Longshoremen’s Association President Harold Daggett.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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FMC halts HMM, ONE, Yang Ming alliance
The Federal Maritime Commission is seeking more details on the proposed Premier Alliance for a complete analysis of any competitive impacts.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 11, 2024 -
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Ports prioritize cargo handling equipment with EPA funding
The federal agency will dole out $3 billion to support emissions reduction goals at 55 ports.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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How shippers can navigate West Coast rail congestion
Spiking port volumes have increased dwell times, causing some companies to consider alternative transport options.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX’s automation divide halts negotiations again
The parties have been unable to come to an agreement on automation used at the ports as a Jan. 15 deadline approaches.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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ONE adds Jaxport to Asia-East Coast service
The weekly route will connect Jacksonville, Florida, with five ports in Asia, shipping retail products, electronics, food and beverages.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Canada’s western ports are on lockdown: What to know
Experts said shipments can be easily diverted to U.S. West Coast ports in the short term, but a lengthier stoppage could be costly.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated Nov. 11, 2024 -
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CSX debuts double-stack rail service at the Port of Baltimore
The rail operator opened a northern route while it expects to complete the long-awaited expansion of a 1.7-mile tunnel by the end of next year.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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Owners of ship that slammed into Key Bridge settle with DOJ for $102M
The department will use the funds to pay agencies for responding to and cleaning up after the March 26 collapse.
By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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ILA, USMX to resume contract talks next month
The parties may be waiting for the U.S. presidential election to pass before returning to the bargaining table, an expert said.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Ocean spot rates tumble from pre-ILA strike surge
While lower demand may be driving the decline, shippers still have potential carrier surcharges to factor in.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?
While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know
As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 10, 2024 -
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ILA’s outstanding issues center on automation, experts say
Jurisdiction, healthcare and container royalty are also pending further negotiations, the union’s President Harold Daggett said in a Friday letter.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Port of New York and New Jersey reopen following ILA strike
The port resumed discharging cargo Friday night, with two terminals opening during the weekend for trucking activity.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 7, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX deal praised by Biden, industry leaders
The two sides agreed to a three-month extension of the current master contract, reopening ports and allowing cargo flow to resume.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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ILA port strike ends through tentative deal
The agreement, which extends the parties’ master contract, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 3, 2024 -
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ILA strike, Hurricane Helene threaten food supply chain
Industry experts warn the strike could uproot long-term stability for commodity markets.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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ILA strike: Biden declines to intervene, but pressures USMX
Administration officials also warned ocean carriers against imposing strike surcharges on shippers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Biden, industry leaders react to port strike
The president and trade associations called for a swift resolution to avoid the work stoppage’s impact on supply chains and economic flows.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Did the ILA strike fully shut down East and Gulf Coast ports? We asked.
At least 12 ports were significantly affected on Tuesday, but not all terminals are at a standstill.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2024
