Congestion in the Panama Canal

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 23, 2023 | Supply Chain, Freight Forwarding, Shipping Logistics

Weeks of drought have resulted in congestion in the Panama Canal for carriers passing through. Many consider this backlog the “world’s worst traffic jam,” with over 125 ships currently waiting outside. The numbers reportedly reached a height of 200+ in the last...

Shipping Oversized Cargo Internationally

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 17, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Compared with standard freight, shipping oversized cargo internationally requires more planning around equipment, ports, loading, inland transportation and customs clearance. Construction, manufacturing, mining and agricultural businesses regularly move large...

Seaports of the Future

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 10, 2023 | Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

Technological advancements over the past few decades have opened up the possibilities for seaports of the future. Seaports have been necessary for moving freight locally and internationally for thousands of years. The first recorded harbor was the Wadi al-Jarf,...

California Ports Receiving $1.2 billion

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 3, 2023 | Supply Chain, Customs Broker, Shipping Logistics

Last year, The California government had a report regarding California ports receiving $1.2 billion in federal grants. California Governor Gavin Newsom officially announced the grants on July 6, 2023. Capital will be put aside for multiple projects in Los...

How to Import Construction Materials

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jul 28, 2023 | Importing, Shipping Logistics, Transportation

A confusing process for many beginner shippers is understanding how to import construction materials into the U.S. Examples of these materials include steel, lumber, cement and concrete products, tile, stone, and other materials used in construction. A 2023 estimate...