With unresolved talks between the International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), a potential strike on October 1st is looming. If no agreement is reached, East and Gulf Coast ports could shut down, disrupting international trade and impacting the U.S. economy.
Sustainability In Warehousing
The logistics industry is embracing sustainability in warehousing as e-commerce grows. With warehouses now responsible for nearly 11% of logistics-related greenhouse gas emissions, the push for greener, more efficient practices is crucial.
ILA Workers Going On Strike
Union contracts for East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are about to expire, with a potential strike on the horizon. On September 30th, the current agreement between the ILA and USMX ends and the ILA is ready to strike on October 1st.
Containers Are Lost At Sea
Severe weather is disrupting shipping routes around Africa, forcing containerships to halt their journeys around the Cape of Good Hope. With waves over 30 feet high and powerful winds, vessels are seeking shelter from the cyclone’s wrath. Since over 600 ships navigate these treacherous waters, the impact on global cargo movement is set to increase. Continue reading to stay informed on how this could affect international trade.
Explosion At Ningbo Port
On August 9th, a vessel carrying hazardous materials exploded at the Beilun Phase III Terminal in Ningbo port, halting traffic at one of China’s busiest shipping hubs. As the world’s second-largest container port, Ningbo handles over 100,000 TEUs annually, making this incident potentially disruptive to global shipping.
What Are Reverse Logistics?
🌍📦 When shipping cargo internationally, understanding reverse logistics is essential! Reverse logistics involves the process of returning products from end customers back to the manufacturer or seller. It’s a crucial aspect of the supply chain, especially in today’s world of e-commerce and omnichannel retailing. Want to dive deeper into how reverse logistics can benefit your business? Click the link in our bio to read the full article!
China limita exportaciones de grafito
🚨 ¡Atención! 🚨 Las nuevas restricciones del Departamento de Comercio de EE.UU. están afectando el mercado global del grafito, vital para lápices, baterías de vehículos eléctricos y más. China, el mayor productor mundial, ha impuesto medidas más estrictas para la exportación de grafito desde el 1 de diciembre de 2023. Esto es una respuesta a las restricciones estadounidenses sobre chips de computadora específicos. ¿Qué significa esto para la industria y para ti? Descubre todos los detalles y cómo podría impactarte en el link de nuestra bio. ¡No te lo pierdas! 🔗📉 #Grafito #EconomíaGlobal #ImpactoEconómico
Cold Chain Shipping Logistics
There can be various challenges and things that shippers should be aware of when starting a cold chain. This is due to the numerous components involved in the process.
Importing Avocados into the U.S.
Before bringing avocados into the U.S., a shipper must understand that they must follow various rules and regulations.
Envío de artículos perecederos por aire
Te compartimos los detalles esenciales para comenzar el envío de artículos perecederos por aire con A1 Worldwide Logistics.