🌊🚢 Heads up, global shipping community! Severe weather is disrupting routes around Africa, with 30-foot waves and intense winds causing containerships to seek shelter around the Cape of Good Hope. 🌪️ A recent cyclone and an upcoming hurricane in South Africa are impacting over 600 ships, affecting global cargo movement. Stay informed and safe!
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.
Reducing Ocean Freight Costs
Ocean carriers that move freight internationally have different ways of calculating costs. It is crucial to note that cargo has base rates that depend on the shipment type.
Container Rates Still Rising
Different global factors have contributed to the rise in container rates, including the scarcity of available space. Along with the Panama Canal drought and the US-China trade war, the Red Sea crisis significantly adds to the surge.
Importing Olive Oil To The U.S.
There are numerous things shippers should know before bringing olive oil into the U.S. It is essential to understand the various regulations for importation.
Importing Cars from Japan
Understanding the regulations for bringing Japanese cars into the U.S. is essential. For example, almost all 1997 or newer Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) cars are illegal to import into the U.S.
Shipping Boats Internationally
Shipments like yachts are valuable investments, and a misinformed decision can lead to significant losses.
The Ongoing Red Sea Attacks
The Red Sea is one of the most significant waterways in international trade. It connects to the Suez Canal, one of the most crucial artificial passages for shipping.
Cargo Surge In U.S. Ports
Different situations internationally are causing many to expect a cargo surge in U.S. ports in the coming weeks.
Shipping In The Mississippi River
Shipping in the Mississippi River is vital to the U.S. economy, bringing in over $405 billion annually.