Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain

Incoming Container Fee Disputes

The FMC is expecting a surge in container disputes due to the rerouting of shipments to other ports. Shippers that rely on the Port of Baltimore will soon have to pay extra to have their imports enter through different ports.

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grain exports, Shipping Logistics, Transportation

Shipping In The Mississippi River

Shipping in the Mississippi River is vital to the U.S. economy, bringing in over $405 billion annually.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

U.S. Short Sea Shipping

Short-sea shipping in the Great Lakes region can have significant advantages with the volume of freight that passes through.

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Supply Chain, Transportation, West Coast Protests

ILWU and PMA Reach Deal as Disruptions Calm

Disruptions in numerous West Coast ports across the U.S. may soon subside with a deal reached between both parties. ILWU workers and the PMA (Pacific Maritime Association) have negotiated a new contract for the past 13 months.

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Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

What Are Cross-docking and Trans-loading Services?

Two solutions that have grown into essential pieces of the supply chain puzzle are cross-docking and trans-loading. Both of these services help streamline supply chains and reduce costs; however, they differ in how they accomplish this. Here you will learn which one is best for your shipping goals.

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