This summer has not been a very happy time for US shippers. They’ve had to contend with persistently high trucking … Read More
Paying for Fast Shipping has Been Associated with Fraud
Fast shipping service was once considered to be nothing more than an expensive convenience for shippers and a source of … Read More
U.S. Shippers’ Top Challenges for 2018
This is the year in which the recovery of the shipping industry should be kicking in. However, there are still … Read More
FMC Grants Public Hearing on Detention-Demurrage Fees
The controversy surrounding detention-demurrage fees has led to the granting of a public hearing. This was in response to a … Read More
What to Expect from Peak Season this Year
It is anticipated that the trans-pacific spot rates will continue to rise, in the short term at least. That is … Read More
Full Steam Ahead: Container Shipping Projects a $1.5B Profit in 2017
Container shipping is trending to close the year with operating profits of $1.5 Billion. Drewry Shipping Consultants has concluded that … Read More
The New Presidential Orders on Executive Trade and How They Affect Shippers
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders on trade which could have important implications for the shipping industry. … Read More
April Frenzy: Alliance Changes and Rate Increases
The scope of the existing and anticipated vessel sharing agreements is coming into full view. One of the key consequences … Read More
Trans-Pacific Freight Rates Take a Tumble
The seasonal downtrends for spot rates on the Eastbound Trans-Pacific lines have continued unabated. There are still no major developments … Read More