Shipping and logistics is arguably one of the most detail-oriented industries in the world. The amount of rules, regulations, and … Read More
What CMA CGM’s Acquisition of NOL Means for the Future of the Ocean Shipping Industry
The shipping industry recently experienced a considerable shakeup. France’s CMA CGM acquired Singapore’s Neptune Orient Lines Ltd. for $2.4 billion … Read More
Why Air Freight Rates from China are Rising
Christmas will be here in less than a month. Hard to believe, isn’t it? With the holiday season just around … Read More
The International Shipper’s Guide to Unexpected Fees and Minimizing Risk
If you’ve ever tried to stick to a budget, whether for your business or your personal life, you understand how … Read More
U.S. Trade with China: Import Unbalanced or Mutually Dependent?
It’s not easy to characterize the relationship between the United States and China in such a short space. In fact, entire … Read More
Chassis Woes Characterize Yet Another Busy Shipping Season
With the arrival of the busy season in shipping comes a familiar set of changes: an increased volume of goods, … Read More
Research into Automated Ships Moving “Full Steam Ahead”
Automation – these days, it’s the name of the game in business. Ever since ATMs first started replacing bank tellers, … Read More
Shippers are “Going Green” to Save the Planet and their Profits
When we think about cargo emissions and “going green,” transportation is one of the first industries we blame. Environmental advocates … Read More
JOC’s Top 40 Carrier Ranking Shows Growth, Strong Competition
Last week, the online Journal of Commerce (JOC) released its annual assessment of the top 40 container carriers using U.S. … Read More