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15 Oct 2023
0 Comments By MV Containers, Cyber Security, General, Supply Chain

China’s Global Shipping Network: A Tool for Surveillance and Control

Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts. Introduction: Maritime trade, which accounts for ninety percent of global trade, plays a pivotal role in connecting markets worldwide. However, its vulnerability to disruptions, whether due to pandemics, port congestion, or shipping incidents, underscores the need for safeguarding this critical sector. Unlike traditional naval embargoes, modern warfare […]

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13 Oct 2023
0 Comments By MV Containers, Economic Outlook, General, Rates

Exporters face challenges in container shipping market, despite improvements

Freight rates are higher and scheduling complications are worse than pre-COVID ‘normal’. Container rates for U.S. imports have normalized. Rates for America’s exports have not. Both spot and contract rates for U.S. exports are still up double digits from pre-COVID levels. And rates are not the biggest cost issue exporters face, according to Peter Friedmann, […]

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13 Sep 2023
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Containers Lost at Sea

The World Shipping Council (WSC) has released its annual report on containers lost at sea, revealing positive developments in container safety within the international liner shipping industry. The report covers the year 2022, showing that 661 containers were lost overboard during the year. “The reduction in containers lost at sea in 2022 is positive news, […]

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14 Jul 2023
0 Comments By MV Containers, Economic Outlook, Events, General, Logistics, Long Beach Port, Supply Chain

POLB Trade Slows Down and Midyear Container Shipping Report Released

Trade activity at the Port of Long Beach (POLB) experienced a cooling trend in June as retailers worked to clear their warehouses. Last month, dockworkers and terminal operators handled a total of 597,076 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), marking a significant 28.5% decline compared to the same period in the record-setting June of 2022. Notably, imports […]

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16 Jun 2023
0 Comments By MV Air, Air Cargo, America Trade Lane, Congestion, Containers, Economic Outlook, General, Long Beach Port, News, Ocean Freight Services, Supply Chain

Rebounding US Warehouse Demand Could Benefit from Resolution of West Coast Port Dispute

A potential strike that could have had adverse effects on the demand for industrial warehouses in North America’s thriving commercial property sector seems to have been avoided with a tentative agreement between union dockworkers and West Coast port operators. Late Wednesday, the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union announced that they […]

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14 Jun 2023
0 Comments By MV Air, Air Cargo, America Trade Lane, Congestion, Containers, Economic Outlook, Europe, European Trade Lane, General, Logistics, Middle East Trade Lane, News, Ocean Freight Services, Port Congestion, Rates, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Disruption

Impact of Panama Canal Load Restrictions and US Stevedore Strikes on the Global Shipping Sector

As the bustling summer season kicks off, labor disputes have disrupted the flow of shipping in the United States. Members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union have staged protests, resulting in congestion and delays at U.S. West Coast ports, as reported by CNBC. The average wait times for container vessels attempting to enter Los […]

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09 Jun 2023
0 Comments By MV Containers, Labor Negotiations, Long Beach Port, Supply Chain Disruption

West Coast Port Labor Negotiations Update – PMA Press Release June 9, 2023

After a series of coordinated and disruptive work actions led by the ILWU at the West Coast’s largest ports between June 2 and June 7, operations have generally improved at the Ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Oakland. However, the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma continue to suffer significant slowdowns as a result of […]

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05 Jun 2023
0 Comments By MV Air, Air Cargo, America Trade Lane, Congestion, Containers, Economic Outlook, General, Labor Negotiations, Long Beach Port, News, Ocean Freight Services

Retailers and Manufacturers Call on White House to Intervene in Labor Dispute at West Coast Ports

WASHINGTON/LOS ANGELES, June 5 (Reuters) – Major retailers and manufacturers are urging the White House to step in and mediate the labor negotiations at West Coast ports, expressing concerns about potential disruptions to shipping during crucial holiday shopping seasons. This call comes after the closure of the largest terminal at the Port of Long Beach […]

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03 May 2023
0 Comments By MV Containers, Insurance, Ocean Freight Services, Regulations

Mitigating Risks to Hull and Cargo: Strategies for a Secure Journey

The transportation of hazardous and combustible goods through containers has been on the rise, posing an increasing risk to both container shipping and car carrier vessels. Additionally, the prevalence of Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries has added to the potential dangers. Larger vessels now handle these hazardous cargos, amplifying the consequences of fires and resulting in more […]

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