Empty containers buoy Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes to June record

Despite inflation and recession concerns, the results show "Americans are still spending on goods,” Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Colin Campbell • July 18, 2022

'NO TO AB5': Hundreds of California port truckers protest labor law

The work stoppage has had no impact on port operations, but officials are monitoring the situation, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Colin Campbell • July 14, 2022

Shippers, carriers highlight 4 key ocean shipping data problems

After a string of stakeholder meetings, an FMC commissioner will offer recommendations for remedying the issues later this year.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2022

Joann bolsters ocean carrier mix, capacity in preparation for holidays

After spending around $35.3 million to free up stranded containers last quarter, the craft retailer is also focused on controlling freight costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 8, 2022

Waiting for 'Lady Day': A Billie Holiday book's supply chain saga

On the planned release date, pre-ordered copies sat inside a container aboard the Evergreen ship stuck in the Chesapeake Bay. Their voyage offers a glimpse into today’s ocean freight challenges.

By Colin Campbell • July 7, 2022

FedEx's network overhaul includes effort to streamline intermodal

The LTL company working more closely with FedEx Ground will be a critical component in their parent company’s pursuit of more efficient operations.

By Max Garland • July 7, 2022

West Coast dockworkers fail to reach labor agreement with port employers

Both sides committed that normal port operations will continue until an agreement is reached.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 1, 2022

BNSF limits westbound shipments with rise in congestion

The railroad is adding locomotives and offering vacation buybacks for workers as its service recovery “remains choppy.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 29, 2022

Pitney Bowes taps robots, targets more shipping

The company is also targeting more efficient routes, relying more on its own fleet and mulling ways to pass on fuel costs, according to its CFO.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 28, 2022

Brands to continue higher airfreight spend despite added cost

The decision to ramp up airfreight is more about being decisive than about increasing weeks of supply, one executive said.

By Max Garland • June 27, 2022

DB Schenker acquires USA Truck for $435M

The deal is part of DB Schenker's ambitions to become a major transportation player in North America.

By Edwin Lopez , Sarah Zimmerman • June 24, 2022

Abercrombie & Fitch paid millions in extra freight costs after Vietnam lockdowns

The retailer is scheduling earlier inventory receipts after factory shutdowns pushed the company to rely more on airfreight.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • June 23, 2022

Chassis constraints create 'unprecedented' situation at ports: TRAC Intermodal

Truckers are taking three times longer to return chassis than they did before the pandemic, the company says.

By Colin Campbell • June 22, 2022

Biden calls for three-month federal gas tax holiday

Lifting the federal 18-cent tax per gallon of gas and 24-cent tax per gallon of diesel for three months would “give Americans a little extra breathing room,” the White House said.

By Colin Campbell • Updated June 22, 2022

Biden just signed a law to lower shipping costs. Will it work?

The Ocean Shipping Reform Act allows for more enforcement of rising fees. But shippers say the law isn’t a “silver bullet.”

By Sarah Zimmerman , Alejandra Carranza • June 16, 2022

'Big step forward': Shippers react to passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act

Industry groups praised the bill, which legislators say will reduce shipping costs and promote U.S. exports.

By David Taube • June 14, 2022

ILWU, PMA say they are not preparing for a longshore strike or lockout

The two parties confirmed they expect talks to extend past July 1 but are still looking to avoid West Coast supply chain disruptions.

By Edwin Lopez • June 14, 2022

STB: Railroads' service recovery plans 'woefully deficient'

Four Class I railroads could face noncompliance fines of more than $8,000 a day if they fail to correct issues.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 14, 2022

'The rip-off is over': Biden urges shipping reform during Port of Los Angeles visit

The president warned carriers that new regulations could be coming as he called on Congress to pass the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022.

By Colin Campbell , Sarah Zimmerman • June 10, 2022

Fresh Del Monte calls on 'non-traditional ports' to circumvent congestion

An executive with the company's ocean shipping arm, which counts Dole and Chiquita as customers, said the strategy has helped with schedule reliability.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 10, 2022

USDA will pay farmers to ship out of 3 West Coast ports as costs rise

Shifts in ocean carrier service have led to volume drops at ports and profit losses for agriculture shippers.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 8, 2022

Transatlantic airfreight capacity improves as passenger airlines ramp up summer flights

A demand rebound for flights between Europe and North America is adding space for cargo shipments.

By Max Garland • June 7, 2022

Monster leans on US sourcing to lower freight costs

The beverage maker had imported more aluminum cans last year to meet demand, but it came at a cost.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 6, 2022

Stronger rail oversight needed as decaying service threatens food security

Old industry weaknesses are causing major problems, particularly for shippers who have no competitive alternative.

By Robb MacKie and John Bode • June 3, 2022

Port of Oakland chassis pit reopens, but supply challenges remain

The chassis pit has reopened as of Tuesday, but TraPac noted availability remains limited.

By Colin Campbell • Updated June 8, 2022