Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife

CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 13, 2024

MSC, Zim agree to collaborate on transpacific lanes

The shipping lines’ deal to swap slots and share vessels will start in 2025 and last for three years.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 11, 2024

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Peak season management

Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Ocean carriers form ‘Premier Alliance’

In an evolution of THE Alliance, Ocean Network Express, Hyundai Merchant Marine and Yang Ming Marine will cooperate on trade lanes starting in 2025.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024

FMC OKs Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd alliance

The Federal Maritime Commission allowed the Gemini agreement to take effect Monday after initially halting it in July.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024

Shippers, forwarders prep for turbulent air cargo market

With e-commerce demand already up 30% year to date, peak season activity is expected to heat up, according to a report from Xeneta.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 10, 2024

ILA rolls out strike mobilization plan

Union President Harold Daggett said there will "most definitely" be a strike if an agreement isn't reached by Sept. 30.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 6, 2024

Nordstrom pulls back on Pacific Northwest omnichannel center plans

The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 6, 2024

CMA CGM Air Cargo’s Transpacific service takes flight

The route will be operated by Atlas Air, connecting Hong Kong to Chicago using a B777-200 freighter.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 5, 2024

Port of Oakland, Northwest Seaport Alliance join FLOW

With the new ports in tow, the federal supply chain data initiative now reaches all top container gateways on the West Coast.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 3, 2024

Teamsters Canada railroad workers appeal binding arbitration order

While the union said government action stripped it of its right to collectively bargain, trains will keep running.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 30, 2024

Port of Portland shares plan to keep container terminal open

One of the initiatives aims at doubling container volumes over the next five to seven years in an attempt to keep Terminal 6 operational.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 29, 2024

Canadian rail carriers’ recovery from work stoppage may take weeks

Embargoes put in place prior to the disruption have created freight backlog for Canadian National and CPKC.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2024

J&J Snack Foods benefits from regional distribution centers

The food maker is shipping more products from the new network while reducing its average length of haul. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 28, 2024

Labor board orders Canada’s railroads to resume operations Monday

While all parties pledged to comply, the Teamsters vowed to challenge the order in court.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 24, 2024

Teamsters’ fresh strike notice adds to continuing Canadian rail turmoil

The union delivered a 72-hour strike notice to Canadian National on Friday, while a work stoppage at CPKC remains ongoing.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 23, 2024

Canadian National to resume operations, CPKC stoppage continues

The union and representatives from both railroads are meeting this morning to continue negotiations.

By Larry Avila • Updated Aug. 23, 2024

How air cargo shippers can prepare for de minimis fallout

Changes to the exemption threshold could be implemented soon. Here’s how supply chain managers can prepare.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 22, 2024

Shippers pull cargo forward as risks cloud ocean transport

The Port of Los Angeles experienced an early spike in imports for products such as toys, electronics and clothing in July, Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 22, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers shut down

With no new labor deal, Canadian National and CPKC locked out union workers shortly after midnight Thursday.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2024

Shippers, industry groups urge resolution ahead of Canada rail strike

Some organizations are calling for the government to act if the contract stalemate can't be resolved soon.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 21, 2024

‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption

The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says a shutdown of Canadian railroad networks will lead to a dearth in trucking activity.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024

Canada rail strike, lockouts slated to start Thursday

The Teamsters delivered a strike notice over the weekend, while Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City said they would lock out employees.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024

Air cargo resurgence unhindered by July global IT outage

Although the crisis caused rates to spike to their highest level this year, demand still increased 13% year over year during the month.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 16, 2024

Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage

The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers begin shipping embargoes

CPKC and Canadian National Railway have stopped shipments of hazardous goods ahead of potential work stoppage.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 13, 2024