Maritime

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    Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility

    The ocean carrier used Craft's supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall's East and Gulf Coast port strike.

    By • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal

    Contingency planning ahead of last week's agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.

    By • Jan. 15, 2025
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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
  • The CMA CGM Argentina container ship arrives at PortMiami.
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    Deep Dive

    2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife

    Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here's what supply chain experts are watching this year.

    By • Jan. 14, 2025
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    Industry leaders react to ILA-USMX port deal

    Supply chain organizations expressed relief over the agreement, which averted a strike.

    By • Jan. 10, 2025
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    Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

    Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

    By • Jan. 9, 2025
  • Dockworkers hold picket signs as they strike in front of a port.
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract

    The agreement comes a week before a previous deal was set to expire, allaying concerns of a potential strike at East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    Shippers urge ILA, USMX to reach deal before deadline

    The East and Gulf Coast port labor contract will expire again on Jan. 15, prompting fears of a new strike.

    By , • Jan. 7, 2025
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    Potential port strike could bring second round of surcharges

    Hapag-Lloyd and MSC are among the carriers planning fees ahead of a possible work stoppage at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Supply Chains 2024: A year in pictures

    The industry saw significant upheaval, with a major container vessel crash, natural disasters and port and rail shutdowns. Here are some memorable moments.

    By , • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Ocean carriers plan Panama Canal surcharges

    MSC and CMA CGM will implement fees for cargo traveling through the major waterway on certain trade lanes to offset increased costs.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Will the ILA strike in January? Experts weigh in.

    Industry observers have differing views on the likelihood of a strike, which would add to the logistics hurdles shippers are already facing.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    How FLOW impacted supply chains in 2024

    The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program now has 85 members, including Best Buy, True Value, BNSF and CMA CGM.

    By • Dec. 17, 2024
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    Trump backs ILA on automation concerns

    The president-elect spoke out against the technology after meeting with International Longshoremen’s Association President Harold Daggett.

    By • Dec. 12, 2024
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    FMC halts HMM, ONE, Yang Ming alliance

    The Federal Maritime Commission is seeking more details on the proposed Premier Alliance for a complete analysis of any competitive impacts.

    By • Dec. 11, 2024
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    Ports prioritize cargo handling equipment with EPA funding

    The federal agency will dole out $3 billion to support emissions reduction goals at 55 ports.

    By • Nov. 20, 2024
  • A string of containers at an on-dock rail yard at the Port of Los Angeles.
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    How shippers can navigate West Coast rail congestion

    Spiking port volumes have increased dwell times, causing some companies to consider alternative transport options.

    By • Nov. 15, 2024
  • Longshoremen picket outside of an entrance to the Dundalk Marine Terminal in the Port of Baltimore.
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA-USMX’s automation divide halts negotiations again

    The parties have been unable to come to an agreement on automation used at the ports as a Jan. 15 deadline approaches.

    By • Nov. 14, 2024
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    ONE adds Jaxport to Asia-East Coast service

    The weekly route will connect Jacksonville, Florida, with five ports in Asia, shipping retail products, electronics, food and beverages.

    By • Nov. 11, 2024
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    Canada’s western ports are on lockdown: What to know

    Experts said shipments can be easily diverted to U.S. West Coast ports in the short term, but a lengthier stoppage could be costly.

    By • Updated Nov. 11, 2024
  • A CSX locomotive pulls the first double-stacked container train from the Port of Baltimore on Oct. 28.
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    CSX debuts double-stack rail service at the Port of Baltimore

    The rail operator opened a northern route while it expects to complete the long-awaited expansion of a 1.7-mile tunnel by the end of next year.

    By • Nov. 7, 2024
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    Owners of ship that slammed into Key Bridge settle with DOJ for $102M

    The department will use the funds to pay agencies for responding to and cleaning up after the March 26 collapse.

    By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 28, 2024
  • Dockworkers strike outside of the Port of Newark on October 1, 2024.
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    ILA, USMX to resume contract talks next month

    The parties may be waiting for the U.S. presidential election to pass before returning to the bargaining table, an expert said.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
  • A ONE container loaded onto a truck at the Georgia Ports Authority.
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    Ocean spot rates tumble from pre-ILA strike surge

    While lower demand may be driving the decline, shippers still have potential carrier surcharges to factor in.

    By • Oct. 23, 2024
  • An aerial view of a marine terminal full with ocean containers in Baltimore.
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?

    While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.

    By • Oct. 11, 2024
  • Two vehicles travel down a flooded roadway in Punta Gorda, Florida.
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    Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know

    As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.

    By • Updated Oct. 10, 2024