Maritime

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    FMC to probe 7 ocean chokepoints to improve shipping conditions

    The Federal Maritime Commission may bar container ships registered in countries it says are contributing to congestion and delays from entering U.S. ports.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    Retailers to continue frontloading amid tariff tumult: forecast

    A sustained cargo surge at U.S. ports will continue as Trump administration policy uncertainty continues, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates' Global Port Tracker.

    By • March 10, 2025
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    Trendline

    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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    CMA CGM to invest $20B in US operations

    The company will use the money to expand its U.S. flag fleet and logistics capacity at a time when President Donald Trump is pushing for maritime expansion.

    By • March 10, 2025
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    Jamieson Greer confirmed as USTR

    Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

    By • Feb. 27, 2025
  • Dockworkers hold picket sign, striking at a port in Baltimore.
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA, USMX sign 6-year labor contract

    Approval of the contract ends months of uncertainty surrounding East and Gulf Coast ports and fears of a possible second strike.

    By • Updated March 13, 2025
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    ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services

    Through their Boxlinks joint venture, both companies intend to leverage existing partnerships with Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and BNSF.

    By • Feb. 12, 2025
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA to vote on contract Feb. 25

    The International Longshoremen’s Association’s wage scale committee unanimously approved the proposed agreement ahead of the ratification vote.

    By • Feb. 12, 2025
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    HMM, ONE, Yang Ming alliance now effective, FMC says

    The agreement connecting the carriers’ mainline services across major trades lanes to Asia took effect Sunday, the agency said.

    By • Feb. 11, 2025
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    Trump’s tariff orders feature key clause for logistics managers

    Goods in transit from China will not be subject to tariffs if shippers can certify they were sent prior to Feb. 1.

    By , • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Whole Foods unveils new code of conduct for seafood supply chain

    The policy strengthens labor protections and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

    By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Ocean rates drop as January demand cools

    A rebound could manifest due to tariff concerns and continued trepidation about shipping through the Red Sea.

    By • Updated Jan. 28, 2025
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    Opinion

    Modernizing ports is essential for supply chain resilience

    Investing in automation and the workforce will lead to increased cargo and more jobs, writes National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors CEO Eric Hoplin. 

    By Eric Hoplin • Jan. 23, 2025
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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
  • 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