The ‘ship backup has ended’ at Los Angeles, Long Beach ports

Lower demand as a result of cargo shifting to the East Coast has helped clear the 25-month backlog.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 23, 2022

Ocean carriers plan to reduce capacity as demand falls

Maersk, Zim and Matson are rightsizing capacity across several trade lanes, including some Transpacific routes affected by cargo diversions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 23, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the trends affecting logistics management

The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Amid strike fears, cargo diversion a key fixture in 2022’s supply chain playbook

The shadow of negotiations clouds U.S. railroads and West Coast ports. Shippers have leaned on less-risky alternatives, despite some drawbacks.

By Max Garland • Nov. 16, 2022

Project44 raises $80M to improve scope 3 visibility

The tech company pointed to an increased interest from shippers and carriers as new regulations push for lower emissions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 11, 2022

What should ocean shippers expect this peak season? Experts weigh in.

Four maritime shipping observers share their thoughts on what’s changing in the logistics environment as demand and inventory trends shift.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 9, 2022

Port Houston will move forward with a container dwell fee in December

In addition to a $45 per day fee for aging containers, the port is also considering an excessive dwell fee to help reduce congestion.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 31, 2022

Port of LA cargo volumes drop as ongoing labor talks deter some shippers

The port handled 21.5% fewer containers last month compared to September 2021, and the ship backlog has receded.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 20, 2022

CMA CGM offers shippers sustainability incentives to speed container flow

The program provides 2.5 tons of carbon credits for each box returned early as major ports threaten fees on long-dwelling cargo.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 13, 2022

FMC proposal requires ocean carriers to give shippers more details on demurrage charges

The rule comes after the agency investigated practices into the fees, which are accrued when shippers don’t move cargo fast enough.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2022

You can make sustainable maritime shipping choices

Companies make sustainable shipping choices that protect blue whales, blue skies.

Oct. 10, 2022

Port of New York and New Jersey implements revised container dwell fee

The new fee structure pushes ocean carriers to balance inbound and outbound volumes as the port works to reduce empty containers.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 6, 2022

Maersk Container Industry appoints new CEO

Søren Leth Johannsen will head the shipping line’s refrigerated container manufacturing subsidiary.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2022

Ocean carriers up blank sailings to brace for softening October demand

Shipping lines are strategically skipping ports and voyages to control capacity and influence rates after China's Golden Week.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 30, 2022

Ian prompts port, rail closures as it barrels toward the Carolinas

Terminals closed as hurricane-force winds are expected to batter the Southeast coast.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2022

MSC to launch air cargo service

The carrier joins Maersk and CMA CGM in expanding into air freight after pandemic-driven demand spikes.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 28, 2022

FMC proposal defines ‘unreasonable’ export rejections by ocean carriers

The new rule details criteria for violations under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act and establishes a framework for proving improper refusals.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 21, 2022

San Pedro Bay ports see loaded import volumes drop in August

Looking ahead, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka projected the port would have “lighter numbers” for the rest of the year.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 20, 2022

White House supply chain strategy shifts beyond 24/7 port operations

Port and Supply Chain Envoy Gen. Stephen Lyons said the initiative failed to gain traction due to the financial costs involved.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2022

Fresh Del Monte’s shipping arm taps startup to digitize operations

Network Shipping is partnering with tech firm Grydd to better help companies manage ocean logistics.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2022

Container dwell fee paused at Port of New York and New Jersey

Officials are rewriting the tariff after receiving input from ocean carriers.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2022

3M leans on East Coast shipping site to speed exports

The site, added to circumvent West Coast congestion, has helped reduce shipping times to Asia. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 7, 2022

Maersk abandons $1B sale of container business after DOJ investigation

Regulators were concerned that a sale to China International Marine Containers would have led to higher prices and less supply chain resiliency.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 30, 2022

Port of Oakland: Trucker protests depressed July cargo volumes

The port processed the smallest number of containers since February 2015, according to the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 24, 2022

Monster struggles to shift aluminum can sourcing to US

The company is still relying on imported cans, which contributed to $66.7 million in elevated freight costs in Q2.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 22, 2022

As East Coast delays rise, Port of LA director appeals to shippers: ‘Come to Los Angeles’

The 109-ship queue to enter the U.S.'s largest container port had dropped 88% as of July.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 18, 2022