The Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?

With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.

By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2024

East and Gulf Coast port labor talks stall over automation concerns

The International Longshoremen's Association canceled a planned meeting with the United States Maritime Alliance, citing a local dispute on automated truck gates.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 11, 2024

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

Border agents reach tentative deal with Canadian government

The union had threatened to strike on Friday if negotiations continued to stall.

By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024

Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline

The union has renewed its threats to take job action if no deal is reached this week.

By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024

Canada border agent strike averted, for now

The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024

Shippers, agencies plan for full return of Baltimore-bound cargo

Shipping lines have already resumed some services while federal agencies work with stakeholders to coordinate plans.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2024

Ocean rates skyrocket, reflecting cautionary market

Shippers are grappling with the ongoing Red Sea conflict and pending East Coast labor contract renewal as demand is poised for growth at U.S. ports.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 29, 2024

East Coast port labor talks spark shipper contingency plans

While there has not been a "wholesale shift" in volumes to the West Coast, conversations have started, per a Port of Los Angeles media briefing.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 24, 2024

BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report

The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.

By Haley Cawthon • May 23, 2024

Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 12% YoY in April

West Coast volume growth is projected to continue in the second half of the year, said Hackett Associates Partner Daniel Hackett.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 22, 2024

South Carolina Ports Authority resumes operations after software issue

The port halted activity at marine and inland terminals until Tuesday afternoon as it worked to resolve the disruption.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated May 21, 2024

East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon

Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.

By Max Garland • May 16, 2024

Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods

Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.

By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024

How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024

High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season

Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.

By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024

How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring

Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024

Domino welcomes larger sugar shipments as Baltimore channels reopen

The sugar manufacturer is taking advantage of the 20-foot-deep channel at the Port of Baltimore.

By Kate Magill • April 25, 2024

White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization

Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.

By Larry Avila • April 24, 2024

Port of Baltimore preps new alternate channel for larger vessel traffic

The limited access channel could help draw more commercial activity back to the port after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 24, 2024

Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 19% YoY in March

The West Coast port expects volumes to continue to grow in April, despite being a more muted shipping season. 

By Alejandra Carranza • April 19, 2024

10 companies join initiative for safer whales and cleaner air

Sustainable shipping programs help companies protect endangered whales and reduce air pollution.

April 15, 2024

Savannah port sees intermodal cargo surge in March

Infrastructure and low dwell times contributed to nearly 436,000 total TEUs handled in March at the Port of Savannah.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 12, 2024

$8M grant will double auto capacity at Port of Baltimore’s only unaffected terminal

New parking lots at Tradepoint Atlantic will allow Sparrows Point to welcome more ships after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, President Joe Biden said.

By Colin Campbell • April 8, 2024

Baltimore port channel set to fully reopen by end of May

The Army Corps of Engineers is working to open a temporary channel for auto and farm equipment shipments by the end of April.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 5, 2024

Wallenius Wilhelmsen expects up to $10M impact from Baltimore bridge collapse

The Norway-based ocean carrier said it's rerouting cargo as the fall of the Francis Scott Key Bridge impacts its vessel operations.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 3, 2024