Peak has passed for maritime import volumes: forecast

The National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates lowered their forecast based on August figures, noting maritime flows are starting to slow.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 12, 2023

Ocean carriers to implement carbon emission surcharges in 2024

CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are rolling out the fees to comply with new European Union regulations aimed at reaching carbon neutrality.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 12, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

Peak season management

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

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Port of Savannah cargo volumes dip 28% in August

The port’s efforts to refurbish berths limited shipments, said Georgia Ports Authority CEO Griff Lynch.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 10, 2023

PortMiami cargo volumes drop 9% in August

The port has seen an on and off trend in volumes all year, the port operator told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 9, 2023

Port Everglades cargo volumes dip 14% in August

The Florida-based port's cargo traffic is returning to pre-COVID levels, CEO and Port Director Jonathan Daniels said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 6, 2023

Jacksonville Port Authority cargo volumes dip 2% in August

Cargo volumes at Jaxport typically fluctuate by less than 5% due to its mix of trade lanes, a spokesperson said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 5, 2023

South Carolina Ports Authority cargo volumes drop 9% in August

The ports anticipate a slower peak season due to lower consumer demand.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2023

Port of Virginia cargo volumes drop 16% in August

Despite lower annual container volumes during the month, the port saw total TEUs rise 12% when compared to 2019 levels.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2023

Port of New York and New Jersey cargo volumes drop 21% in August

The year-over-year drop comes as retailers continue drawing down overstocked inventory, according to the seaport.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2023

Northwest Seaport Alliance international cargo volumes dipped 22% in August

Although container volumes dropped YoY, the total amount of TEUs processed increased compared to July.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 29, 2023

Port of Oakland cargo volumes drop 15% in August

Shippers are still adjusting shipments to match current demand, a port executive said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 22, 2023

Port Houston container volumes decrease 20% in August

The drop marks the highest decline of the year so far, but follows a record August 2022 and July 2023.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 21, 2023

Port of Los Angeles sees the first volume increase in 13 months

Container volumes at the port were up 3% YoY in August.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2023

Amazon, Maersk renew biofuel shipping partnership

A new wrinkle in the logistics giants' ongoing efforts is the ability for Amazon to move goods on methanol-enabled ships.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2023

Port of Long Beach cargo volumes dip 15% in August

Despite the year-over-year declines, port officials say total TEUs handled so far this year are in line with pre-pandemic figures.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2023

FMC asks shippers, transportation providers to weigh in on data initiative

Questions for stakeholders focus on data-sharing and the costs of current constraints.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 12, 2023

Industry leaders react to West Coast ports contract ratification

Port leaders and government officials expressed relief at the approval of a six-year deal.

By Kelly Stroh , Alejandra Carranza • Updated Sept. 7, 2023

ILWU ratifies 6-year contract

Approval of the contract ends more than a year of uncertainty surrounding West Coast ports and fears of a possible strike.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 1, 2023

Burlington drives down freight costs in Q2

The retailer renegotiated freight contracts and leveraged lower fuel rates to cut transportation costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 31, 2023

Your shipping choices can protect endangered whales and reduce air pollution

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

Aug. 28, 2023

Panama Canal delays have shippers mulling freight diversions

Options for cargo owners include longer intermodal routes and alternative lanes like the Suez Canal, analysts say.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 23, 2023

Amazon, FedEx and United Airlines join Hawaiʻi fire recovery efforts

The state’s transportation department has waived wharfage charges for inbound humanitarian shipments at Maui’s Port of Kahului.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 23, 2023

Hawaiʻi fires: Carriers prioritize emergency supplies for Maui

Hawaiian Airlines, Young Brothers and Matson are part of a widescale effort to carry critical shipments to Kahului in wake of devastation.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 11, 2023

4 supply chain insights for the second half of 2023

Experts gave tips on economic metrics to watch and how to assess producers’ readiness to nearshore during the live event “Supply Chain Outlook: Trends and Risks To Watch."

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2023

Canada’s West Coast ports get 4-year labor deal after union ratification

Now, ports and dockworkers must work to regain trust from trading partners, federal officials said.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 7, 2023