The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2021

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JUNE 5, 2023

West Coast port terminal operators and shipping companies represented by the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the dockworkers represented by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU). ” Contract negotiations play a pivotal role in shaping the dynamics of various industries, and the maritime sector is no exception.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

The highest reported here, by Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis, is Maersk at 46%. Ocean carriers are running a business in which their reliability of completing voyages planned in advance ranges around 30% to 40%. How can you run a business with … Continue reading →

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

According to a recent assessment, if China follows through on its threats to invade Taiwan, the maritime industry should prepare for a major crisis that would increase operational expenses, result in the loss of ships, and cause delays. According to the analysis, the U.S. The analysis quotes figures demonstrating that $3.4

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The post Analysis: Today’s Global Economy vs. Global Container Shipping appeared first on More Than Shipping. While the industry faces immediate challenges, it also presents an opportunity for innovation and adaptation to ensure a more resilient and sustainable future for container shipping in a post-pandemic world.

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

The Logistical Position. chemical export markets, respectively, per Paul Bartlett’s findings from Seatrade Maritime News. The post An Overview of the Resin Market and Long-Term Analysis appeared first on More Than Shipping. We take a look at these questions and more in this blog post. percent) and Brazil (16.1

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 2, 2023

Right now, over just the past two weeks, a lot is happening in the world of maritime shipping. The post A Busy Summer at Sea: Lots of Maritime Shipping News Over the Past Week appeared first on More Than Shipping. Here is a round-up of what you need to know. Last year, there were issues with a ship carrying cars and trucks to the U.S.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 2, 2024

Project logistics takes place successfully all over the world everyday thanks to a mix of experienced personnel, intense coordination, planning, and savvy use of logistics technology. Project logistics is a very complex field and covers many great aspects. What are the most important aspects of project logistics?

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APRIL 26, 2024

Once finished, the terminal, equipped with four docks, will have an annual handling capacity of 1 million TEUs, transforming it into a significant transportation and logistics hub for South America. Construction of the Chancay Port Terminal began in 2019 and is targeted for completion by the end of 2024. Who’s behind the project?

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The post Navigating the Challenge: The Analysis of Reduced Water Levels in Panama Canal appeared first on More Than Shipping. Collaboration between nations and a commitment to sustainable practices are key elements in this endeavor.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

A game-changing infrastructure project in the world of maritime transportation, the Stad Ship Tunnel is a planned canal and tunnel that will bypass the Stad peninsula in Stad Municipality, Vestland County, Norway. Once completed, the tunnel will provide a safe and efficient passage for the maritime industry.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

It was initially established in 1937 after a strike that started in 1934 and the union has a contract with the Pacific Maritime Association that covers 29 container ports and 15,000 dockworkers. The post Analysis: Why Upcoming ILWU Contract Negotiations are Making Importers Uneasy appeared first on More Than Shipping.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The post Analysis: Are Shipping Companies Further Flaring Up Inflation? Experts do not foresee any decrease in freight rates for the short term, so does that mean we will face higher inflation in the future? The only thing that we are sure of is that Covid has radically changed transportation mechanics just how it has changed everything else.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 15, 2022

As always, we at MTS Logistics are here for you with all your endeavors, standing by to provide more than you expect. The post Analysis: Should You Redirect Your Cargo and If So, Where? So no matter how farfetched it may seem, the solution might be that farfetched option that you are presented with.

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Freightos

APRIL 15, 2024

It’s the gritty reality of logistics. I can’t export maritime incident data from the US Coast Guard (which could use some tech) but based on this report there were 18 bridge allisions in the United States between 1960 and 2015. But, of course, when dealing with systems that operate at such scale, exceptions happen.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 7, 2022

The post Analysis: Why the Biden Administration is Not Being Honest About Supply Chain Issues appeared first on More Than Shipping. Additionally, it is unlikely the U.S. will be in a position to avoid a similar debacle in the future.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

have seen volumes drop dramatically also because of the slow pace of contract talks between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association. The post This Week in Logistics News (August 26 – September 1) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. UPS reduced July flights by 14 percent from June.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts. I was not aware that Chinese interests have installed operating software at quite a few ports around the world. Coupled with the Chinese Government’s mandate to share all information with the Chinese … Continue reading →

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Federal Labor Minister Seamus O’Regan tweeted that both the ILWU and the BC Maritime Employers Association ratified the deal, ending the dispute. The post This Week in Logistics News (August 5 – 11) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. That’s all for this week.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Maritime & Trade Operations relayed a statement from a Company Security Officer confirming damage to the vessel but assuring the safety of its crew, who are proceeding to their next port of call. The rebels boasted of the attack’s precision, claiming to have hit the vessel, Cyclades. According to U.S.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Speaking at a maritime/defense industry event, Senator Mark Kelly (D-Arizona), said that revitalizing the commercial maritime industry is going to be key in 21st-century efforts to counter China in the world’s oceans. ” So, what will Senator Kelly propose exactly to revitalize the commercial maritime industry?

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The post Analysis: Why Shipping Rates Have Spiked and When Might Rates Come Down appeared first on More Than Shipping. Shipping industry insiders say these rates could last for many months more. Perhaps the world shipment industry will be settling down in 2023.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 12, 2024

This system has modernized the maritime inventory system. Besides maritime transport, the tracking system is also used for air, rail, and road transportation. This would centralize the maritime sector far more effectively and optimally without sacrificing global security or safety. Overall, given that the U.S.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

Now, it has been announced that over 60 private and public maritime organizations, as well as various governments at the national and regional levels have banded together to make a bold commitment. This year, shipping and the supply chain are playing a prominent role.

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APRIL 3, 2024

Source: Descartes Datamyne™ Transit Times The difference between ETA (estimated time of arrival) and ATA (actual time of arrival) serves as a crucial metric for evaluating the efficiency of transit times within the maritime industry. Since the beginning of the pandemic, port delays have a notable surge, affecting global supply chains.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Judah Levine February 28, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 2% to $4,809/FEU.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Smart containers are shipping containers used in freight and logistics that are integrated with Internet technologies, sensors, GPS tracking and solar panels. Data sharing is particularly important in the logistics supply chain due to the large numbers of diverse players and because container movements are global.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In today’s interconnected global business landscape, international transportation and logistics play a pivotal role in facilitating global trade. Customs and Export Procedures Logistics companies need to exercise caution in navigating the varied customs procedures of different countries.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

There’s been a big focus on climate change and its effects on the maritime shipping sector for good reason: we see the effects of climate change everywhere. The Global Maritime Trends 2050 Report was recently released, painting a dire picture for the future of global leading ports.

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APRIL 8, 2024

The master contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) expires on September 30th, 2024. The United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) represents employers of the longshore industry in those regions at 46 ports. 30th expiration date. 30th expiration date.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

As the Chinese New Year approaches, businesses around the world brace themselves for the impact that this significant cultural event can have on logistics, particularly in ocean and air shipments. We will explore how the upcoming Chinese New Year is expected to affect logistics in both ocean and air shipments.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Artificial intelligence is in its infancy but that doesn’t negate its current and, most definitely, future importance in all areas, especially logistics. This is true in logistics more than many industries. In logistics, humans play a critical role, and as we have seen in recent years, that will be the case for a long time.

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JANUARY 15, 2024

The Red Sea is a critical maritime route for global trade, serving as a key passage for oil shipments and other commodities. and other countries aims to enhance maritime security and deter further attacks. Serious concerns about the safety and security of vessels navigating this vital waterway continue to rise.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

ClipperData, the leading provider of comprehensive data sets, analysis and commentary on global crude and refined product movements, has entered into a long-term agreement to use the BigOceanData (BOD) AIS-based vessel tracking portal. We are proud to be selected as ClipperData’s maritime tracking partner. Compliance to U.S.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 1, 2024

French shipping giant CMA CGM has closed on its acquisition of Bolloré Logistics, after being given final approval by regulatory authorities in the European Union. The deal had been in the works for some time, with initial talks and intent to acquire Bolloré Logistics stretching back nearly a year, to Spring 2023. billion ($4.85

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2023

There could be increased appetite from investors for ‘first-mile’ logistic assets as global supply chain disruption drives a need for firms to improve upstream, business-to-business supply chain logistics, according to a new report from leading global property advisor Knight Frank. 8% to protect their order books.

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MARCH 25, 2024

Important Components of Contracts for Ocean Freight The negotiation of rates and prices is a fundamental component of maritime freight contracts. The terms, conditions, and prices for shipping products in ocean freight containers are governed by these contracts.

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