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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MTS Logistics

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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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2021

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MTS Logistics

MAY 27, 2022

inventories and consumer behavior, and reconciling them with maritime supply/demand dynamics is getting harder each day. The post Global Logistics Market Analysis: 2022 Summer Edition appeared first on More Than Shipping. The shipping ecosystem is ever-changing.

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MTS Logistics

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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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 10, 2022

FreightWaves SONAR is adding to its upstream view of the supply chain with the expansion of its maritime visibility solution. SCA measures maritime container shipping activity by using three primary components: Ocean container spot rates, which cover most of the world’s highest volume lanes. Maritime supply and demand.

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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

OCTOBER 19, 2022

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. Those declines were partially offset, however, by double-digit percentage increases in exports to Belgium (11.6

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

The average spot rates and contract rates are continuing to rise according to Alan Murphy of Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis. Daniel Richards of Maritime Strategies International argues that the containership charter market is effectively ‘sold out’ across vessel sizes. The statistics are startling.

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MTS Logistics

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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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

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

APRIL 15, 2022

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. As always, we at MTS Logistics are here for you with all your endeavors, standing by to provide more than you expect. appeared first on More Than Shipping.

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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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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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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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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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MTS Logistics

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 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

APRIL 15, 2024

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 rather than focusing on the tragedy, I’d prefer to look at the silver lining.

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MTS Logistics

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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MTS Logistics

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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MTS Logistics

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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MTS Logistics

APRIL 22, 2024

The largest ocean carrier in the world, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), has been accused by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) of engaging in numerous violations of the Shipping Act. Since the Covid era, the FMC has received excessive complaints about the carrier’s malpractices.

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MTS Logistics

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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MTS Logistics

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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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2023

China’s maritime prowess is undeniable as it surpasses the 200 million TEU mark in container throughput from January to August 2023, representing a robust 4.8% The Port of Shanghai, the world’s largest and busiest container port, is at the forefront of the maritime charge, processing a remarkable 32 million TEUs.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Despite assessments that US and UK strikes have significantly degraded Houthi capabilities , Red Sea attacks – including a missile strike on a bulk carrier that resulted in an oil spill – have continued.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2023

The once-tranquil seas are undergoing noticeable transformations, with the impacts of rising temperatures affecting maritime operations. This imminent danger hits the core of maritime operations, namely the ports. In a world confronting the unyielding advance of global warming, the ocean shipping sector stands at a critical juncture.

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247 Customs Broker

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. www.ajot.com.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 5, 2024

In maritime transportation, every container has the potential for profit or loss. One of the most important financial problems that negatively affects this profitability is the complexity of Demurrage and Detention agreements. In the U.S. alone, disputes increased by 7.1%, leading carriers to pay heavy penalties.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2022

Due to recent market conditions, maritime carriers have struggled with schedule reliability and on-time performance. According to a Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis report, global schedule reliability dropped to a dismal 32%. Nearly the whole country of China shuts down for this seven-day public holiday. In the U.S.,

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Shipping Act, carriers must provide a 30-day notice for surcharges such as General Rate Increases (GRIs) and Peak Season Surcharges (PSS), but due to the Red Sea crisis showing no signs of slowing down, the Federal Maritime Commission has waived this requirement.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The maritime industry is responsible for a significant amount of carbon emissions. With this in mind, the EU ETS including shipping is not only a significant milestone for the maritime industry, but is a milestone for the entire world. As a result, in May 2023, the decision to include shipping in the EU ETS was finalized.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 15, 2022

Alan Ladd, a marine engineer, found the International Maritime Organization’s efforts to lower sulfur output are not quite what they seemed at face value. While there have been concerted efforts to decorticate the pollutants that are in the air, there has been little done to impact the pollution of the water. The Tradeoff. The Change.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 2, 2022

The maritime shipping industry has seen the many ups and downs of positive and negative developments since Covid first emerged over two years ago. As recently reported by the Maritime Executive, one large furnishings company is seeing the results of a potential slowdown in real-time.

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