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Shanghai’s spring fog leads to US import shipment delays Fog can envelope Shanghai (above), particularly in the spring. Photo credit: Shutterstock.com. The dense fog that enveloped Shanghai in March and April, forcing the suspension of pilot services and closing of some port channels, continues to impact shipping schedules at the world’s busiest port and even […]

Canada's moment The strong container volume flowing through ports from Vancouver to Halifax brings new challenges requiring infrastructure investment, innovation, and the Canadian emphasis on collaboration. Over the last seven months, Canadian shippers and forwarders got a taste of what happens when that formula falls short. Harsh winter weather and a surge of imports,… Canada's moment […]

Roadcheck focus on ELDs to trim US truck capacity further The annual Roadcheck truck safety inspection blitz that starts June 5 could be the first real test of electronic logging compliance. Thousands of trucks will be stopped and checked by state and federal inspectors, and they will focus on hours-of-service violations. That could push up […]

Austin, Texas shippers get the most out of limited air cargo service Austin, Texas, may one day be on air cargo operators’ “A-List” for cargo pick-up, but until then shippers will continue to adapt, develop creative air transport solutions, and find air service niches to transport products to customers. (Above: Air cargo being loaded.) Photo […]

Canada container growth demands more infrastructure, innovation Ocean carriers, shippers, and other business decision makers have big plans for Canada, where strong container trade growth is expected in the immediate years ahead. The key task now is to fully fund vital infrastructure improvement and expansion projects to maintain that promising momentum. (Above: The Port of […]

US truckers, shippers frustrated with chassis splits, shortages At BNSF Logistics Park Chicago, chassis tend to be available at the beginning of the week, but a source told JOC.com that 20-foot chassis are hard to find by the end of the week. Photo credit: Ari Ashe. With time even more precious for truck drivers due […]

Paralyzing Brazil truckers’ strike continues despite truce Shippers are suffering throughout the logistics chain, with essential supplies not getting through and imports and exports frozen at the country’s main ports. Perishables are rotting away in many trucks or are stuck at the “full to bursting” port facilities. Photo credit: Rob Ward. Chaos has been inflicted […]

Container ships added to Chittagong domestic route to cut congestion The four vessels will more than double the transport capacity via this mode, as three vessels are already in operation, and more are also expected to join the fleet in the coming months. (Above: A feeder ship.) Photo credit: Shutterstock.com. Four multi-purpose container vessels are […]

Tracking incoming TEU called key to finding portside US trucks Shippabo’s founder Nina Luu says shippers struggling to find drayage trucks should start their search at sea, with better visibility into inbound containers. That means using technology to better connect importers, ocean carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and trucking operators in flexible networks. (Above: A […]

India’s expanded import reform intensifies pressure on 3PLs With Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust shippers increasingly opting to use speedy, direct port delivery to minimize logistics costs, third-party logistic providers no longer enjoy the bargaining power they had in the past. (Above: Krishnpatnam Port.) Photo credit: Krishnapatnam Port. Besides emerging as a “hot spot” for container […]