Month: September 2024

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U.S. Truckers Rush to Move Goods as Port Strike Looms

The potential strike by East and Gulf Coast port workers is already affecting U.S. trucking networks. To avoid delays, shippers are moving goods earlier, increasing demand on trucking and tightening capacity. If it lasts more than a few days, the impact from the strike will be more severe and affecting areas much further inland from

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More U.S. Ports Extend Hours, set Deadlines Ahead of Potential Strike

In preparation for a possible dockworkers’ strike on October 1, several major ports along the U.S. East and Gulf are implementing contingency plans, extending terminal hours and setting deadlines for operations. The Port of Virginia has announced its shutdown schedule for cargo operations on September 30. The last inbound train delivery is scheduled for 8am.

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U.S. Port Strike Could Trigger Major Shipping Delays Worldwide

The fallout from a potential strike on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts will be considerable, and the consequences of the disruption will be felt into 2025. Peter Sand, chief analyst at Xeneta, warned ships en route to the ports could be stuck at U.S. East and Gulf Coast anchorages. He pointed out that many

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Australia Follows U.S. and Canada with Stricter Air Cargo Security Requirements

Australia has added stricter security regulations for air cargo originating from Europe and CIS countries. Starting September 26, cargo on passenger planes to Australia is required to only be tendered from shippers with an Established Business Relationship (EBR) with forwarders. Forwarders have voiced their concerns in meeting the new special security directions. The changes will

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Q&A:What Impact Will an ILA Strike Have on the Airfreight Market?

Thirty-six major U.S. ports are at risk of a standstill from the impending strike by the International Longshoreman Association (ILA). The ILA represents 85,000 workers across the East and Gulf Coasts of the U.S., and the current contract expires on September 30, 2024. Kim Ekstroem, Shipco’s Global COO – Air, discusses the potential fall out

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Strike Could Impact 54% of U.S. Container Imports, Says HSBC

HSBC predicts that if dockworkers on the U.S. East and Gulf Coast strike on October 1, it could impact 15% or 4.6 million TEUs of the global container fleet and 54% of U.S. container imports. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) plans to strike unless a new agreement is reached with the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX)

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U.S. Ports Preparing for Imminent Strike

Several ports along the U.S. East and Gulf coasts have announced contingency plans in response to a potential dockworker strike starting October 1, 2024. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) has stated it will not extend its current contract with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) after it expires on September 30. The Georgia Ports Authority

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Investments Fuel Growth in Southeast Asian and African Ports

Container News conducted a study on the rise of new shipping services and alliances, focusing on ports in Southeast Asia and Africa. The study focused on countries drawing major investments and poised to become key trade hubs as global maritime competition intensifies. Key ports evaluated included Haiphong and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam; Laem Chabang, Thailand;

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Videos

The Importance of People in Logistics

In an industry increasingly driven by technology, Shipco Transport is firmly standing by its people-first philosophy. “For Shipco, our motto is ‘Freight is a people business’”, states Group CEO, Christian Mogelvang. “A people-first approach is key to how we operate.” As an NVOCC, Shipco is an asset-light organization by design, explains Global COO – Commercial,

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Press Releases

Shipco Transport Announces promotion of Christine Solorzano to President USA, Shipco Transport

[CHATHAM, NJ] — Shipco Transport Inc, a neutral NVOCC, has announced the promotion of Christine Solorzano to the role of  President USA, Shipco Transport. Formerly the Executive Vice President for the Americas region, Solorzano has over 25 years of experience in logistics operations.  “Christine’s career is a testament to her resilience and expertise, and her rise through the ranks

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