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Tag: Container shipping
Understanding Incoterms: A Quick Guide
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) developed a set of terms known as Incoterms, which define the responsibilities of buyers […]
U.S. Container Import Volumes in August
The eighth month of the year marked a notable shift in import activity, influenced by both seasonal demand and ongoing […]
FMC Greenlights Gemini Alliance, Vows To Monitor Impacts on U.S. Shippers
The Gemini Cooperation Alliance – featuring Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd – will officially set sail, after receiving the ‘greenlight’ from the […]
Carriers Reassess GRIs for India-U.S. Shipments Amid Market Shifts
Carriers are reevaluating their strategy more often as the world’s shipping market continues to fluctuate. This is especially true with […]
Planning for Golden Week: What Shippers Should Know
At the start of next month is the Golden Week holiday, spanning from October 1st to the 7th. This week-long […]
Understanding the Various Ocean Carriers, Alliances
Ocean carriers, the giants of global maritime logistics, play a pivotal role in facilitating international trade by transporting goods across […]
U.S. Container Imports May See Near-Record Highs in August
According to retailers, U.S. container imports are expected to reach all-time highs by the summer of 2024, driven by a […]
A Lifeline for Trade: Panama’s Reservoir Project to Combat Drought in the Canal
The Panama Canal has long struggled with water supply challenges, a problem that dates back to its opening in 1914. […]
Spotlight on Global Straits: The Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically crucial waterway located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, connecting […]
Spotlight on the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, translates to “Gate of Tears” in Arabic, is a narrow waterway located between the Arabian Peninsula and […]
Strategies for NVOs and Shippers Amidst a Tight Ocean Shipping Market
The amount of vessel space in the eastbound trans-Pacific shipping lanes has significantly decreased in recent months, which has left […]
What Did U.S. Container Import Volumes in May Show?
The United States experienced a notable increase in the amount of containers imported in May 2024, up 6.2% from April […]
New Rules on Reporting Lost/Overboard Containers Starts in 2026
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) announced new regulations on reporting lost/overboard shipping containers, which will start at the beginning of […]
From Departure to Return: The Port of Portland’s Container Service Development
The Port of Portland’s Terminal 6 container service operations are getting a boost with $40 million in state funds. With […]