Import surge clogs Southern California warehouses

Warehouses in Southern California are grappling with congestion and equipment shortages that can be traced back to marine terminals, as well as sporadic labor shortages owing to COVID-19.

International air cargo volumes show monthly gains

The three largest express providers reported improving signs in the sector in their most recent earnings reports, as COVID-hit volumes recovered gradually as the second quarter progressed.

US shippers driven to seek greater LTL visibility

The disruption and dislocation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic puts a premium on shipper visibility into LTL networks via digitization, as well as “touchless” pickups and deliveries.

FMC underscores NY-NJ port’s need for more double truck moves

The FMC also urged ocean carriers to get more involved in local stakeholder groups in the Port of New York-New Jersey in order to help facilitate “double moves” by drayage companies.

Heavy load, bulk carriers pivot to offshore wind amid expected growth

Bulk carrier Scorpio and specialized oil and gas heavy load carrier OHT shift toward the offshore wind industry as the sector is poised to expand by 270 percent.
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When the Harbor Trucking Association began advocating for the adoption of empty appointments, it was to help av
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Blended price modeling could mitigate trucking price volatility

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