Name: JOC Uncharted: Episode 11
Uploaded: Jul 29, 2020, 9:40 AM EDT

This episode of JOC Uncharted features a one-on-one conversation with Shelley Simpson, president of highway services at J.B. Hunt Transport. Simpson notes that dislocation of capacity, not necessarily a shortage, as the COVID-19 pandemic spreads is a major issue. The challenge starts with labor, she said, and getting people back to work. Following that, K Logistics Group CEO Janan Knust discusses where the Latin American market is going and how technology will support it. Lastly, Eric Johnson, JOC’s senior editor of technology, provides the JOC Uncharted weekly commentary. For more information on all current and future episodes, please CLICK HERE . Total Run Time: 46:07 JOC News Update  0:13  Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, JOC.com and The Journal of Commerce, Maritime & Trade, IHS Markit One-On-One with J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson 3:15  William Cassidy, Senior Editor, Trucking, JOC, Maritime & Trade, IHS Markit Shelley Simpson, Executive Vice President; Chief Commercial Officer; President of Highway Services, J.B. Hunt Transport Services Ad Spot 23:00  JOC Uncharted Intermodal Drayage at a Crossroads 23:27  Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, JOC, Maritime & Trade, IHS Markit Janan Knust, CEO, KGroup Logistics Commentary  42:46 Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, JOC, Maritime & Trade, IHS Markit For information on all current and future episodes, please CLICK HERE .

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The integrator’s positive earnings momentum was led by its air cargo-focused Express division that saw pre-tax profit increase 63% year over year in the quarter. </p></div>

The integrator’s positive earnings momentum was led by its air cargo-focused Express division that saw pre-tax profit increase 63% year over year in the quarter.

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DHL raises full-year profit forecast after Q2 revenue, earnings gains

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But despite the initial drop in capacity, sources are not expecting a long-term decline in business on the westbound trade lane. </p></div>

But despite the initial drop in capacity, sources are not expecting a long-term decline in business on the westbound trade lane.

China-Europe air cargo capacity drops sharply as EU scraps duty-free import rule

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The takeover means CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics will become one of the top contract logistics providers in North America. </p></div>

The takeover means CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics will become one of the top contract logistics providers in North America.

CMA CGM acquires FedEx Supply Chain in $1.4 billion deal

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A key freight forwarders group warns that shifting liability onto forwarders — without them having operational control or corresponding insurance coverage — creates legal uncertainty.</p></div>

A key freight forwarders group warns that shifting liability onto forwarders — without them having operational control or corresponding insurance coverage — creates legal uncertainty.

Pause IATA’s new air waybill rules until legal clarity resolved: forwarders

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The volume of high-tech goods from Asia to North America increased 70% year over year while US imports of e-commerce declined, according to aviation consultancy Aevean.</p></div>

The volume of high-tech goods from Asia to North America increased 70% year over year while US imports of e-commerce declined, according to aviation consultancy Aevean.

Trans-Pacific air cargo sees huge US demand for data center components

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With a recent investment commitment from current majority owner China Merchants Port Holdings, Hambantota’s annual box-handling capacity is expected to double to 2 million TEUs by the end of the year.</p></div>

With a recent investment commitment from current majority owner China Merchants Port Holdings, Hambantota’s annual box-handling capacity is expected to double to 2 million TEUs by the end of the year.

MSC in talks to buy into Sri Lanka’s Hambantota amid port deal spree: sources

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Ocean carriers are reinjecting significant new tonnage between Asia and the east coast of South America after pulling ships away to serve an early Asia-Europe peak season. </p></div>

Ocean carriers are reinjecting significant new tonnage between Asia and the east coast of South America after pulling ships away to serve an early Asia-Europe peak season.

Zim launches new Asia-South America loop on buoyant rates 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Spot prices have more than doubled on Asia–Mediterranean routes and almost tripled from Asia to North Europe since the beginning of May. </p></div>

Spot prices have more than doubled on Asia–Mediterranean routes and almost tripled from Asia to North Europe since the beginning of May.

Ocean carriers ride rocketing Asia-Europe rate hikes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The carrier called the move ‘a structural change’ but said contingency plans included a return to Africa transits should the security situation deteriorate.</p></div>

The carrier called the move ‘a structural change’ but said contingency plans included a return to Africa transits should the security situation deteriorate.

Gemini begins 'gradual return' to Suez-Red Sea transits 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The proposed merger of Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway would create a single-line rail network that could shift discretionary cargo to Charleston and other underused East Coast infrastructure, writes rail analyst Paul Tonsager.  </p></div>

The proposed merger of Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railway would create a single-line rail network that could shift discretionary cargo to Charleston and other underused East Coast infrastructure, writes rail analyst Paul Tonsager.

NS-UP merger could give Charleston needed rail boost: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Investment in alternative fuels and electric trucks remains constrained by high upfront costs, infrastructure limits and the difficulty of passing green premiums on to customers, industry leaders say.</p></div>

Investment in alternative fuels and electric trucks remains constrained by high upfront costs, infrastructure limits and the difficulty of passing green premiums on to customers, industry leaders say.

Cost pressures slowing decarbonization drive in UK logistics sector

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Agriculture Transportation Coalition said its members have not received timely notice of new surcharges on ocean freight, and that the online tariffs posted by carriers are too difficult to navigate.</p></div>

The Agriculture Transportation Coalition said its members have not received timely notice of new surcharges on ocean freight, and that the online tariffs posted by carriers are too difficult to navigate.

US shipper group seeks to change notification rules for ocean freight tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Just three days after vessels began exiting the Strait of Hormuz, the International Maritime Organization has paused the initiative and is demanding further clarity from the US and Iran over safety guarantees. </p></div>

Just three days after vessels began exiting the Strait of Hormuz, the International Maritime Organization has paused the initiative and is demanding further clarity from the US and Iran over safety guarantees.

Latest ship attack puts IMO’s Persian Gulf evacuation plan on hold

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>There’s little to no sign truckload rate hikes are slowing post-July 4, as tight capacity keeps pricing elevated headed into what’s typically a slower season. </p></div>

There’s little to no sign truckload rate hikes are slowing post-July 4, as tight capacity keeps pricing elevated headed into what’s typically a slower season.

US truckload spot rates surpass COVID-19 highs under supply pressure

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As truckload capacity in the US gets tighter and rates move higher, more freight is being shifted to less-than-truckload providers — something that will continue, attendees at the SMC3 Connections conference were told. </p></div>

As truckload capacity in the US gets tighter and rates move higher, more freight is being shifted to less-than-truckload providers — something that will continue, attendees at the SMC3 Connections conference were told.

‘Acute’ truckload capacity shortage seen pushing up LTL demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The e-commerce giant says shipper need for flexibility in a volatile market led it to open its less-than-truckload service to “external” customers. </p></div>

The e-commerce giant says shipper need for flexibility in a volatile market led it to open its less-than-truckload service to “external” customers.

Amazon Freight says truckload freight moving to LTL

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Brendan Dugan, deputy executive director at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses how data center construction is supporting structural steel imports, why lumber and plywood cargo has softened, and how investments in rail, indoor storage and electric cargo-handling equipment are positioning Camden for steadier year-round growth.</p></div>

Brendan Dugan, deputy executive director at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses how data center construction is supporting structural steel imports, why lumber and plywood cargo has softened, and how investments in rail, indoor storage and electric cargo-handling equipment are positioning Camden for steadier year-round growth.

Building momentum amid uncertainty

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Craig McGraw, vice president of sales and marketing at Trans American Trucking &amp; Warehouse, discusses his involvement in the Congressional Trucking Caucus, how tech will help to prevent bridge accidents, achieving unified operations across states, and his thoughts on chameleon carriers.</p></div>

Craig McGraw, vice president of sales and marketing at Trans American Trucking & Warehouse, discusses his involvement in the Congressional Trucking Caucus, how tech will help to prevent bridge accidents, achieving unified operations across states, and his thoughts on chameleon carriers.

Making safety a priority

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Kristi App, chief commercial officer at the Port of New Orleans, talks about plans for the old terminals when LIT opens and redevelopment opportunities, as well as the recent joint venture between the port, Ports America and Terminal Investment Limited.</p></div>

Kristi App, chief commercial officer at the Port of New Orleans, talks about plans for the old terminals when LIT opens and redevelopment opportunities, as well as the recent joint venture between the port, Ports America and Terminal Investment Limited.

Reinvention and redevelopment

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>This episode of JOC Uncharted features a one-on-one conversation with Shelley Simpson, president of highway services at J.B. Hunt Transport, and a discussion on the  proliferation of logistics tech in Latin America.</p></div>

This episode of JOC Uncharted features a one-on-one conversation with Shelley Simpson, president of highway services at J.B. Hunt Transport, and a discussion on the proliferation of logistics tech in Latin America.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>This episode of JOC Uncharted features a one-on-one conversation with Shelley Simpson, president of highway services at J.B. Hunt Transport. Simpson notes that dislocation of capacity, not necessarily a shortage, as the COVID-19 pandemic spreads is a major issue. The challenge starts with labor, she said, and getting people back to work. </p><p></p><p>Following that, K Logistics Group CEO Janan Knust discusses where the Latin American market is going and how technology will support it.</p><p></p><p>Lastly, Eric Johnson, JOC’s senior editor of technology, provides the JOC Uncharted weekly commentary. For more information on all current and future episodes, please <a href="https://subscribe.joc.com/uncharted/">CLICK HERE</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>Total Run Time: 46:07 </b></p><h4>JOC News Update  </h4><p><b>0:13</b>        Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, JOC.com and The Journal of Commerce, Maritime &amp; Trade, IHS Markit </p><h4>One-On-One with J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson </h4><p><b>3:15</b>        William Cassidy, Senior Editor, Trucking, JOC, Maritime &amp; Trade, IHS Markit </p><p>Shelley Simpson, Executive Vice President; Chief Commercial Officer; President of Highway Services, J.B. Hunt Transport Services </p><h4>Ad Spot  </h4><p><b>23:00</b>       JOC Uncharted </p><h4>Intermodal Drayage at a Crossroads </h4><p><b>2</b><b>3:27   </b>   Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, JOC, Maritime &amp; Trade, IHS Markit </p><p>Janan Knust, CEO, KGroup Logistics </p><h4>Commentary   </h4><p><b>42:46</b>      Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, JOC, Maritime &amp; Trade, IHS Markit </p><p></p><p>For information on all current and future episodes, please <a href="https://subscribe.joc.com/uncharted/">CLICK HERE</a>. </p></div>

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