Topic: Ports & Shipping

Shining light on procurement’s dark purchases problem

Friday, April 5, 2024 · Brian Straight Many companies do not have processes in place to control procurement spending, leading to millions in wasted dollars from untracked dark purchases.

As Red Sea Crisis Drags On, Shippers Eye Alternatives

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 · Amy Wunderlin While shifting Asian cargo from East Coast to West Coast U.S. ports adds time and cost, it is one option shippers have to counter continued risk in the Red Sea.

Global Container Shipping Industry Sets Sights on Tech Investment, Capacity Concerns

Monday, January 1, 2024 · Brian Straight Supply chain professionals in the global container shipping industry expect more technology investment and positive growth in the market in 2024.

US Ports to Share $653M in Funding to Improve Throughput, Reduce Emissions

Monday, November 6, 2023 · Amy Wunderlin 41 U.S. ports will share in $653 million in new investment from the federal government, the Biden administration announced last week.

The Astonishing Port of Laredo

Friday, October 27, 2023 · Rosemary Coates The expected continued growth in cross-border commerce with Mexico is likely to attract new investment all along the border. The nearshoring activity to Mexico and reshoring to the U.S. will continue for years to come.

Navigating the Panama Canal Drought: Tips to Get Your Shipments Moving

Friday, September 8, 2023 · Brian Straight As the drought continues to hamper ocean vessel traffic in the Panama Canal, AlixPartners offers tips on how shippers can manage the current crisis.

Is an Amazon Shipping Reboot in the Offering?

Friday, August 25, 2023 · Jeff Berman Reports indicate Amazon is planning to once again compete with FedEx and UPS by relaunching its Amazon Shipping for outside shippers.

Strike Averted, But Higher UPS Shipping Rates Likely To Follow Teamsters Deal

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 · Jeff Berman With just days remaining, the Teamsters and UPS reached a tentative labor agreement, but it will likely lead to an increase in rates for shippers.

Tentative labor deal eases West Coast port tensions

Thursday, June 15, 2023 · Jeff Berman The long-running West Coast port labor quarrel has ostensibly come to an end, with the International Longshore Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association coming to terms yesterday on a six-year tentative deal.

Port of Savannah adding 55 hybrid yard cranes

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 · SCMR Staff The Georgia Ports Authority has agreed to spend $170 million on 55 hybrid-engine rubber-tired gantry cranes. The new machines produce 50% fewer emissions.

Ports of Los Angeles, Tokyo and Yokohama agree to green shipping corridor

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 · SCMR Staff The three signed memorandum of understanding to expand global sustainability cooperation.

Pandemic-driven shipping surge ends

Monday, January 9, 2023 · SCMR Staff With imports below the 2 million TEU mark, major ports escape the pressures of the past year.

Port of Los Angeles advances women in transportation industry

Monday, November 21, 2022 · SCMR Staff Two executives honored for leadership in promoting and advocating gender diversity.

Port of Long Beach refuels its first LNG-powered container ship

Friday, September 9, 2022 · SCMR Staff Air quality benefits from extensive reduction in emissions and carbon dioxide.

Faster, Cheaper or Greener? How do you optimize shipping and transportation?

Monday, June 13, 2022 · SCMR Staff Learn how to reduce empty miles, manage inbound transfers and outbound shipments, and shrink your overall transportation spend through continuous improvement and optimization.