Maritime
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Ag shippers wants carriers held more accountable for container availability
The Agriculture Transportation Coalition has developed service contract guidance its members can use to set parameters for when ocean carriers should issue or withhold detention…
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FMC’s newest commissioner dives into role
Commissioner Carl Bentzel said the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission will have an increasing role in the development of shoreside activities that impact international container shipping.
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Freight transportation stakeholders grapple with big uncertainties
Geopolitical tides, e-commerce and technology are today’s “disruptors” in freight transportation, say panelists at Transportation Research Board convention.
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Shippers get boxes rolled on strong spot ocean freight rates
High number of canceled sailings butts up against post-holiday restocking demand in the U.S.
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For US ports, ‘gloves are back off and we are able to ship to China again’
Everything from driverless trucks, the U.S. tariff war with China and the growth of ocean ports was discussed during the opening day of the National…
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Commentary: What the Wright brothers teach the sea freight world about cross-industry pollination
The story of two bicycle mechanics from Ohio can provide inspiration for an industry facing a multitude of challenges.
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Career Tracks: From American Maritime Partnership to global supplier Meritor
BIMCO, BOLT, Commercial Jet and Kane Is Able also announce executive appointments.
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US updates IMO 2020 enforcement policy
Ship owners failing to prove compliance face criminal fines and penalties.
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Book review: ‘IMO 2020: A Regulatory Tsunami’
A new book places IMO 2020 in the context of a potential “third revolution” for shipping.
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THE Alliance to ship more from Southeast Asia to West Coast
Los Angeles port signals efficiency gains as the third-largest container alliance plans additional SE Asia stops.
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