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Lombardi becomes Institute of International Container Lessors president
Former Port Authority of New York and New Jersey executive takes over at IICL from Steven Blust, who will continue in a senior adviser role.
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NCBFAA’s 35-year general counsel retires
The National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America’s general counsel Ed Greenberg looks forward to spending time with his grandson.
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Evolving consumer expectations and COVID-19 playing hardball with retailers
While COVID-19 helped increase e-commerce sales volumes, retailers struggle to manage lengthening holiday season lead times.
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Americold acquires Agro Merchants Group in $1.74 billion deal
Cold storage operator Americold expands its portfolio again, this time in a $1.74 billion bid for the world’s fourth-largest provider. Americold plans to offer 33…
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CMA CGM seeks tariff publication relief from FMC post-cyberattack
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission will consider the French liner carrier’s relief petition to give it time to clean up its systems.
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Industry groups ready responses to FMC’s ocean carrier pricing review
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission wants to learn the extent of allegations that ocean carriers are targeting noncontracted service providers for freight payment.
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With driverless trucks, trucking would not be the same
Self-driving trucks will drastically cut down on the need for truck drivers, while also disrupting allied segments like insurance, fuel stations and truck stops.
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FMC examines ocean carrier billing practices
U.S. Federal Maritime Commission steps forward with notice of inquiry to evaluate alleged ocean carrier abuse of “merchant” definition for bill of lading responsibility.
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SAL expands US project cargo footprint with Intermarine
SAL Heavy Lift Group sees Intermarine expanding its ability to serve project cargo shippers throughout North and South America.
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American exporters want end to erratic container return dates
The inability of ocean carriers to timely inform shippers of schedule changes results in costly logistics disruptions and potential for lost international sales.
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