Chinese New Year
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Lunar New Year impact will be minimal on imports
China's biggest holiday used to have a dramatic impact on U.S. transportation and the flow of goods. Now it seems more of an afterthought.
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Global supply chains choke under tsunami of freight
Thanks to COVID, there are no seasonal highs and lows for international shipping. There is so much demand for goods that the peak season never…
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Commentary: Breaking the backbone of trade
China’s latest maritime measure to control the spread of the coronavirus will add to the clog of containers at ports.
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Ocean freight stays hot – Navigate B2B
Steve Ferreira discusses the “rocket-powered” ocean freight market ahead of Chinese New Year.
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South Carolina Ports volumes holding steady
CEO Jim Newsome optimistic about economic recovery in 2021.
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Ag shippers want more container ‘free time’ during coronavirus outbreak
“As long as there continues to be a lack of cargo and documentation handling in the ports due to the virus, our exporters and importers…
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The impact of coronavirus on China-centered supply chains
The Wuhan coronavirus has forced several Chinese cities into a state of lockdown, severely affecting manufacturing hubs and constricting global supply chains.
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Weekly Market Update: So far, so February
So far this February has been what we would expect. Does the normally slow month have any surprises up its sleeves?
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Weekly Market Update: Has the freight market bottomed?
Volumes and capacity remain flat through the first week of February. Has the freight market weathered the slowest part of the year?
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West Coast brokers took big margins on softening spot rates, but the party’s over
For months, West Coast spot rates have been softening, allowing brokers to take big margins and shippers to move freight inexpensively, with short lead times.…
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