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Planning Ahead: How Shippers Can Prep for Post-Coronavirus
In the midst of a black swan event, it is difficult for shippers to see beyond the fog and plan for what to do when…
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Ocean cargo continues to flow to the Port of Alaska
Despite COVID-19 concerns, the Port of Alaska and ocean carriers calling Anchorage insist that ships loaded with containers will continue to arrive on schedule.
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Air Cargo
US Customs prioritizes clearance of medical supplies
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said it will do its part to keep imports of medical gear flowing efficiently into the country.
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Ocean carriers asked to ‘exercise restraint’ on container charges
FIATA questions the reasonableness of assessing demurrage and detention charges against shippers and forwarders during pandemic.
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Maritime History Notes: America’s hospital ships
The Comfort and Mercy, now assisting America through the COVID-19 pandemic, started as crude oil tankers.
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FMC tracks COVID-19-induced supply chain bottlenecks
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will lead the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission effort with industry to identify “operational solutions to cargo delivery challenges” caused by the coronavirus…
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Technology
Logistics companies rush in with services for supply chain stakeholders battling COVID-19
In the times of COVID-19, logistics companies are stepping up to help the industry in ways they can.
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Driver issues
Scared drivers press on toward looming freight cliff
Long-haul truckers practice social distancing by staying in their sleeper berths, uncertain where their next load will come from as manufacturers and retailers shut down.
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Air Cargo
American to park 80% of domestic capacity by May
New Hawaii travel restrictions force airlines to make additional flight cutbacks.
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