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Trendwatch: Three new services and a transpacific focus for Ocean Alliance in 2025; Retailers Continue to Front-Load Imports into U.S. Ports; Rail crisis sees boxes pile up at Dhaka – with Ramadan and Eid looming

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 3 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: ILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract; Cape of Good Hope detours look set to continue until 'August, at least'; Cosco share price falls after US lists carrier as a Chinese 'military asset'

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 2 of 2025.

Navigating Turbulence: Supply Chain Resilience in the Middle East's Chemical and Petrochemical Industry Amid Geopolitical Unrest

The Middle East's chemical industry has long played a vital global role thanks to the dependability of the economy, strategic location, and the potential for even greater growth thanks to an emphasis on new investments in infrastructure and production capacity.

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Trendwatch: Trump again backs longshore union as possible port strike nears; Growing demand could see shippers’ air cargo spend rise in 2025; Carriers unveil Panama Canal transit surcharges for new year

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 51 of 2024.

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Trendwatch: Shippers breathe again as threat of Indian port strikes eases; Retailers urge talks to avoid US east coast port strikes; Global trade shows durability amid Red Sea, tariff threats

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 50 of 2024.

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December 6, 2024

Pier Pressure: ILA Strike Round 2?

As the January 15 deadline looms, the ILA and USMX have not made any significant strides at the negotiating table. Automation continues to be the focal point, and many shippers are being proactive in anticipation of a Round 2 strike. In his latest blog, Andrew McLoone, Executive Director, reviews contingency considerations to mitigate possible disruptions.

December 6, 2024

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Trendwatch: USMX: Automation is Essential to Future of U.S. Ports; The Red Sea crisis and its impact on containership deployment; Trump threatens 100% tariffs on BRICS countries

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 49 of 2024.

December 6, 2024

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Trendwatch: Trump pledges 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, more on China too; Near-shoring shippers eye Miami Airport as the gateway to the US consumer; Mediation for Montreal port labor talks

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 48 of 2024.

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November 27, 2024

Trump Tariffs and the Potential Impact on Ocean Shipping

With the prospects of a new Trump administration entering the White House in January 2025, there has been much speculation on the ramifications of potential tariffs proposed during his 2024 presidential election campaign and their effect on the ocean transportation market. A look back at the actions around tariffs in the first Trump administration may offer some clues for the future.

November 27, 2024

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Trendwatch: Back to work order sees Canadian ports reopen to a battle against backlogs; U.S. Trade Chief Stresses Targeted Approach to Tariffs Against China; Delays at Mauritius transhipment hub spark box line congestion surcharges

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 47 of 2024.