PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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industry insights covid-19

On May 19th, 2021, FEMA loosened some of the previous restrictive PPE materials for exports from the USA. Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs, reviews in his latest blog.

covid-19 industry insights

We review how the impending inauguration of Joseph R. Biden will usher in a year of transition for U.S. trade policy, including plans to build broad-based supply chain resilience and to work collaboratively with the private sector to improve productivity.

January 11, 2021

ocean freight covid-19

Carmen Gerace, Chief Transportation Officer, and Gene Welsh, Executive Director - Ocean Transport, share the latest updates and insight regarding the West Coast port situation including labor challenges, import cycles, an uptick in increased dwell time, and the severe shortage of chassis, among other issues.

January 11, 2021

covid-19 industry insights

In his latest blog, Michael Ford reviews a recent announcement by FEMA as it relates to updated requirements for exports of PPE.

January 11, 2021

ceo corner covid-19

In his final blog of 2020, BDP's Chairman and CEO Rich Bolte reflects on the trials and tribulations, highs and lows, and challenges and opportunities of the year. But amid the chaos and confusion, one thing remained constant: the essential role of the logistics industry.

January 11, 2021

industry insights covid-19 ocean freight

With our current market conditions and existing challenges it is hard to know exactly how we got here. In his latest blog, Carmen Gerace explains the causal relation between COVID-19 and equipment shortages as well as other circumstances that have exacerbated the situation.

January 11, 2021

covid-19

James Haak, Director - Training, Education & Development reviews methods and strategies that leaders can deploy to keep their teams connected and engaged during COVID-19.

January 11, 2021

talking trade covid-19

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, VP of Sales - Europe, Gerry Fama and Director of Sales, EMEA, Simona Ravera share insight and updates on the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccination, the process behind the development, and whether or not the industry is prepared for this massive undertaking.

January 11, 2021

industry insights covid-19

In his latest blog, Michael Ford - Vice President of Government and Industry Affairs, reviews a recent Federal Register announcement from FEMA regarding recent updates on export controls for PPE.

January 11, 2021

covid-19 talking trade

When COVID-19 forced the cancellation of BDP's annual Supply Chain Summit in Antwerp, Belgium, the team mobilized to orchestrate a virtual event to discuss the major challenges faced by global companies in today's reality. We'll hear snippets from some of the top industry executives from the air, ocean, and regulatory realms.