MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Speaking at a maritime/defense industry event, Senator Mark Kelly (D-Arizona), said that revitalizing the commercial maritime industry is going to be key in 21st-century efforts to counter China in the world’s oceans. ” So, what will Senator Kelly propose exactly to revitalize the commercial maritime industry?

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2023

The once-tranquil seas are undergoing noticeable transformations, with the impacts of rising temperatures affecting maritime operations. This imminent danger hits the core of maritime operations, namely the ports. Challenge 4: Insurance Challenges The rise of extreme weather events creates dilemmas for the insurance industry.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The guaranteeing association is held liable by that country’s customs for payment in the event of violations of the terms of temporary importation. They are Roanoke Trade and the Corporation for International Business, who issue carnets on their behalf.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

If we’re going to be able to prepare for these types of events in future, we have to identify appropriate sources of information that we should focus on all the time — not just when [crisis] manifests,” said Randy Bradley, associate professor of information systems and supply chain management at the University of Tennessee.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Importers are already front-loading as it will cost them much more in the event tariffs are being implemented. Since this is coinciding with an early Chinese New Year next year, potential record shipment numbers for U.S. imports from China is on the horizon. warehouses rather than taking additional risks.

Supply Chains 105

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In the event of unsuccessful negotiations regarding the implementation of semi and full automation systems, the International Union of Port Workers, which represents 45,000 members, may resort to another strike. What challenges might American ports face over the subsequent two-month period?

Negotiating Skills 111

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MTS Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

Secretary of Defense Robert Gates was the main guest at the event and had a different threat in mind. Per their analysis for the last 15 years, the risk level went up from 2.0 I was at the TPM meeting back in early 2024. While everyone was mainly discussing the Houthi attacks on ships in the Suez Canal, Former U.S.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 12, 2024

The Event In Ningbo’s Zhenhai neighborhood, where one of the busiest ports in the world is situated, there was an explosion at approximately 8:57 AM local time. The event caused considerable damage to the neighborhood, numerous injuries, and a brief suspension of port operations.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 15, 2024

Events like the blockage of the Suez Canal in 2021 have shown the vulnerability of global trade routes, pushing companies to seek more reliable shipping options. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) projects that global seaborne trade will grow by 3.4% annually over the next five years.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 17, 2024

Also, the events in the past three years were a huge learning experience for the importers who otherwise haven’t paid this much attention to ocean freight rates and contract negotiations. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the Middle East conflict, and other major global events add further complexity to global supply chains.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Climate Change and Extreme Weather Threats to maritime infrastructure and vessel operations could come from rising sea levels and more frequent extreme weather events. It will be necessary to employ adaptation strategies to lessen these effects.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 26, 2022

Over $80,000 was already donated to Spectrum Works , a nonprofit that provides job training and employment to young adults with autism and builds inclusive workplaces, and MTS Logistics expects to top $90,000 or more by the June event. To learn more about the event, click here. It was a great pleasure to work together for this cause.”.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

COVID-19 and Hanjin’s bankruptcy both have had significant impacts on the global supply chain and share commonalities in the following ways: Disruptions to global trade: both events led to delays and increased costs for shippers and manufacturers who had to find alternative ways to transport their goods.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

The use of smart container solutions guarantees the transparency of operational movements and events within the supply chain. The maritime shipping industry is taking advantage of emerging technologies and concepts including digital. Digitalization fosters an environment of transparency to support competitiveness on equal.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

MTS Logistics recently held an educational environmental training and cleanup event on the beach in Izmir, Turkey. We equipped every event participant – young and old – on how to be the change they want to bring to the world, and how to actually perform the steps needed to make a difference. We had a lot of fun.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2025

If one has to decide whether they should spend time on networking events or not in freight forwarding, the best way that can be described as below: New companies must try enrolling more into networks to expand their identity fast. It is important to evaluate our strength and potential and benefits from this perspective.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) held an environmental summit centered around their campaign Seas at Risk. The latest event in London shows there is now a clear majority in favor of the carbon neutral future the organization has set forth. The ambitious plan has been put forward by the United Nations’ shipping body.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 21, 2023

According to a 2020 analysis by the Insurance Information Institute, these disruptions cost firms an average of $1.45 million per event. However, supply chain disruptions caused by document delays or loss can have severe financial consequences for businesses.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Potential stakeholders include donors, regional maritime technology cooperation centres, various decarbonization R&D centres, Global Industry Alliances, financial institutions, and more. The preparatory phase of IMO CARES is designed to identify various key stakeholders who might become part of the long-term IMO CARES programme.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 6, 2024

Things change easily and the logistics supply chain is still fragile and affected by unexpected events worldwide. The Covid Pandemic, Suez Canal attacks, Panama Canal drought, low water levels, and the Baltimore bridge collapse are just a few examples of current events which are changing the logistics supply chain’s common dynamics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Promising to be a dynamic convergence of leading players in the logistics industry, this event is poised to showcase the latest innovations, trends, and solutions driving the sector forward. Logistics Business will also be exhibiting.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 28, 2024

However, as global congestion and delays become more frequent and the interconnectedness of the international supply chain exacerbates the negative impact of local events, shippers face a higher risk, resulting in lost production and impacting sales.

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

American based gCaptain provides maritime information to some 600K unique monthly viewers, with a focus on commercial marine and offshore energy. Senior Director, Content, at IHS Maritime & Trade. Dr Seuss metaphor one day, expert analysis on the growth of EDI the next. joc_updates. Shipping Gazette Daily News.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The solar battery-powered tracking devices, equipped with internal sensors and GPS will transmit data through cell networks in addition to recording shock events and ambient temperature. The German carrier is also planning to launch a commercial product to utilize their smart fleet called “Live Position” around the same time.

Digital 111

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Depending on analysis of the visitor and exhibitor feedback, and in consideration of the situation regarding real-word events over the next 12 months, plans are being laid for a third staging of the Logistics Business Show in Spring 2022.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 30, 2023

Additionally, the countries agreed to form a “Crisis Response Network” that could help prevent many of the supply chain issues that arose from Covid, a black-swan event that caught all of the world’s major economics largely off-guard. The talks and deal struck come as China is escalating its economic war with the U.S.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2024

As the Chinese New Year approaches, businesses around the world brace themselves for the impact that this significant cultural event can have on logistics, particularly in ocean and air shipments. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a time of celebration, family gatherings, and tradition.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Additionally, wind turbines and related equipment can easily be damaged in tropical weather systems or certain weather events. At sea, weather conditions are always subject to rapid change.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

It provides financial compensation to owner of the goods in the event of accident, theft, lost cargo, natural disasters, or severe weather conditions that may occur during the shipping process.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 3, 2024

Hosting professional development workshops and networking events provides additional growth opportunities and vital industry connections. Mentoring also aids in developing leadership, communication, and networking skills allowing women to showcase their skills and expertise.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

When we face decreasing or increasing water levels, extraordinary natural events, and disasters, these connections can quickly break. The logistics sector is a vast, invisible network connecting the world, and container transportation forms its strongest branches. We saw this very clearly during the Covid pandemic.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

One of the biggest impacts of decoupling in the supply chain is that it helps minimize the impact of unexpected events. Spreading production across multiple countries or regions can mitigate the risk of production halts due to unexpected events. What are the impacts of decoupling in the supply chain?

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Regardless of whether it is a refrigerated or dry container, monitoring temperature spikes and events can identify structural damage, improper storage, or potentially dangerous situations such as fires.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Chinese New Year is a one-week event, but most factories are closed for a month which means the interruption of new orders. Major Holidays, like the Chinese New Year It is very highly likely that ocean freight rates will increase before major holidays overseas, especially pre-Chinese New Year.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Shipping industry stakeholders have faced many of these events, and they have changed the shipping industry irrevocably, for good. One event after another pushed the overall supply chain to its limits. No matter the exact cause, the shipping industry now faces all-time high freight rates.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The end of project report released today by the Decarbonising UK Freight Transport (DUKFT) Network, suggest several ways to overcome the chicken-and-egg problems associated with decarbonising road, rail and maritime freight transport.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Midwest, while global events and demand will determine global container rates. There was a similar story on the Shanghai-New York trade route, where container rates rose from just over $2,500 per 40-foot container on June 29th to $3,438 per 40-foot container on August 31st. Time will tell what direction rates continue in.

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