Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 30, 2021

In late-January, Maritime Executive and other media outlets said that new analysis by Container xChange reveals a “positive trend in availability,” and that the container leasing platform was expecting Chinese New Year to be a turning point in the persistent container shortage. for standard 20-foot containers and 0.38 An index of 0.5

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

To reduce costs and shipping delays, and to optimize inventory, manufacturers like his need to know precisely when, for example, to manufacture boxes that its retailer customer will use to ship the products it sells. The maritime industry — 90% of world trade travels by sea — is notoriously manual.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

Port congestion poses significant challenges to global supply chains, maritime trade, and overall economic efficiency. For example, if a vessel is delayed due to adverse weather, port operators can adjust resource allocation accordingly. Regular maintenance prevents unexpected breakdowns and ensures that equipment remains operational.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Maritime Alliance, the group negotiating with for the ports has offered 50% raises over the six-year life of the contract but the union has signaled that it plans on sticking with its initial 77% pay increase over six years.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 11, 2024

In the report, it was stated that fluctuating freight markets and interrupted deliveries put global maritime transportation under pressure, and the following statements were made: “Increasing security concerns primarily means higher premiums for the insured. Choosing alternative routes doesn’t really decrease insurance costs much.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

From Shanghai to Genoa, for example, the weekly change in rate has increased from $1,956/FEU to $4,178/FEU according to Drewry Supply Chain advisors. Trade routes from Asia to North Europe and the Mediterranean have seen the most drastic week-to-week changes in spot market container freight. What comes next for rates and the industry?

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Freightos

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Transpacific ocean rates were level to close November and about even with the start of the month, with prices to the West Coast 22% higher than in 2019 and East Coast rates 9% below the 2019 mark.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 7, 2024

As trade has dramatically increased, the need to reduce emissions from burning fuel has become a leading global problem for the maritime shipping industry. Some examples of those new types of ships as follows: Wind-Assisted Propulsion Ships 1. There are many solutions at hand to reduce emissions from ships.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

One major example is semiconductors. Per their analysis for the last 15 years, the risk level went up from 2.0 Apart from the delays in transit times, certain commodities do not have any alternative place to switch since certain commodities are considered high-tech where they can only be produced in certain countries.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), might not reach a resolution before the current contract expires tonight, September 30th. These ports handle approximately 43% of all U.S.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 24, 2024

For example, receiving alerts about intentionally or accidentally opening container doors enables quick intervention to prevent damage or loss from environmental exposure. In summary, these advancements bring cargo security and supply chain resilience into the digital age, actively contributing to a safer maritime industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 5, 2024

For example, Transporeon data shows that container shipping prices from Asia to Europe have recently spiked by 300%. But geopolitical upheaval is just one of many sources of disruption facing the European maritime transportation sector, with two important legislative changes coming into force.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 9, 2022

With the further release of container inventory into the market, for example from the disposal of leasing fleets, there will be added pressure on depots in the coming months,” container logistics expert Christian Roeloffs stated in an industry update several weeks ago. The Outlook. A blank sail, simply put, is a canceled sailing.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 15, 2024

The Port of Long Beach, for example, is undergoing a $1.5 The International Maritime Organization (IMO) projects that global seaborne trade will grow by 3.4% For instance, Maersk has ordered a fleet of mega-ships, each capable of carrying over 24,000 TEUs, to improve capacity and reduce per-unit shipping costs.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 1, 2022

On the other hand, this discount could cause issues, According to Lars Jensen, CEO of liner consultancy Vespucci Maritim, and MoreThanShipping.com contributor. For example, differing postage costs may mean you pay more for delivery in one country than in another. The Question Mark.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 20, 2022

Covid lockdowns proved that any disturbance in the flow of containers has enormous consequences and terminals are a good example of that. One of the biggest issues being discussed by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and being debated by Congress in a pending shipping bill is detention charges.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 12, 2021

For example, in a flight, the wind and its direction are also considered. On the other hand, in maritime transport, the weather and route must be taken into account. Today, many companies have already launched AI tools to improve the prediction of maritime and land transport operations. For example, consider drayage movement.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 26, 2024

For example, think about the Suez Canal. The Silk Road is a prime example of that. There are many examples that we could touch upon but the above are the two main ones. Trade through the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean from China, India, Malaysia, etc. Not all trade routes have the same importance they once had.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 24, 2023

January 1st, 2023 marked the starting date of some new regulations drafted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a branch of NATO, to significantly reduce carbon emissions by large oceanic shipping vessels over time. Some new IMO regulations in the shipping industry went into effect earlier this year.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

APRIL 29, 2020

Passage through Kerch Strait by vessels is a prime example of possible financing (or other financial impacts) in favor of maritime business entities being subject to sanctions. which may prevent from making a gross mistake and, as the result, bearing too high expenses.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 3, 2021

Federal Maritime Regulators intervened, demanding that marine terminal operators and container lines explain how they are assessing detention and demurrage. Rebecca Dye is the Federal Maritime Commissioner (FMC) and has led an investigation and fact-finding exercise concerning the management of detention and demurrage.

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The Logistics Academy

JULY 26, 2017

One example is the upcoming next-generation Logistics Hub that will house a multi-story Inland Container Depot (ICD), featuring a modern crane system, a multi-tenant logistics center, as well as a heavy vehicle park. Another example of effective collaboration is the Logistics Professional Conversion Program.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Below is a real-world example of the need for human involvement in logistics. A prime example is a recent shipment handled by MTS Logistics Project Division where a lift drawing showcased lifting lugs on piece of machinery. Yet, in person there were no lifting lugs and a change of plan was needed.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 15, 2020

Towards this objective, the International Maritime Health Association (IMHA) has reviewed the current evidence and is in the process of obtaining additional information on current practices around the world, along with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). Delay in transport or analysis. Taking the swab too early in the illness.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 20, 2024

For example, we are currently facing issues in the Red Sea that disrupt trade in amounts to what would be close to 15%. Either example would not be good for any of the players. Whatever comes our way, we can surely adapt to. That could mean a factory in Germany that sells goods to the U.S. Nonetheless, it has a similar effect globally.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2023

One area to watch: rail Heading into 2024 for example, in sustainability and technology improvements, rail is standing out far more than in past years as an attractive option due to the gains it has made in service, sustainability, and technology. This has been seen with AI, robotics, and specialized software.

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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 Statistics and Examples 1. The global shipping industry heavily relies on accurate and timely documentation, such as the Bill of Lading (BOL), to transport an astounding 11 billion tons of cargo annually.

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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

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

One of the examples of this that positively affects world trade is the National Transport and Logistics Strategy announced by Saudi Arabia about two years ago. It’s well-known that the growth and development strategies of countries either develop or complicate the commercial activities of the companies operating in that region.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2024

Wind power, for example, requires favorable wind conditions to generate enough energy for power. With thousands of container ships in service throughout the world, there will still be many ships unable or unwilling to make the transition to greener fuels due to higher costs, engineering requirements, etc.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

A great example of the need for freight insurance is the current Red Sea crisis. Also, cargo in transit during winter is susceptible to various perils such as freezing and water damage, and temperature-sensitive goods may be at risk.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 22, 2022

Based on past global behaviors, these are just a few examples of the general consensus among analysts, but the past isn’t always indicative of the future. China is a prime example of that; for years they had focused on such methods and now they are a global trading power house, and the recent trade war between the U.S. economy.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

One prime example of this is California with the state’s Port of Los Angeles upgrades and the Clean Air Act with regulations on freight transportation air pollution. The trend of greener shipping One of the sustainable trends being seen is the goal to reduce the carbon footprint of logistics by adapting green practices.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

We also showed participants a real-life example of someone who is demonstratively making a key difference in the future of the environment. This was a very impressive example of how one person can contribute to the habitat of sea creatures and restore our natural ecosystems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 25, 2024

Take Germany, for example: the “Trends in Logistics & SCM” study conducted by the German Logistics Association BVL in 2023 shows that cost pressure was the most important topic for decision-makers in 2016, but in 2023 it only ranks fourth. Things were different a few years ago. Sometimes very successfully.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 24, 2023

For example, John Kirby, spokesperson for the U.S. The New York Times reported this week that after a series of incidents disrupting commercial shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. will be proactive in pushing back against future threats. ” Following those words, the U.S.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 11, 2022

For example, in recent years, with the Covid pandemic, American consumers have experienced the hardships of a globalized economy. This means that supply chain management will need to focus on providing greater transparency into the supply chain, so that consumers can make informed choices about the products they buy.

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