MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

From large retailers to small to midsize importers, based on our conversations and meetings with our clients, the overall sentiment is clear: bring shipments now and store them in U.S. Regardless of the sourcing shift from China to elsewhere, there is not a single country that comes to close to this number to meet sourcing demand.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 26, 2024

The port aims to enhance South America’s trade potential and meet the vast population needs of China. Located in the northwest part of the project area, it includes the Punta Chancay massif, the surrounding maritime area, the bay extending eastwards, and the maritime zone extending south of Punta Chancay.

Construction 111

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 29, 2022

With all the issues with international supply chains and ocean shipping in particular, the main priority of all involved now is getting the goods to their warehouses with reasonable cost levels and being stocked up to meet the customer demands while keeping everyone’s sanity. Around 80% of global trade by volume is carried by the ocean.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 25, 2024

Important Components of Contracts for Ocean Freight The negotiation of rates and prices is a fundamental component of maritime freight contracts. Shippers need to know that there will be enough equipment available to meet their shipping requirements.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By making these changes and implementing such tools, organizations can maintain the speed and meet business needs effortlessly. AI and Machine Learning: The Future for Logistics Additionally, organizations and IT companies can achieve remarkable results by integrating AI and machine learning into existing and new software.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

Decarbonisation of the global maritime industry could support the creation of up to four million green jobs by 2050. Based on Green Jobs and Maritime Decarbonisation , new analysis by the Global Maritime Forum and Arup. trillion of infrastructure investment.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

” In a recent video message to union members, shared during the September meeting, Dennis Daggett, executive vice president of the ILA and son of Harold Daggett, described automation as a “cancer” in the port industry. He also called semi-automation a “back-avenue into automation.”

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MTS Logistics

MAY 13, 2024

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

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 6, 2022

According to new reports and an analysis of market research, South Korea saw 16 new vessels ordered with a total of 820,000 tons. However, the largest market share for shipbuilding still is in China, where there were 45 new ship orders, for a total of over 1.5 million tons.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 9, 2021

H aving access to real-time freight data and being able to make good use of it is essential for global trade and maritime shipping. The better global retailers and BCOs understand market conditions through smart data analysis, the easier they will secure on-time drayage moves or deliveries.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Maritime trade has always had its ups and downs due to product cycles throughout history. Since over 80% of traded goods are moved via the sea (UNCTAD; Review of Maritime Transport 2021), we can confidently say that the entire developed world depends on sea transportation to survive.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 15, 2024

Companies like Amazon, Alibaba, and other online retailers are importing vast quantities of goods to meet consumer demand. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) projects that global seaborne trade will grow by 3.4% The average cost to ship a 40-foot container has more than tripled compared to pre-pandemic levels.

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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. In order to meet these challenges and guarantee the industry’s continued growth and success, its capacity to innovate and adapt will be essential.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 10, 2023

On Thursday, the union had a monthly meeting and Friday, employees stayed home to observe the religious holiday. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) have been unable to come to an agreement on a new contract with the focus being on wages and the role of automation at the ports.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

At More Than Shipping, we are committed to informing you about the ongoing negotiations between the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. Despite USMX’s efforts to resume discussions with ILA on a new Master Contract, they have faced challenges in arranging a meeting with ILA leadership.

Negotiating Skills 107

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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. If a ship exceeds the baseline, modifications are required to meet that baseline.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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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 2050 targets should be agreed upon in the first half of 2023 at the organization’s June meeting. The ambitious plan has been put forward by the United Nations’ shipping body. In Conclusion.

Negotiating Skills 98

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Shipping and Freight Resource

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) data provides benefits to many types of businesses, from maritime and shipping to commodity trading and investment analysis. This is an important step in your research as it will allow you to see if the data meets your needs quickly. 6 – Hold Meetings and Make Your Decision as a Team.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

According to Maritime Executive , “Eight international carriers split into three different alliances control 80% of the market today. Recognize that not all loads are as lucrative as meets the eye, letting data do the talking Benchmarking may be the first step, but the next focuses on identifying the less-lucrative loads.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2021

With the closure of ports, negative consequences in maritime shipping are experienced more frequently. When forecasts successfully predict a major storm, distributors can deliver proactively and retailers can be well supplied to meet the increase in customer demand. Multi-Warehouse Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Leading into 2023, although a rail strike seems to be avoided for now, there are still not enough truckers to meet current or future demand. Warehousing is also expected to have problems providing sufficient labor to meet demand. Therefore, any digital process management and automation to be used must meet customer demands.

Supply Chain Software 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

have seen volumes drop dramatically also because of the slow pace of contract talks between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association. This year the twin complexes at Los Angeles and Long Beach, Calif., Those negotiations resulted in a tentative agreement that is now undergoing a ratification vote.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2024

The shipping giant had bet its security on Operation Prosperity Guardian, but in its current form, the operation has failed to meet its objective of fully securing the shipping corridor in the Red Sea. Even today, January 3rd, more vessels came under fire in the Red Sea as the Houthis continued their attacks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The maritime transport industry is responsible for around 3% of anthropogenic greenhouse gases (GHG) emitted globally, releasing around 1,076 million tons of CO2 into our atmosphere every year. PortXchange has already acted on all three commitments: Preparing an annual footprint analysis. PortXchange Products B.V. ,

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Moreover, due to the equipment shortage, products scheduled for export cannot meet their agreed-upon dates. This equipment crisis is directly affecting the operations of exporters and forwarders, leading to a significant increase in “SPLIT / ROLL” situations.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 15, 2022

at all costs to meet order demand from large retailers and consumers. If inflation is expected to start falling by the end of this year and go back to normal levels sometime next year, import shipments must have a six month head start to meet expected demand. This demand seemed to be never ending. The Slowdown.

Supply Chain Software 105

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Dedola Global Logistics

JUNE 2, 2024

Comparative Analysis In this section, we’ll take a focused look at the respective roles and functions of carriers and NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers), drawing out key distinctions and considerations for shippers navigating their options.

Negotiating Skills 98

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Real-time delivery status updates are crucial for keeping customers informed about their orders, ensuring they are present to receive them, and confirming that the contents meet their expectations. Once onboard, our progressive human resource policies and programs ensure that employees are motivated to achieve at their highest levels.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Authorities sought to meet a specific prevention target by April 20th, but only two districts were able to do so. It all started with the lockdown in the key city of Shanghai, where people have been under lockdown since March 28th. Shanghai has failed to prevent community transmission of the infectious Omicron strain.

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 24, 2024

This leads retailers to lean on importing to make sure they have enough goods to meet demand. Cost and affordability are the most basic reason that imports may offer competitive prices compared to domestically produced goods.

Outbound 104

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 30, 2023

Shippers can move only the inventory they need to meet demand instead of wasting unnecessary time filling a 40-foot container. Given the rising cost of production due to global inflation, and when we add to this the increasing storage costs, the ability to reduce the amount of freight shipped at once can be a game changer.

Cost Reduction 98

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Optimal Sourcing 98

MTS Logistics

JANUARY 24, 2024

With the longer voyage times, it is not feasible to meet demand with less available shipping vessels to transport the LNG shipments. Now, this week, Qatar announced it is delaying some LNG shipments meant for Europe. Qatar let some buyers of its LNG exports know that shipments have been delayed due to the ongoing attacks.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

With our expertise in managing the complexity of these moves, MTS Logistics is ready to meet growing demand, ensuring that these projects are completed on-time and within budget for the upcoming critical infrastructure upgrades in states like California and across the U.S. These transformers can weigh from 100 to 400 tons.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 105

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

There are several types of cargo insurance designed to meet diverse of shippers and cargo owners. It is also resulting in increased shipping costs, potential cargo loss, and the risk of damage to goods. Insurance could have helped offset those costs for some shippers. Here are common types of it to consider for insuring your cargoes.

Cargo 111

Cargo Temperature Security Freight 111

MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

They can be customized to meet the specific needs of fashion brands, retailers, or logistics providers. Door Design The doors of GOH containers typically have a wide opening to facilitate the loading and unloading of garments on hangers without excessive handling.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2022

For starters, more infrastructure is needed to meet higher demand. West Coast has dropped considerably this year to almost pre-pandemic levels but they still have a long way to go if there is any hope in enticing shippers back to U.S. West Coast ports (or at least entice them to ship solely through their ports.). Which, by the way, U.S.

Trends 104

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 11, 2022

Maersk, the shipping giant, is launching a new cargo airline to try and better meet customers needs. The Danish company announced that it will be joining a growing number of private sector companies which are investing in their own aircraft amid supply chain challenges and long delivery times.

Cargo 98

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