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8 Maritime shipping challenges affecting enterprise shippers

FreightWaves SONAR

Enterprise shippers have always been an integral part of the maritime shipping industry and its partnership with truck fleet management. And likewise, maritime transportation has been a dominant player in global transportation for decades. Take a look at 8 shipping challenges in the maritime, or ocean, mode.

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Maritime Market Madness

FreightWaves SONAR

Well, the maritime market is in the middle of its own “August madness.” The maritime market madness has caused some retailers to wonder if Christmas is going to be canceled. The pressure in the maritime market has been caused by numerous factors including: Historically high U.S. You’ve heard of “March Madness.”

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Experts Choice Of Top Online Logistics Resources

Freightos

Intro Email Newsletters News Sites Social Media Influencers Blogs Unexpected Places. 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. joc_updates. Shipping Gazette Daily News.

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Thought Leadership Updates with Art Chrapko

Now, That's Logistics

Welcome to my blog series that dives deep into the ever-evolving world of ocean freight logistics! Whether you’re a seasoned maritime professional or a curious enthusiast, this series will keep you anchored to the forefront of this dynamic and vital global business.

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NYC Plans New Shipping Hubs to Replace Existing Infrastructure, in Experiment

MTS Logistics

Local New York City-based blog Gothamist reported today that New York City is eyeing a transformative vision for how shipping and freight intersect and function across the city. NYC plans to transform six locations around the city’s waterfront into “hubs” for maritime shipping.

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SONAR Container Atlas is a new maritime container shipping monitor 

FreightWaves SONAR

FreightWaves SONAR is adding to its upstream view of the supply chain with the expansion of its maritime visibility solution. SCA measures maritime container shipping activity by using three primary components: Ocean container spot rates, which cover most of the world’s highest volume lanes. Maritime supply and demand.

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Navigating Regulatory Shifts: Billing Updates in Per Diem Invoices

Blue Grace Logistics

On February 28th, 2024, The Federal Maritime Commission made a final ruling on Per Diem billing requirements, set to go into effect on May 28, 2024. With ever-changing laws and regulations, shippers and carriers continue to face challenges.

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