Following the blockage of the Suez Canal; there has been renewed interest in the world of shipping and how it … Read More
What Does Section 321 Mean for ECommerce?
The drive to reduce costs for businesses has made e-Commerce an attractive option, particularly in import-export sectors. The Customs and … Read More
Effect of Limited Carrier Capacity on Order Processing
Generally speaking, e-commerce has boomed during the COVID-19 crisis, in part because consumers are less willing to shop in person … Read More
Types of Logistics Providers Explained in Plain English
There is an increasing level of sophistication that customers expect from logistics. During the Covid-19 crisis, the robustness of supply … Read More
How E-Commerce is Extending the Peak Season for Cargo Companies
E-commerce has emerged as one of the most important trends in the shipping industry. It allows companies that operate in … Read More
Recovering from the Hurricane Season: How the Shipping Industry is Coping
The problems arising out of Hurricane Irma have reached the shipping industry. The natural disaster has affected US supply chains … Read More
Will the Large Shipping Alliances Work? The Evidence So Far
While April 1st is a day of practical jokes and enjoying spring weather for most Americans, the world of global … Read More
The Detention and Demurrage Petition: What You Need to Know
In December 2016, The Coalition for Port Practices filed a petition with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). The coalition asked … Read More
The Shipping Industry in Focus: What Can We Expect in 2017?
The coming year will be one of consolidation and strategic alliances given the fact that the industry has been through … Read More