It is anticipated that the trans-pacific spot rates will continue to rise, in the short term at least. That is … Read More
The New Alliances Are Here: Prepare for Disruptions in Your Supply Chain
Being in the middle of a transition means that the shipping industry is coping with multiple uncertainties on all sides. … Read More
Trans-Pacific Freight Rates Take a Tumble
The seasonal downtrends for spot rates on the Eastbound Trans-Pacific lines have continued unabated. There are still no major developments … Read More
New Carriers, Alliances, and Ships, Oh My!: Market Effects Caused by a Turbulent Container Industry
In 2017 there will be a lot of uncertainty in the shipping industry. Some of the key changes include the … Read More
2017’s Top 5 Shipping Trends
The shipping industry is almost always in a state of flux, with frequent and sweeping changes. The challenges and opportunities … Read More
How US-China Trade Relations Will Affect Shippers in 2017
Shipping relies on international trade in order to function. At the same time, there are no bigger trade nations than … Read More
The Effect of Consolidations, Mergers, and Alliances on Ocean Shipping in 2017
The shipping industry has responded to adversity in 2015 and 2016 in a range of ways. These responses are likely … Read More
US Importers Face Increasing Trans-Pacific Freight Rates and Less Friendly Terms of Business
The current regime gives every indication that there will be an uptick in the contract rates for Trans-Pacific routes. To … Read More
UPDATE Effects of Hanjin’s Fallout on International Shipping
The ocean shipping industry is still recovering after South Korea’s largest shipping line unexpectedly filed for bankruptcy protection, freezing all of … Read More
