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Port disruptions pushed drayage rates to 32% jump in September
Increase over 2020 fees caused by tropical storms, labor strikes, port closures, BookYourCargo says.
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Maritime & Ocean
Shipping forecasts see difficult conditions heading into 2022
FTR says road freight service will suffer over next several months, while project44 warns of empty shelves for holiday shoppers.
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BIG PICTURE
’Tis not the same season
This year’s holiday season may be more “normal” than the last, but it won’t be without its supply chain challenges.
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Maersk buys stake in California clean fuel producer
Shipping giant backs WasteFuel in bid to accelerate global production of bio-methanol in logistics decarbonization bid.
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Port delays lengthen as winter peak draws near
Flood of imports to Port of LA leads to three-year high of imbalance between inbound and outbound containers, Container xChange says.
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Swedish seaport adopts digital berth planner
Finnish software quickly books vacant berths, Port of Gothenburg says.
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Podcasts
The Logistics Matters podcast: Dr. Emily Tucker of Clemson University on our vulnerable pharmaceutical supply chains | Season 2 Episode 33
Most of the medicines we rely on every day come from just two key trading partners overseas. That has resulted in shortages of needed medications. Also: A new carbon-neutral cargo ship is unveiled; we discuss the current state of logistics.
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Maersk to take delivery of carbon-neutral container ships in 2024
Methanol-powered vessels boast 16,000 TEU capacity, but sourcing their specialized fuel may be a challenge.
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Covid shutdowns at Chinese ports squeeze container rates
Pandemic problems at Yantian caused container prices to triple between June and August, Container xChange says.
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Podcasts
The Logistics Matters podcast: Scott Cornell of Travelers on cargo theft | Season 2 Episode 32
Cargo theft is on the rise compared to pre-pandemic levels. Here's what thieves are stealing now, and how to protect your shipments. Also: Ports set record volumes in July; a more affordable type of truck insurance.
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