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Swedish seaport adopts digital berth planner
Finnish software quickly books vacant berths, Port of Gothenburg says.
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Maritime & Ocean
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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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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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Container freight stumbles as Covid shuts China’s Ningbo port
Impact less significant than Yantian Port closure in May, but holiday peak import delays loom for U.S. importers.
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East Coast ports post record July volume
Virginia and Georgia post double-digit gains, anticipate continued elevated demand through the remainder of 2021.
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Strong volume continues through Port of New York and New Jersey
Total volume through the port rose 47% in June, officials said.
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Podcasts
The Logistics Matters podcast: Spencer Shute of Proxima on the impact President Biden's executive order on competition will have on logistics | Season 2 Episode 28
A recent executive order aims to encourage competition among American companies, but what impact will it have on the supply chain? Plus: Uber's acquisition of Transplace; sustainability remains a priority for supply chain companies.
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MARITIME/PORTS
Facing an unprecedented surge, where do ports and container lines go from here?
As the economy recovers from the pandemic, consumers are buying, businesses are reopening, and maritime operators are in a titanic struggle to process record-breaking cargo volumes. Next up: peak season.
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