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As the threat of a strike at US East and Gulf Coast ports escalates, labour negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and port operators remain unresolved. With tensions high, efforts to break the deadlock have stalled, and concerns continue…
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The potential strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is poised to cause significant disruption to US supply chains, particularly across East and Gulf Coast ports. With negotiations between the ILA and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) deadlocked, there…
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The discovery of incendiary devices in European parcel networks has prompted swift action from the US and Canadian governments to tighten air cargo security. In July, two incendiary devices were found at a Leipzig parcel hub, having originated from the…
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Despite recent resolutions in Canada and India, ongoing labor unrest continues to pose significant risks to global supply chains, particularly in the maritime sector. While strikes at ports and other supply chain infrastructure are not uncommon and typically cause localised…
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Air cargo demand surged again in July, and shippers are advised to plan and book space early to avoid disruptions during the upcoming peak season. According to IATA's latest figures, global air cargo demand rose by 14% year-on-year, fuelled by…
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Shippers continue to navigate a mix of recovery and ongoing challenges across air, sea, and road freight, with varying degree of intensity around the globe. As we move through the third quarter, businesses must remain agile, with the potential for…
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Recent fires at major ports, including the explosion aboard the YM Mobility at Ningbo on the 9th of August, have highlighted a critical issue: the danger of not having appropriate marine insurance in place. As global supply chains become increasingly…
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The outlook for the 2024 peak season appears optimistic, with carriers showing confidence through their planned levels of blank sailings and capacity deployment for the remainder of the third quarter. We review the carriers strategic approach to blank sailing, for…
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