US Port Strike : Talks Break Down Again
Talks to avoid a continuation of the US East and Gulf Coast port strike have broken down, while the port strikes in Canada, which have been heavily disrupting logistics in the country, have come to an end. USA The likelihood of a continuation of October’s US East and Gulf Coast port strike has increased in […]
Tariff Uncertainty For Global Leaders
After a much publicised election campaign, Donald Trump will take over as the new US president on January 20th and countries around the world wait to see what happens with import tariffs. Trump has frequently stated he will impose tariff hikes of up to 60% from China and 10-20% from the rest of the world, […]
Disruption Throughout Canada Due To Port Strikes
Ocean and rail freight movements to, from and through Canada are currently being disrupted by a series of port strikes which have affected operations at all ports. The Port of Montreal is the most impacted, where indefinite strike action started at two of its terminals on October 31st. The port had already experienced delays, with […]
China’s Interest In The US Election Result
The US presidential election campaign should be concluded next week, when the majority of voters go to the polls to choose between former President Donald Trump and Vice-President Kamala Harris as their next president on Tuesday 5th November. According to polls, the contest is incredibly close, with a poll of polls suggesting Harris has a […]
Bangladesh : Events That Have Led To Widespread Disruption
Bangladesh ports and airports have been subject to a whole series of unique events that have led to widespread congestion and disruption to its exports and imports recently. The latest example is this week’s 48-hour cargo transport strike at the country’s main port in Chittagong. The strike started on Monday and finished today, but resulted […]
London Gateway Set To Become UK’s Largest Port
London Gateway looks set to become the UK’s largest container port by the end of this decade, following this week’s announcement of a £1 billion expansion. DP World confirmed plans to create two new berths, expanding the port to six berths, which will increase the port’s capacity and its ability to handle today’s modern megaships. […]
US Port Workers Strike Is Now Over
The Port strike impacting US East and Gulf coasts ports has come to an end, with workers expected to return to work on Friday (October 4th). The ILA union and the USMX both confirm that they have reached an agreement on wages and work will resume until January 15th, by when they hope to have […]
Montreal – The Latest Port In Fear Of Strike
As we approach the final critical hours ahead of a major strike at US ports, news has broken that some of the workforce at the Port of Montreal are also set to strike. A three-day strike at two of the port’s terminals – namely Viau and Maisonneuve Terminals – is due to come into effect […]
US Port Strike Looms Large As Surcharges Introduced
29th September Update: The International Longshoremen’s Association union advised on Sunday September 29th that the port strike will be going ahead this week Original Article 23rd September : The threat of a major US port strike is looming large, as carriers announce emergency surcharges to apply from October. New contract talks have completely stalled […]
High Demand For Asia Air Freight This Peak Season
Asia origin air freight services are already in high demand ahead of the traditional peak season, and we may be about to enter one of the highest peaks ever. Several service routes are already witnessing low availability for space, and there have been concerns that capacity will not be able to cater for all of […]
