Top

Tag: Port


Suppliers

Are more port disruptions ahead?

February 18, 2022

Via: SCMR Editorial

We asked Brian Whitlock, Senior Director Analyst with Gartner’s Supply Chain practice, for his perspective on the U.S. Pacific Coast Longshore contract negotiations and what might be the next big port disruption. This contract renewal is important for two reasons. […]


Suppliers

Port Tracker report eyes a return to normal for U.S.-bound import volumes

January 12, 2022

Via: SCMR Editorial

A return to normalcy, as it relates to import levels, is expected in 2022, following a 2021, which ostensibly saw new record United States-bound import numbers on a near monthly basis, according to the most recent edition of the Port […]


Suppliers

Toymaker Ty air ships products for the holidays to avoid port congestion

December 3, 2021

Via: Retail Dive

More companies are taking their freight to the skies as the holidays begin, sacrificing the cost-effectiveness of ocean shipping to ensure products arrive in time. “I’m determined not to let the global supply chain issues interfere with the holidays, and […]


Suppliers

Costco to charter 3 vessels for Transpacific routes

September 30, 2021

Via: Retail Dive

Using chartered ships isn’t common practice, but the current supply chain environment leaves retailers with limited options. Companies are taking extraordinary measures to have control over their cargo and have inventory arrive on time. Port delays, container shortages, disruptions from […]