Across the ocean freight industry, most negotiations for yearly contracts with major shippers, smaller importers, and NVOCCs have come to a close. A tumultuous year of shipping has seen record-high prices, fully-utilized capacity, and unprecedented challenges for both...
Entering into the third month of 2021, shippers are still seeing the same issues with global congestion and equipment shortages that have plagued the entire cargo industry since the latter half of 2020. Without the ability to have the equipment and space to move...
At JM Rodgers, we are always seeking to improve the service and experience we give to our clients. As Customs brokers and freight forwarders, we know that it’s important that our clients always have access to the most up-to-date information on their shipments- and to...
Importers and exporters should prepare for a year ahead that will be marked by similar situations to now in cargo, with limited capacity coming up against extreme demand that is turning into rising rates and full vessels. Ports around the world are surging, with most...
With 2020 coming to a close this week, shippers need to be aware of a few trends heading into the next year that will affect their planning for the coming year. We at J.M. Rodgers are looking forward to the coming year and the opportunities it will bring. One issue...
JM Rodgers has been hard at work for the last few months remotely, with all of our staff able to work safely sheltered at home. In this time we have been able to maintain a healthy and well-provided-for workforce, still able to offer the same level of service and...