by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Mar 29, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: The US and UK strike a deal for aluminum and steel imports, high fuel prices continue to affect ocean carrier rates and inland cargo transport, FMC audit looks into carriers that have denied containers to US exporters, West Coast Asia imports at record lows...
by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Mar 22, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: Strong February imports from Asia indicate 2022 could see continued congestion rates at US ports. US lawmakers work to address limited antitrust immunity among container carriers. The government’s FLOW project begins work to utilize supply chain management...
by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Mar 15, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
Supply chain disruptions could last until 2023 according to TPM22 speakers, Charleston Port increases operating hours to cope with backlogs, the Port of Mobile receives DOT grant for further development and expansion, FMC grants Expeditors International a 90-day...
by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Mar 7, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
U.S. construction industry supply chains experience extra strain due to the Russian-Ukrainian war, leading to material shortages and rising costs, and major carriers and customs agencies are refusing Russian shipments. TPM22 conference reveals labor unrest regarding...
by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Mar 1, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
A cyberattack on Expeditors International of Washington has shut down its online operations, leaving many shippers unable to secure bookings or receive shipment information. The Port of Charleston introduced a temporary embargo on exports as it continued to struggle...
by J.M. Rodgers, Co., Inc. | Feb 22, 2022 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
TPM22 talks are fast approaching, and carriers have shown that they have the upper hand in negotiations as U.S. importers face higher rates and more challenges in securing carrier space. Port congestion over the past year has led to higher numbers of shipper-owned...
