Ocean Carriers Consider Return to Red Sea, China Tariff Hike by Feb. 1st, LTL Providers Move After Cross-Border Business
This week: Ocean carriers consider resuming Red Sea transits following Houthi announcement President Trump tells reporters China tariff hike “probably” coming February 1st Despite Trump’s stance on green initiatives, LA-LB port complex officials moving forward US LTL...
Red Sea Crisis to End Soon?, Shippers Avoid Strike But Face Challenges, US Ports Reach Out to Trump Admin, & More
This week: After Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, analysts disagree on when Red Sea crisis will end ILA-USMX avoid another strike, but shippers must deal with effects of their preemptive moves US ports association reaches out to incoming Trump administration about...
ILA and USMX Avoid Strike, US Retailers Applaud Agreement, Truckload Spot Rates Up
This week: ILA, USMX reach tentative agreement, avoiding second dockworker strike in three months US retail industry groups express their approval of ILA-USMX deal, breathe a sigh of relief Truckload spot rates exceed seasonal expectations, but contract pricing yet to...
News Roundup: ILA, USMX to Resume Talks This Week, More Ocean Carrier Surcharges, 2025 Forecasts
This week: ILA and USMX to resume master contract talks this week, leaving little time before strike deadline More ocean carriers announce labor disruption surcharges ahead of potential ILA strike After a very challenging 2024, resilient US East Coast ports prep for...