US air cargo forwarder associations have linked up to lobby both the House and Senate to fund much needed improvements to cargo facilities at airports. At last week’s Transport Logistics event in Munich, Airforwarders Association executive director Brandon Fried told The…
READ MORE >Whenever you request rates and book less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping services, the carrier will require the proper freight classification for the cargo to provide an accurate quote. This step eliminates…
READ MORE >Contract talks between unionized longshore workers and employers at West Coast ports appear to be headed into their final stretch following agreements on several major issues. Some shipping officials familiar with the talks hope a tentative agreement could be reached…
READ MORE >EMO Trans, Inc., a leading provider of international logistics and supply chain solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of three new offices in Bangladesh and four new offices in Indonesia. “Both Indonesia and Bangladesh have vibrant economies offering vast…
READ MORE >Regardless of your industry, you likely rely on transportation services in some way. Whether shipping out your product, moving products between warehouses or accepting shipments from suppliers, transportation services…
READ MORE >Understanding logistics and transport begins with technical terms and industry-specific jargon. This comprehensive freight shipping glossary defines all the essential words and terms to help you feel comfortable partnering…
READ MORE >Supply chain uncertainty typically refers to unpredictable events that cause changes in fulfillment or profit. When this occurs, many businesses struggle to make decisions in response because it's difficult to…
READ MORE >Container terminals at the port complex of Los Angeles and Long Beach reopened on Friday evening after a 24-hour work stoppage, but there is still no contract negotiation breakthrough. Hopes of a resolution to the impasse in talks between the…
READ MORE >Scopes 1, 2 and 3 are carbon emission categories that help businesses assess and mitigate their greenhouse gas (GHG) production. Categorizing carbon emissions allows businesses to set actionable sustainability…
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