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Power Outage Continues to Disrupt Port Tampa Bay Following Hurricane Milton

While most of Florida’s ports have resumed normal operations after the onslaught of Hurricane Milton, Port Tampa Bay remains an exception. As of Friday, the port is still non-operational due to ongoing power outages. Despite avoiding major flooding, the disruption has left the port inactive, with officials working diligently to restore functionality. Port Tampa Bay […]

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Challenges in Intermodal Rail Performance in the Booming US-Mexico Freight Market

In the bustling freight corridors between the US and Mexico, a surprising trend has emerged: despite a surge in overall freight volumes, intermodal rail performance is not keeping pace. The latest data from the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) reveals that cross-border intermodal rail volumes decreased by 8.5% year-over-year in the first eight months […]

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The End of the Port Strike: A Look at the Immediate Future

After just three days of negotiations, a potentially devastating strike at key ports along the East and Gulf Coasts of the United States was averted, resulting in what appears to be minimal economic disruption. The strike began early on a Tuesday but was swiftly resolved by Friday, as the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), which represents […]

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Why Intermodal Struggles Despite a Flourishing US-Mexico Trade Market

In the bustling trade corridor between Mexico and the United States, a surprising trend has emerged: intermodal transport is underperforming despite a booming market. While news reports highlight an increasing volume of freight crossing the border, intermodal rail volumes tell a different story. According to the Intermodal Association of North America’s (IANA) data, there has […]

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Historic Strike Hits Major U.S. Ports as Longshoremen Walk Out

In a monumental labor movement, approximately 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) commenced a strike that spans from New England to Texas across East Coast and Gulf Coast ports. The strike, which began at 12:01 a.m. ET on October 1, marks the first such action by the union since 1977, signaling a significant […]

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Key Updates to Entry Summary Protocols in CATAIR V92 Including Revised Custom User Fees for FY25

The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has rolled out significant updates to the Entry Summary Create/Update under CATAIR Version 92, now incorporating adjustments to the FY25 Custom User Fee. Those interested can view the revised document on the ACE Automated Broker Interface (ABI) at the CBP and Trade Automated Interface Requirements (CATAIR) page, specifically under […]

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Union Pacific Implements Fee Hikes for Low-Volume Shippers in California

Union Pacific Railroad is raising its fees for low-volume customers in California who exceed their peak season container allotments. This increase, effective from the start of next week, will particularly affect those shippers who are not covered under specific shipping contracts. This rate adjustment comes as a response to a surge in import volumes across […]

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Southern California Supply Chain Remains Resilient Amid Record Import Volumes

Southern California’s supply chain has shown impressive resilience this peak season, even with record-breaking import volumes at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Industry leaders attribute this success to the ability of regional warehouses to efficiently process the continuous flow of goods. During the pandemic-driven supply chain disruptions of 2021–22, warehouses were unprepared […]

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Port of Long Beach Sets New Standards in Emission Reduction While Handling Higher Volumes

The Port of Long Beach (POLB) continues to lead the charge in reducing air pollution from cargo operations, achieving significant emission reductions even as cargo volumes returned to pre-pandemic levels. According to the latest emissions audit, the port has made substantial progress in cutting down harmful emissions, showing that sustainability and increased activity can go […]

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CSMS # 62377642 – FDA Releases Informational Video on Importing Seafood

Exciting news for seafood importers! The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just released a new YouTube video detailing the import process for seafood. This informative resource aims to help businesses and individuals understand the requirements necessary to import seafood products safely and compliantly into the United States. Watch the Video You can catch […]

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