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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As the line between retailers, logistics providers, and carriers continues to blur, the U.S. logistics landscape is still grappling with inflation despite a notable 11% reduction in overall logistics costs in 2023. According to the latest State of Logistics report by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), U.S. business spending on logistics services […]
In the face of economic pressures and advancing technology, established freight brokers are evolving to meet new demands. While much attention has been given to tech-first disruptors in the freight brokerage space, industry giants are proving that they too are driving innovation, particularly through the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), including generative AI. Executives from […]
Radiant Logistics has experienced a rise in freight volumes as shippers look to get ahead of potential disruptions, including a possible dockworker strike at East and Gulf Coast ports slated for October 1. Additionally, concerns over changes in U.S. trade policy have prompted some shippers to move their goods earlier than the usual peak season. […]
A recent study reveals that while detention times for truck drivers at shipper and consignee docks have been decreasing, the financial impact on drivers and trucking companies continues to rise. According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the softening of the freight market has contributed to the decline, but detention remains a significant factor […]
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, held annually in September, is a time to recognize the hard work and dedication of the men and women who keep America moving. These truck drivers play a critical role in the nation’s economy, transporting essential goods like food, medicine, and raw materials across the country. Their efforts ensure that […]
In a continued effort to enhance the accuracy of cargo descriptions, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released an update to its guidelines for compliant merchandise descriptions. This update, referenced as CSMS #62263081, builds upon the previous bulletin (CSMS #60144714) which was originally published on April 11, 2024. The primary goal of this initiative […]
