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Pharmaceutical Industry Trends to Watch in 2024: Ongoing Drug Shortages, Federal Oversight, and DSCSA Implementation

The coronavirus pandemic may have officially ended last year, but its impact on the pharmaceutical industry is far from over. As the nation continues to recover, the effects of the pandemic continue to be felt in the form of drug and medical supply shortages. While the federal government is taking steps to address the issue, […]

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FAA Audit Reveals Non-Compliance Issues in Boeing and Supplier, Urges Comprehensive Plan for Safety and Quality Control

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a summary of its findings from an audit into Boeing and supplier Spirit AeroSystems, which was prompted by a mid-air emergency involving a new Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 in January. According to the agency, the audit revealed multiple instances where the companies failed to comply with manufacturing […]

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Venable LLP Announces Updated Federal Maritime Commission Rules on Demurrage and Detention Charges

Shipping companies and port operators are advised to re-examine their billing procedures for demurrage and detention to align with the newly introduced rules by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), effective from February 26, 2024. Although the application of these rules is postponed, affected entities might have to modify their billing systems, practices, and policies significantly. […]

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Uncertain Future: The Impending Labor Contract Expiration and Potential Strike at East and Gulf Coast Ports

The future of East and Gulf Coast ports is uncertain, with the impending expiration of the labor contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) at the end of September. The ILA represents 70,000 dockworkers at 36 coastal ports, including three of the top five busiest ports in the […]

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Protecting the Freedom of Navigation in the Red Sea: EU Joins Forces with US and Allies Against Houthi Attacks

The battle for freedom of navigation in the Red Sea has intensified with the recent entrance of the European Commission’s naval defense effort, along with continued strikes by U.S. and allied forces against Houthi targets. Despite these efforts, the rebels have not been deterred from their attacks on commercial shipping interests in the region.On Saturday […]

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Navigating Community Opposition: The Growing Challenge for Logistics Developers in the Face of Rising Demand for Next-Day Delivery

As the demand for next-day and same-day delivery continues to rise, logistics developers are facing a familiar challenge that residential builders know all too well: community opposition. Across the country, local governments are placing restrictions on or even outright banning new warehouse developments that have sprouted up to meet the needs of online retailers. This […]

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Navigating Supply Chain Challenges: Lessons from Volkswagen and Airbus in Today’s Global Economy

As the global economy continues to evolve and adapt to new challenges, the logistics industry is facing its own set of obstacles. From supply chain complexities to geopolitical tensions, companies are finding it increasingly difficult to move goods efficiently and effectively. One recent example of this is the impounding of thousands of Volkswagen cars at […]

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