COSCO Shipping, the Chinese country-owned shipping mammoth, has been added to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)’s warrants list, alongside 130 other Chinese companies, over alleged links to China’s military. Impact of the Blacklisting on COSCO and Other Companies The primary goal of DOD’s list, now involving 134 companies, is to limit their profitability and […] The post U.S. Blacklists COSCO Shipping Over Alleged Military Ties, Straining Greece-China Relations appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

By Stuart Sandlin – President, Hapag-Lloyd North America When we all “set sail” on our career path, one thing is certain: finding an organization with the right values, strategy, and leadership can make an enormous difference in where your ship will sail. Before I lean into the topic of being a leader, I feel compelled […] The post Setting Sail Toward Leadership: Key Principles for Success appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

Yesterday, a new six-year ILA-USMX master contract was worked out with only a week to spare. The current contract was set to expire January 15th. This is good news as the agreement will help ensure operations continue without any work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports. The major sticking points were pay and automation. […] The post New ILA-USMX Contract Agreed Upon, Averting Further Work Stoppages and Uncertainty appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

The problem of empty container repositioning poses a significant challenge in the international container transportation industry. This problem has a profound impact on logistics processes, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability, making efficient management of empty containers crucial for supply chain continuity. This article aims to investigate the use of non-operating reefer (NOR) containers as a solution […] The post Can Non-Operating Reefer Containers Be a Solution For Empty Container Repositioning Problem? appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

As his presidency comes to a close over the next few weeks, U.S. President Joe Biden announced that he is officially blocking the proposed sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese steel company Nippon Steel. About the proposed deal It was proposed earlier this year that U.S. Steel, the nation’s leading domestically-owned steel company, be acquired […] The post Biden Blocks Sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese Steel Company Citing Supply Chain Risks appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

Entering 2025 with optimism for the project cargo industry, we additionally anticipate the impact the upcoming Trump Administration’s predicted tariffs will have on project shipments. While the future remains unclear, the U.S. is about to see some major shifts in trade rules starting in 2025. These changes will affect the entire project cargo supply chain, […] The post Project Cargo in 2025: What to Expect with the New Trump Administration appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

In today’s fast-paced logistics industry, forwarders play a vital role. Forwarders, who transport customers’ cargo safely, quickly and economically all over the world, must constantly face new crises and find solutions to these crises. If they cannot resolve these crises, business continuity will decrease, and customer satisfaction will continuously decrease. Why Do Forwarders Need Crisis […] The post Crisis Management in Logistics: How Forwarders Navigate Challenges appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

In 2024, strikes at U.S. ports caused major disruptions in global supply chains. The West Coast strike left hundreds of thousands of containers stranded, leading to significant delays across various sectors of global trade. Such events not only affect local economies but also create worldwide ripple effects, disrupting production and logistics. When ports shut down, […] The post The Global Effects of Strikes: The Situation at U.S. Ports and Possible Outcomes for Turkey appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

Green logistics refers to environmentally friendly logistics processes that aim to reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainability in the areas of transportation, warehousing, inventory management, packaging and waste recycling. The Key aspects of green logistics include the following: Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM): Includes environmentally friendly practices such as green sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and reverse […] The post Green Logistics and Sustainability: Key Areas and Challenges appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more

In 2024, Mexico was recorded as the U.S.’s largest trade partner, with total trade volume reaching $1.5 trillion. The USMCA, which went into effect in 2020, has led to a substantial increase in trade volume between Mexico and both the U.S. and Canada. By the close of 2022, trade volume between the two countries had […] The post U.S. and Mexico Trade Volume: An Overview appeared first on More Than Shipping ..read more