Global Gateways

Opportunities in Panama for the Retail Industry

June 13, 2012

As Panama continues to grow and invest in infrastructure, RILA is keeping a sharp eye on the new opportunities emerging for retailers. According to a recent RILA member survey, 59 percent of retailers reported that their supply chains include distribution to and from Latin America, and 58 percent consider entering or expanding Latin American operations in the next five years.

Virgin Atlantic Cargo Begins Flights to Vancouver, B.C.

June 8, 2012

Virgin Atlantic Cargo

Virgin Atlantic Cargo is now serving Vancouver, B.C., with flights from London's Heathrow International Airport every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

Crowley Maritime Expands D.C. in Puerto Rico; Adds Service to St. Kitts, Nevis

June 7, 2012

Crowley Maritime Corp.

The Caribbean logistics unit of Crowley Maritime Corp. has nearly doubled the size of its distribution center in Puerto Rico, with acquisition of a second warehouse next to its existing 70,000 square-foot facility distribution center in Guaynabo.

Virgin Atlantic Cargo Launches Four New Flights From Chicago

May 31, 2012

Virgin Atlantic Cargo

Virgin Atlantic Cargo has introduced four new flights from Chicago, linking the U.S. Midwest to the carrier's network of more than 350 destinations worldwide.

Indian Ports' Container Volume Down Overall 2.4 Percent in April

May 22, 2012

JOC Sailings

Container traffic through India's major ports fell 2.4 percent year over year in April, the first month of fiscal 2012-13, according to latest traffic figures released by the Indian Ports Association.

From City to City, China's Port Industry Is Simply Booming

May 18, 2012

British International Freight Association

The scale of China's sea trade activity has been revealed in the stark detail that the country has more than 25 ports that now each handle at least 100 million tonnes of cargo a year.

California Ports, Like the Rest of the World, Hit by Cooling Chinese Economy

May 18, 2012

The Los Angeles Times

After months of careful tinkering aimed at slowing China's supercharged economy, Chinese officials may have gotten more than they bargained for: The nation's economic engine is decelerating with alarming speed.

Hong Kong Customs Moves Forward With E-Lock Plans

May 9, 2012

RFID Journal

The Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department (C&ED) reports that RFID-based container locks can effectively improve the security, convenience and visibility of the customs process for cargo entering the airport.

To Fend Off Competitors, Port of L.A. Plans to Put Billions Into Infrastructure Improvements

April 27, 2012

JOC Sailings

The Port of Los Angeles will invest billions of dollars in transportation infrastructure to maintain its ranking as the largest U.S. container port, according to the 2012-2017 strategic plan it just released.

Cuba: Your Logistics Hub in the Caribbean?

April 14, 2012

Wall Street Journal Market Watch

With the Panama Canal expansion on schedule for completion in 2014, supply chain specialists are anticipating a logistical hub to surface in the Caribbean Basin.

Global Gateways

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global seaports and airports and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more international customers than ever before through global ports and free and foreign trade zones. As infrastructure around these global gateways continues to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply chain operations through their strategic use of global seaports and airports.