Global Gateways

Bribes, Borders and Middlemen: Why India's New Tax Reform Is a Game Changer

June 30, 2017

Seized vehicles. Bribes. Dayslong delays. Moving goods across Indian states isn't exactly easy and that's a major barrier to economic growth.

The Changing Role of Logistics Service Providers

June 16, 2017

SupplyChainBrain

Logistics providers discuss how they're adjusting to major changes brought about by concerns over the economy, shifts in trade policy, the complexities of the omnichannel, rising customer service demands, and the arrival of a new generation of supply-chain managers.

Study: Airports Remain Weak Link in Preventing Illegal Animal Trafficking

June 6, 2017

Air Cargo World

Criminal organizations that smuggle endangered animals and animal products are exploiting security vulnerabilities at large hub airports, according to a new study conducted in collaboration with the U.S. government, the transportation sector and more than 20 other partners.

Asia's First Fully Automated Container Terminal Is Up and Running

June 1, 2017

Maritime Executive

Qingdao New Qianwan Container Terminal in China has become Asia's first fully automated container terminal after servicing the 13,386 TEU Cosco France in May.

SeaHorse Wants to Revolutionize Container Shipping With Submersible Vessels

May 25, 2017

Maritime Executive

SeaHorse Shipping in the U.S. has touted a plan aimed at revolutionizing container shipping and freeing shippers from the constraints and congestion caused by mega container ships and mega ports.

International Chamber of Commerce Has Concerns Over Return-Refill Packaging

May 23, 2017

Maritime Executive

Shipping goods across borders with reusable containers and tracking systems is better for the environment, consumers and companies, yet differential treatment by customs authorities can be detrimental for business, says the International Chamber of Commerce.

Report: Singapore Tops Global Port Ranking

May 10, 2017

Supply Management

Singapore has been named the leading maritime city in the world, followed by Hamburg and Oslo, in a ranking of global ports.

U.S. Ports Upbeat on Container Volumes

May 2, 2017

Maritime Executive

Import volumes at major container ports in the U.S. are projected to rise 4.7 percent in the first half of 2017 compared with the same period a year ago, and many ports are reporting growth.

Post-Brexit Customs Checks a 'Catastrophe' for UK Shipping

April 21, 2017

The New York Times

The introduction of physical customs checks following Brexit would be a catastrophe for British ports and shipping and would likely reduce the volume of trade, the head of the sector's UK industry body said.

India's Major Ports Show Record Growth

April 20, 2017

Maritime Executive

India's major ports have register 6.79 percent growth in traffic over the last year, outperforming private ports for second consecutive year.

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.