Global Gateways

Argentine Sea Terminal to Launch RFID-based Reefer Management System

October 9, 2013

Argentinean container-terminal operator TecPlata is installing an RFID-based solution to track and manage conditions within the refrigerated containers (known as reefer units) stored at Buenos Aires's La Plata Port, making it one of the early adopters of a new system provided by Identec Solutions. The terminal is scheduled to open at the end of this year.

Retail Imports Growing as Holidays Approach, Cargo Moving Despite Concerns Over Government Shutdown

October 9, 2013

National Retail Federation

Despite concerns over the government shutdown, import volume at the nation's major retail container ports is expected to grow 9.1 percent in October over the same month last year, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. The numbers reflect merchandise ordered months before the shutdown as retailers planned for the holiday season.

U.S. Imports for July and August Indicate Busier Holiday Shopping

September 19, 2013

Zepol Corp.

U.S. imports in August are the second-highest month for twenty-foot container volume in 2013, according to Zepol, a trade intelligence company. The United States imported nearly 1.61 million TEUs in August, which is 5% less than July's 1.69 million, but a half a percentage higher than August of last year.

Biden Urges U.S. Ports to Prepare for Traffic Generated by Larger Panama Canal

September 16, 2013

McClatchy

All of the ports on the East Coast "have to get in the game," Vice President Joe Biden said recently, and get ready to accept larger cargo ships that will come through an expanded Panama Canal by 2015.

Singapore Focuses on Long-Term Logistics Needs

September 10, 2013

Channel News Asia

The long-term infrastructure developments unveiled by Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at a recent National Day Rally include plans to expand Changi Airport and relocate the country's seaport.

Seaport Terminal Operators Actively Scanning for Acquisitions, Portfolio Expansions, Survey Finds

September 5, 2013

Drewry Maritime Research

Drewry's Annual Review of Global Container Terminals Operators shows that PSA International, Hutchison Ports, APM Terminals and DP World remain the big four players in equity TEU and portfolio terms but with varying levels of activity.

Panama Canal Widening Project Reported to Be More Than 60 Percent Finished

September 4, 2013

Engineering News-Record

The Panama Canal Authority, or ACP, says the $5.2bn widening of the Panama Canal is more than 60 percent complete. The first four of 16 gates for the canal's third set of locks marked a construction milestone. Locks are nearly 50 percent finished; concrete work is two-thirds done; and water-saving basins are about 40 percent complete.

C-TPAT Membership: Is it Right for You?

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

C-TPAT membership applies to companies that move goods across U.S. borders, either as owners of the goods or logistics providers that manage or execute cargo movements.

Importer Logistics Guide for Southern California Ports: What to Do After Your Product Clears Customs

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

This paper provides background and tips for importers to quickly and efficiently move goods off port, to a warehouse, and eventually into the hands of your customers.

Container Port Sector Continues to Be Dynamic, Profitable Despite Many Changes

August 28, 2013

Drewry

Drewry's latest annual report on global and international container terminal operators shows that the sector remains dynamic and profitable, but that numerous changes are also taking place, including the challenge of growth on two fronts - in container demand and in ship sizes.

Global Gateways

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