Ocean Transportation

Study of U.S. Inland Containerized Cargo Moving Through Canada, Mexico Is Released

August 8, 2012

Carriers shipping cargo through Canadian and Mexican ports do not violate any U.S. law, treaty, agreement or Federal Maritime Commission regulation, according to an FMC study prompted by members of Congress.

As Global Economy Slows, China's Shipyards Becalmed

August 7, 2012

The Los Angeles Times

In another sign of China's economic slowdown, shipyards are now closing and half-finished vessels lie rusting. Prosperity is receding like the tide, and thousands of laborers have lost their jobs.

Control Area Regulates Ship Emissions Off Canada, U.S., French Collective

August 7, 2012

Maritime Executive

The North American Emission Control Area (ECA), under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), went into effective Aug. 1, 2012, bringing stricter controls on emissions of sulphur oxides, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter for ships trading off the coasts of Canada, the United States and the French overseas collectivity of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.

What Do I Really Need to Know About Supply Chain Control Towers?

August 7, 2012

An E2open eBook

A true Control Tower isn't something you purchase from a software vendor-it's something you build, and it requires a careful combination of the right people, processes, and technologies.

How the Intermodal Chassis Became a Hot Potato

August 6, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Nearly all major ocean carriers have announced plans to stop providing chassis to U.S. truckers at key shipping locations. But it's far from clear how that decision will play out.

Kmart Australia's Supply Chain Goes Direct to the Source

August 6, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

As part of a program to cut costs and guarantee the lowest prices on the market, the big retailer seeks to boost its reliance on direct sourcing. But the change will require a major overhaul of its IT supply-chain infrastructure for dealing with key suppliers.

CaroTrans Launches Direct LCL Service From Seattle to Japan

August 6, 2012

CaroTrans

CaroTrans, a non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, is offering a new, direct less-than-containerload (LCL) export service from Seattle to Tokyo.

CEVA Logistics Develops Its First Mobile App for Shipment Tracking

August 6, 2012

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has launched its first mobile app, CEVA Mobile, enabling customers to track the precise location of air, ocean and customs brokerage shipments through the iPhone or iPad.

The ROI of Automating Trade Compliance

August 6, 2012

Amber Road

Trade automation software can help reduce total landed costs by streamlining processes and boosting productivity, then a compelling business case for investment can be made in any organization.

Brother Gets Smart About Shipment Tracking

August 3, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

The manufacturer of numerous items, ranging from sewing machines to multifunctional copiers, Brother found paper-based tracking of shipments from Asia to its U.S. destinations was simply inadequate. It made the smart move to a SaaS-based tracking and monitoring solution.

Ocean Transportation

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding ocean transportation and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering container shipments in a more efficient manner than ever before using new services and technologies that provide information en route - allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As ocean cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using ocean shipping solutions to power their supply chains.