Ocean Transportation

Ocean Carriers Have the Upper Hand Over Shippers — For Now

March 18, 2019

In the never-ending struggle for advantage between shippers and ocean carriers, the latter appear to have the upper hand for the moment.

The Truth About Supply Chain Costs From a Logistics Perspective

March 15, 2019

Jamie Overley, SCB Contributor

Let's assume you have a successful product, a well-developed brand and a seamless manufacturing process. Now, you’re ready to take your product to the international stage.

Tesla Rushes Model 3s to China Before Trade-War Truce Expires

February 13, 2019

Bloomberg

At least three ships roughly the length of two football fields are slated to arrive at ports in China by the end of this month, each carrying precious cargo from Elon Musk.

What the Chinese New Year Means for Your Supply Chain

February 6, 2019

Tobias Larsson, SCB Contributor

Many Chinese businesses and factories shut down for three to four weeks to allow millions of workers to return to their hometowns to celebrate the festivities with their families.

Europe’s Most Important Shipping River Is Running Dry

January 22, 2019

Bloomberg

Germany’s Rhine river slowdown is the latest sign of how even advanced industrial economies are increasingly fighting the effects of global warming.

Seven Ways the Cargo Ship Industry Is Cleaning Up Its Filthy Act

January 18, 2019

Bloomberg

Air pollution from cars and factories has been regulated in much of the world since the 1970s. When it comes to the smoke-belching ships that carry global trade, the rules have been a lot looser.

How Emissions Rules Could Actually Make Shipping Fuel Dirtier

January 10, 2019

Bloomberg

Thousands of merchant ships will soon start burning fuel containing higher concentrations of sulfur — a quirky outcome of rules that are supposed to cut emissions of the pollutant.

Why the U.S. Still Imports Natural Gas Despite Export Boom

January 2, 2019

Bloomberg

The U.S. may be exporting natural gas at a record clip, but that hasn’t stopped it from accepting new imports.

U.K. to Spend $137M for No-Deal Brexit Ferry Routes

January 2, 2019

Bloomberg

The U.K. has awarded contracts to charter extra ferries for freight shipments between southern England and the rest of Europe in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

Cargo Volumes Are Booming in Trump Trade-War Paradox

December 27, 2018

Bloomberg

The global economy has been chugging along nicely on one of the world’s busiest sea lanes.

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.