Change of Air: Supply Shortages and Ocean Jams Transform Airfreight in 2021
Get insights and updates on the airfreight market in regard to the seismic impact of Covid-19. New developments can refine strategies for 2021.
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Carriers May Break from Blank Sailings at Chinese New Year, Providing Cues for 2021 Planning
With no major blank sailings announced yet, this year’s Chinese New Year reflects bullish sentiments for the kickoff to the Year of the Ox. While unexpected capacity may provide minor relief for some companies, most shippers can take cues to prepare for what lies ahead.
Businesses Look for Solutions to Address Ongoing Ocean Woes
A tangle of equipment shortages, cargo backlogs, and booking stops are slowing parts of the industry to a standstill. The situation is likely to continue into 2021, well past Chinese New Year.
Global Equipment Shortage Gums Up the Supply Chain
A severe equipment shortage is limiting the movement of freight. Get strategic tips to address spiking freight rates and shipment delays until the crisis abates.
Demurrage and Detention: Why It Pays to Know Your Fees
While coronavirus-related port and warehouse congestion is on the rise, now is a wise time to understand why conditions leading to detention and demurrage are on the rise, how the two fees differ, and what steps companies can take to help avoid them.
Understanding the 2019 Ocean Freight Market Through the Lens of 2018
Examining 2019's ocean freight market by looking back on 2018, and what your business can do to prepare for the months ahead.
Expect Tight Capacity in Feb-March as Carriers Cancel Sailings
If you're shipping ocean freight, be aware that capacity will be tight as carriers cancel sailings around Chinese New Year.
Expect Ocean Space to Remain Tight as Carriers Cancel Sailings
As we head into a traditional off-peak season, between Golden Week and Chinese New Year, carriers are announcing blank sailings that will impact services for shippers, especially on the high volume Trans-Pacific Eastbound (TPEB) and Far East Westbound (FEWB) lanes. Here's what…