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    Capacity Opportunities Remain, but Timing and Cost Can Be Tough

    In a recent webinar, Flexport ocean experts reviewed how a wave of demand is taking over key global ports. As hotspots of congestion pop up on both the origin and destination sides, a ripple effect takes over inland. Creative solutions may come to the rescue—if you’re prepared…

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    Economic Outlook: Week of May 10, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business. Here’s the economic news you…

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  • Two workers in hi-vis vests talk on a wide concrete yard beside a Maersk refrigerated container
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    On the Hunt for Cargo Space, Smarter Consolidation Could Ease the Way

    Smarter, faster consolidations via OceanMatch use technology to find space when it looks like there i s none. Low container utilization is usually considered a problem—but, in a capacity crisis, it could be a solution.

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  • Stacked wooden shipping crates stenciled in red with Sling or Fork Here Only and Center of Gravity
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    Customs RFPs: What to Ask About Cost, Reporting, Data, and More

    A good customs broker is all about finding opportunities amid regulations. Read a webinar transcript of Flexport experts discussing how to manage the customs RFP process.

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    When It’s Time To Move to an ERP Software

    When It’s Time To Move to an ERP Software

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    Economic Outlook: Week of May 3, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business. Here’s the economic news you…

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  • Aerial view of two container ships sailing on calm blue ocean under a cloudy sky
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    Ocean Freight Outlook Transatlantic Trade Lane | May 2021

    While the Transatlantic Westbound is known as a rather stable trade, freight rates have been soaring to unprecedented levels over the past 6 weeks as capacity cannot cope with the pace of demand. As there is no immediate relief in sight to the capacity issue and demand for US…

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  • Foaming wake trailing from a moving ship across calm open ocean at dawn under a pink-tinged sky.
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    Chasing Net Zero Emissions: Start Here to Limit Climate Change

    Getting your shipping to net zero emissions is doable. And if preventing the destruction of the planet isn’t enough, you may be able to find a business case for your sustainability efforts, too.

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