The February 2023 jobs report showed some serious job growth, estimating that over 300,000 new jobs were added to the economy. During an average...
Traditional Statistics as Market Indicators: Do they still work?
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Transportation and Supply Chain News
Ocean Carrier Alliances: What Does A Shifting Landscape Mean For You?
There are a number of reasons for some of the significant carriers to team up with one another (instead of directly competing). These alliances...
Is there an Artificial Increase in Shipping Demand?
It’s a delicate balance. Given the pandemic-powered disruptions facing the global supply chain—slowdowns, lockdowns, and manufacturing shortages,...
How Will Changing Environmental Policies Impact Shipping and Logistics?
The reality? The logistics industry is notorious for stirring up less-than-positive environmental press. And considering a single Capesize Bulk...
The Geopolitical Impacts on the Global Supply Chain
The global economy has gone through an awful lot of changes over the past several years, which is nothing new. We’ve all been pointing fingers at...
Advancements in Supply Chain Visibility
Early return dates (ERDs) can give anyone the chills. For example, imagine you just successfully finished a grueling negotiation to deliver a large...
Neon Shortage Poses New Challenges for Consumers and Global Supply Chain in the Wake of the Ukraine-Russia War
Early return dates (ERDs) can give anyone the chills. For example, imagine you just successfully finished a grueling negotiation to deliver a large...
Let’s Talk About Fuel Surcharges
Fuel surcharges can add up quickly, regardless of your shipping method. Aimed at offsetting fluctuating oil prices, fuel charges can become a thorn...
Where Have All the Truckers Gone?
Everything in your home, on the shelves of your stores, and in your warehouse spent at least some time on a truck. For years we were warned that if...
Beyond Right Now: What China’s COVID-19 Lockdown Might Mean for Ocean Exports in 2022
Most people know the saying about the butterfly that flapped its wings in the Amazon which led to a hurricane on the other side of the world....
4 Takeaways from Alan Baer’s Chat on Coffeebreak Logistics
Last week, OL President, Alan Baer, spoke on everything from the future of the supply chain to what makes OL "local around the world" when he...
China Electricity Shortage
China Power Situation Dear Friends, Power Rationing is now underway in China, with production capabilities down by 40%!Factories in at least ten...