Manzanillo Port Strike Causes Major Import Delays in Mexico

Manzanillo Port Strike Causes Major Import Delays in Mexico

A strike at the Port of Manzanillo has halted import cargo acceptance, triggering a supply chain crisis in Mexico. Trucking is disrupted, significantly impacting cross-border trade, food distribution, and e-commerce deliveries. Businesses should reroute shipments, postpone travel, assess operational risks, or consider air freight alternatives. This event highlights supply chain vulnerabilities, urging companies to enhance supply chain flexibility and resilience. The port closure underscores the need for proactive risk management and diversification strategies to mitigate future disruptions and ensure business continuity.

01/27/2026 Logistics
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Global Air Cargo Sector Agrees on Safety and Digital Shifts in Kuala Lumpur

Global Air Cargo Sector Agrees on Safety and Digital Shifts in Kuala Lumpur

The 6th World Cargo Symposium highlighted the air cargo industry's renewed commitment to collaboration, safety, and digital transformation. The IATA Cargo Committee focused on key initiatives, strengthening cooperation with freight forwarders, promoting quality benchmarks, enhancing security awareness, accelerating e-AWB adoption, and pursuing a unified security framework. These efforts aim to address industry challenges and achieve sustainable growth within the air cargo sector. The symposium emphasized the importance of working together to improve efficiency and security while embracing technological advancements.

01/27/2026 Logistics
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Global Shipping Firms Tackle Rollover Risks Amid Trade Volatility

Global Shipping Firms Tackle Rollover Risks Amid Trade Volatility

This paper delves into space booking operations in international sea freight, defining it, explaining common triggers, and outlining key practical points. It emphasizes the importance of timely communication, transparent fees, efficient timelines, and cargo safety. The paper also looks forward to the future development trends of intelligent, collaborative, and customized space booking, providing practical guidance for foreign trade practitioners. The goal is to help navigate the complexities of securing cargo space and mitigating potential risks within the global supply chain.

01/27/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Maersks New Manifest Rule Compliance Guide for Shippers

Maersks New Manifest Rule Compliance Guide for Shippers

Maersk's "No Manifest, No Load" policy presents challenges for shippers and freight forwarders. This article, from a data analyst perspective, interprets the policy's impact and offers strategies including advance planning, information verification, contingency plans, and long-term optimization. These strategies help businesses build a compliance system, enhance supply chain resilience, and achieve sustainable development. By proactively addressing manifest compliance, companies can mitigate foreign trade risks and optimize their supply chains for greater efficiency and reliability in the face of evolving regulations.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Dongguans New Maritime Hub Boosts Amazon Sellers Logistics

Dongguans New Maritime Hub Boosts Amazon Sellers Logistics

The Dongguan Amazon Sea Freight Center emerges as a new option for cross-border e-commerce logistics, offering sellers efficient and economical logistics solutions through its advantages in price, timeliness, and service. When choosing this center, attention should be paid to packaging, customs declaration, and insurance to ensure the safe delivery of goods. This center is expected to become a global hub for cross-border e-commerce logistics, streamlining the process and offering competitive rates for businesses utilizing Amazon's platform.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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Chinaus Shipping Efficiency Improves on Shanghaila Route

Chinaus Shipping Efficiency Improves on Shanghaila Route

US-China ocean freight transit time is influenced by various factors. The Shanghai to Los Angeles route is often considered faster due to distance, port efficiency, and shipping company strength. Optimizing transit time also requires attention to details such as cargo information, insurance, real-time tracking, and shipping schedule. Comprehensive consideration of these aspects can improve overall logistics efficiency and reduce delays. Focusing on these elements leads to a more streamlined and effective supply chain between the US and China.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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COSCO Launches Fast Costeffective Uschina Shipping Service

COSCO Launches Fast Costeffective Uschina Shipping Service

This paper delves into the timeliness, cost advantages, and operational model of COSCO Shipping's Ocean Express service, analyzing its applicable scenarios. Compared to traditional ocean freight, Ocean Express significantly reduces logistics time on the China-US route through a combination of “fast ocean shipping + scheduled delivery,” offering a more cost-effective option for cross-border e-commerce and businesses with time-sensitive requirements. However, companies should comprehensively consider costs, route coverage, and potential customs clearance risks when making their selection.

01/28/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Florida Ports Expand to Capitalize on Panama Canal Growth

Florida Ports Expand to Capitalize on Panama Canal Growth

Two major Florida ports, Miami and Everglades, are actively upgrading their infrastructure to capitalize on the expanded Panama Canal. PortMiami has initiated a channel dredging project, while Port Everglades plans to add berths, dredge its channel, and introduce freight rail. These initiatives aim to enhance the ports' competitiveness, attract more cargo business, and solidify Florida's position as a global logistics hub. The upgrades are crucial for handling larger vessels and increased cargo volumes expected to transit through the Panama Canal.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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Trucking Demand Slows in July Amid Seasonal Decline Fuel Costs

Trucking Demand Slows in July Amid Seasonal Decline Fuel Costs

The DAT Truckload Volume Index indicated a cooling freight market in July due to seasonal factors, with declines across all equipment types. Spot rates continued to fall, highlighting persistent overcapacity. Rising fuel prices emerged as an unexpected variable, intensifying pressure on carriers. Shippers, carriers, and brokers are actively preparing for a market rebound. The overall trend suggests a period of adjustment as the industry navigates fluctuating demand and cost pressures. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for stakeholders in the coming months.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Biden Administration Steps In to Prevent Rail Strike Safeguard Supply Chains

Biden Administration Steps In to Prevent Rail Strike Safeguard Supply Chains

The Biden administration signed an executive order establishing a Presidential Emergency Board (PEB) to mediate the labor dispute between major US freight railroads and labor organizations representing 12 railroad unions. This action aims to prevent potential supply chain disruptions. The PEB will investigate the dispute and submit recommendations for resolution within 30 days. The goal is to ensure stability for the US economy by facilitating a fair agreement and averting a potential strike that could significantly impact the nation's supply chain.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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