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Southeast Asia Hit by Multiple Typhoons, Delays Expected

CHINA: Severe Weather Impacts South China Seas

August 23, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

Severe weather and multiple typhoons have impacted port and shipping operations in Asia, primarily in the South China Seas Shanghai terminal, Ningbo terminal, Hong Kong Modern terminal, Yantian International terminal, Shekou international terminal, Chiwan terminal, and others may close or experience delays. Some ports have reported suspending the release of empty containers during the severe weather. Vessels […]

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BRAZIL: Capacity Crunch for Export Cargo Bookings Continues in August

August 21, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

Space Crunch for Export Cargo Bookings out of Brazil ContinuesUpdated August 21st, 2018Space is expected to remain tight until October for shippers exporting cargo out of BrazilShippers exporting cargo out of Brazil can expect a capacity crunch in coming months. Without space, Brasilian export cargo booking cancellations have continued through August. Ocean carriers estimate capacity won’t begin to open […]

India Updates Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment (SCMT) Regulations Postponed Until November 1 2018

POSTPONED: Updates to India Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment (SCMT) Regulations

August 21, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

POSTPONED: New Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment (SCMT) Regulations for Trade with IndiaThe India Import Manifest Filing Regulation Change that was formally announced on August 2, 2018 with an effective date of August 1, 2018 has been postponed until November 1, 2018. New regulations for sea cargo manifest transmissions and transhipments were announced by India’s Central Board of Indirect […]

3 Reasons to Choose UWL for Your Chemical Transport Needs

August 15, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

Let UWL Be Your Chemical Transportation Solution When it comes to chemical transportation, you need a reliable company you can trust that can offer safety, experience, and professionalism. Keep on reading to find out what makes UWL a top chemical transporting company and why you should choose us to help transport your chemicals. 1. Our […]

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China adds retaliatory 25% tariffs on $16 Billion of US Imports in response to US tariff threats

August 9, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

China to hit US goods with tariffs in response to the US-proposed tariffs on Chinese goods The trade war continues as China plans to hit a wide range of goods from the U.S. with 5-25% tariffs, a response to the Trump administration’s most recent proposed tariffs on Chinese goods. China released four lists of goods. One […]

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CBP to Increase User Fees for FY19

August 8, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

CBP to Increase User Fees for FY19 New fee structure to take effect on October 1st The United States Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) will increase Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) fees by 4.886 percent to adjust for inflation in the fiscal year 2019, the agency said. The fees that will be affected include the […]

Cosco responds to cyber attack on US Operations

COSCO’s Response to Cyber Attack on US Operations

August 7, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

Cosco Recovers From Cyber Attack, Service is Restored On July 24th, COSCO experienced a cyber attack causing network failures in areas including: the United States, Canada, Panama, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Chile and Uruguay. The attack shut down their phone lines, internet, and other systems. On July 30th, Cosco reported that their American network was restored and fully […]

New Flexitank Services Available in the Cleveland Warehouse Market

August 6, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

WDS, a UWL Sister Company, Launches New Flexitank Services in the Cleveland Warehouse MarketCLEVELAND, OH – World Distribution Services (WDS) is now offering full-service flexitank fitting and bulk liquid drayage in Cleveland to support growing client and market demand.Following the success of their recent expansion into USDA Container Cleaning Services, WDS has added the infrastructure […]

2018 Transpacific Peak Season & Capacity Constraints

August 6, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

2018 Transpacific Peak Season & Capacity ConstraintsWe are seeing an acceleration of capacity constraints as it relates to the start of the Transpacific Eastbound (TPEB) peak season that will have an immediate impact on your business.Please note the following highlights:1. Ocean CarriersThe Alliance and OCEAN Alliance will each remove one Far East – US West Coast […]

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Trucking Industry Trends: Truckload Capacity Easing into July

July 24, 2018 By Kellie Lynch

Check out the below insights into the Trucking Industry Trends from DAT Solutions: June Van Rate Highest Ever The national average van rate for June was up 17¢ compared to May, hitting $2.32 per mile, the highest monthly average ever recorded in Trendlines. The June average was 52¢ higher than in June 2017. June Flatbed […]