The peak season in the logistics industry is an exhilarating yet challenging time when companies face a surge in demand for their services. As we approach the peak season of 2023, it is crucial for logistics companies to be well-prepared and equipped to meet customer expectations. The key lies in proactive preparation, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering a seamless logistics experience even during the … Read More
Supply chain crisis is not over and could last until 2023
Is it the longest congestion ever? Maybe. Great news for one side of the industry and bad news for the other. With container freight rates and port congestion in the worst position compared to 2020 and 2021, the situation doesn´t expect to change until next year, 2023.
Industry Reporting a Short Term Decline
According to the data provided by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), the market saw a decline in Intermodal transportation, reporting a significant decline in September 2021. Read Here
The Unprecedented Demands of the Current e-Commerce Boom
From severe port congestion and equipment shortages to record-setting ocean freight rates, 2020 was filled with unprecedented events, including eCommerce sales.
Ports of L.A. and Long Beach continue to face unrelenting volumes
November brought another month of record-breaking volumes, with the Port of Long Beach handling 382,677 inbound TEUs, marking a substantial 30.5% increase year over year. Despite this surge, a notable shortage of chassis and a scarcity of drayage providers have led to containers accumulating at the port, exacerbating congestion issues significantly. This bottleneck at the port has precipitated extended delays in vessels berthing and resulted … Read More