The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) issued its long-awaited final rule on detention and demurrage billing practices in 2024. This regulation is a critical development for shippers, carriers, and logistics providers, aiming to increase transparency, accountability, and fairness in how these
Efficient material handling is the backbone of a successful supply chain. It encompasses everything from the movement and storage of raw materials to the management of goods in warehouses and their transportation to end-users. However, inefficiencies in material handling can
Supply chains are increasingly complex, with companies sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing goods across multiple regions. To manage these complex logistics networks, many businesses are turning to 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics) services and supply chain control towers. Noatum Logistics offers advanced 4PL
The surge in eCommerce has transformed logistics from a behind-the-scenes function to a vital part of the customer experience. Today, fast, reliable, and transparent logistics can be the difference between a one-time buyer and a loyal customer. Noatum Logistics specialises
Logistics is creating seamless connections across borders. As companies grow internationally, they need logistics partners that offer a global reach and local expertise. Noatum Logistics’ expansive global network of offices and trusted partnerships allows us to support clients wherever they
Trade agreements, such as Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and economic partnerships, are designed to simplify and promote international trade by reducing tariffs, providing market access, and streamlining customs processes. For businesses looking to expand globally, understanding and navigating these agreements
As global supply chains become more complex, temperature-controlled warehousing has emerged as a critical solution for industries that rely on sensitive goods such as pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals. With products requiring specific temperature ranges to maintain their integrity, any disruption
The upcoming implementation of the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) 2023/115, also known as the Deforestation Regulation, was originally due to come into force on 30 December 2024. However, the Council has agreed to an extension and its application will be: 30
As we enter the final quarter of 2024, global freight remains under pressure. Congestion and capacity constraints continue to strain supply chains, especially as shippers prepare for the peak season. Ocean freight demand remains strong, particularly on Asia-Europe and Asia-Americas routes.
The US East and Gulf Coast dockworker strike, which began on the 1st October 2024, has been temporarily resolved after three days of disruption, but the risk of further strikes remains. The strike, led by 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s