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ILWU and PMA Tentative Deal Reached on “Key Issues”

Yesterday, April 20th, the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) announced that it had reached a tentative agreement with the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). Given that this announcement follows the shut down around Easter, many are pleased to see progress

Navigating the Complexities of Global Trade Compliance

International trade can offer significant growth opportunities for businesses, but it also comes with a host of regulatory and compliance challenges. The complexity of global trade compliance can create costly delays, supply chain disruptions, and legal liabilities. To avoid these

Port of LA/LB Labor Disruption and ILWU Update

On Wednesday, Gene Seroka, the Port of Los Angeles Executive Director, announced, “there has been widespread concern over the ongoing West Coast labor contract negotiations and those concerns intensified last week.” Last Thursday and Friday, many workers did not work

Imports Climbing But Below Pandemic Peaks

WASHINGTON, April 7, 2023 – Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports should climb steadily through this summer but will remain below record-setting levels seen during most of the pandemic, according to the Global Port Tracker report released

West Coast Ports Shut Down

Los Angeles ports temporarily shut down yesterday (6th of April) and are expected to continue to be closed throughout the Easter weekend due to a manpower shortage.  It has been confirmed that this work stoppage is a concerted action taken

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Best practices for international shipping and customs compliance

In today’s global economy, international shipping is an essential part of business operations. However, navigating customs compliance regulations can be a complex and time-consuming process. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant financial and legal consequences for

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The impact of sustainability on logistics and SCM

As consumers increasingly demand environmentally conscious products, companies are finding that they must adjust their logistics and supply chain management strategies to meet these demands. Sustainability has become a critical factor in the decision-making process of many organizations, and this