Rail Strike in Canada Likely as ‘Essential Services’ Hurdle Seems to Have Tumbled
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Final submissions to the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) reveal neither rail companies nor the union believe “essential services” will be disrupted by a strike, which could pave the way for action.
Container Losses Fall to Record Low Through Study of Parametric Rolling
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The container shipping industry continues to make strong progress in reducing the number of boxes lost overboard. The World Shipping Council, an industry group made up of the major carriers, reports for the second year in a […]
WestJet Cancels Some 40 Flights in Anticipation of Strike by Mechanics
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. As of Wednesday, the WestJet Group had cancelled about 40 flights in anticipation of a possible strike by its aircraft maintenance workers today.
Singapore Port Logjam Lingers as Container Ships Keep Piling In
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The logjam that’s been plaguing Singapore’s container port is bringing forward this year’s peak season for the shipping sector, spelling trouble for businesses in the city-state.
Blank Sailings on the Rise at Canadian Ports as Carriers Fret over Potential Rail Strike
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. As uncertainty hangs over Canada’s rail system being shut down by a strike, shipping lines on the transpacific trade have begun to cancel calls to the country’s main pacific gateways, Vancouver and Prince Rupert.
Carriers Launch Transpac Shuttle Services as Chinese Exports Surge
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Container lines on Asia-America trades are set to take advantage of strong demand propelled by a rush of cargo out of China.
Fears Are Rising that Ocean Freight Rates May Surpass US$20,000 with No Relief for Global Trade into 2025
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. A major global trade inflation indicator is headed in the wrong direction. Rising freight rates are a new source of concern in the global supply chain, with forecasts warning that ocean cargo prices could reach $20,000 – […]
Worsening Containership Market Keeps the Pressure on Air Cargo
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The recent deterioration in the ocean shipping market could be pushing more cargo to airfreight following the impact of the Red Sea crisis.
Panama Canal Increases Maximum Draft Ahead of Schedule
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The Panama Canal Authority announced on May 30 an increase in the maximum authorized draft of the Panama Canal’s Neopanamax locks to 45 feet, bringing it closer to the normal limit of 50 feet. This adjustment, originally […]
Update: Port of Montreal Labour Negotiations
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Isabelle Pelletier, VP, Communications and Public Affairs for the Maritime Employers Association in Montreal, provided an update to CIFFA on labour negotiations at the Port of Montreal.