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Twin Strikes at U.S. Ports, Canada Railways Would ‘Create Chaos in North America’
Ahead of looming deadlines, it’s unclear whether either situation will resolve in time to avert these twin crises, or how long any potential work stoppages might last.
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Albania Probes Toxic Dust Aboard Ships Bound for Southeast Asia
Albanian officials say they are investigating how 800 tons of alleged hazardous industrial waste was shipped from one of their ports without authorization
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California Enacts New Rules Protecting Indoor Workers from Extreme Heat
When temperatures reach 82 degrees Fahrenheit, employers in California now have to institute a series of protections to keep workers safe from heat-related illnesses.
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Walmart Offers U.S. Inbound Shipping to China Sellers
Walmart Marketplace sellers can now use the retailer’s ocean shipping service to transport China-made goods to the company’s U.S. fulfillment center network.
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Maersk to Invest $2B in Pakistan Ports, Transport
The investment will contribute to the development of infrastructure, and play a vital role in boosting Pakistan’s economy, said Pakistan’s Minister for Maritime Affairs, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh.
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Busiest U.S. Ports Absorb Import Surge Nearing Pandemic-Era Frenzy
It’s hard to know whether peak shipping season started early, and trade volumes will level off soon, or if importers will continue bringing in more than usual.
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Boeing’s New CEO Wants to ‘Reset’ Relations With Biggest Union
Ortberg told the presidents of Boeing’s largest workers union and another labor group that he’s seeking “a new contract where we can come together to build a strong future for our employees in the region.”
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Maersk Joins Study to Look into Nuclear-Powered Container Ships
The study will be conducted by maritime services firm Lloyd’s Register and nuclear engineering company Core Power.
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Unlocking Cost Savings with Foreign-Trade Zones
The concept behind Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) is not hard to grasp — they act as secured places for receiving cargo into the U.S. without incurring tariffs, yet. Then, there are multiple ways those tariffs can be reduced. And yet, many companies are failing to make the most of FTZs to reduce costs, because they’re...
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Port of Los Angeles Handles Record Cargo Volumes in July
Staring down the looming threat of a work stoppage at East/Gulf Coast ports, retailers have opted for earlier shipping schedules in 2024.
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