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The planned eight-day strike set for later this month will add to existing congestion, experts say.
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FMC Chair Puts the Screws to Ocean Carriers
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Strikes, protests and extended contract negotiations keep shippers on their toes.
FedEx, UPS Worker Unrest Could Upset Last-Mile Delivery War
A new trade association started by a FedEx Ground contractor aims for advocacy, while UPS Teamsters buckle up…
Maersk CEO Warns ‘Quick’ Supply Chain Fix Unlikely
The ocean carrier's logistics business, meanwhile continues to make big strides.
Freight Rail Shipping Bill Targets ‘Appalling’ Service
First it was ocean shipping reform as lawmakers now turn their attention to improving rail service with new…
Why FMC’s Restructuring Is Good News for Shippers
A new Bureau of Enforcement has been created as carriers scramble to make sense of the Ocean Shipping Reform…
3-Year-Old Logistics Firm Looking to Sell for $1 Billion: Report
Third-party logistics provider Terra Worldwide Logistics is reportedly considering a sale.
Shein Doubles Down on Air Cargo Logistics
A deal struck earlier this month could help Shein grow its logistics capacity through a link with China…
Amazon’s $2 Billion Loss Don’t Faze Investors
Inflation still poses a challenge, but the company's focused on fulfillment and other operational…
Lufthansa Struggles to Get Back on Track After 1-Day Strike
Wednesday's warning strike, called on by the United Services Union, led to more than 1,000 flights…
Lawsuit Says Former CEO Used Slync as ‘Personal Piggy Bank’
Missed employee pay and retaliatory behavior by the former CEO became part of the corporate culture, the…
Troubled Logistics Firm Suspends CEO After Reportedly Missing Payroll
Despite landing $60 million in February 2021, Goldman Sachs-backed Slync also lost its CFO in May as problems…