Blogs

Supply Chain Learning Guaranteed

Blog

View all
All News

Bangladesh Faces Rising Export Costs amid Port Tariff Hikes and US Duties

Industry stakeholders in Bangladesh are sounding alarms over recent port and Inland Container Depot (ICD) tariff increases, combined with a new 35% reciprocal duty imposed…
Continue Reading

Bangladesh Exporters to Face Up to 81% Rise in Box Handling Charges

Exporters in Bangladesh are set to face a sharp surge in logistics costs as inland container depots (ICDs) across the country prepare to hike box-handling…
Continue Reading

Port of Los Angeles Sees Record Container Traffic amid Tariff Uncertainty

The Port of Los Angeles has reported it’s highest-ever container volume for June, a spike driven largely by importers accelerating shipments to avoid upcoming tariff…
Continue Reading

Container Rates to U.S. West Coast Plunge 39%, Shifting Market Dynamics

Container shipping rates on major trans-Pacific routes have declined significantly, with the Far East to U.S. West Coast lane experiencing a steep drop in spot…
Continue Reading

Hauliers Impose Surcharge as Congestion Grips London Gateway

Haulage operations at London Gateway are under pressure as growing port congestion disrupts container pickups and driver schedules. Hauliers have begun implementing surcharges on collections,…
Continue Reading

EFTA-India Trade Pact Set to Boost Investments and Streamline Supply Chains

Switzerland has officially ratified the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), completing the approval process for…
Continue Reading
A-dynamic-map-illustration-showing-the-trade-routes-between-Australia-Southeast-Asia-and-the-Indian-Subcontinent.-The-map-features-major-ports

Evolving Dynamics of Liner Trades Between Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent

The liner trade between Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent is undergoing significant changes, with new entrants, shifting partnerships,…
CONTINUE READING
A realistic illustration showing a busy US seaport with containers stacked high, dockworkers on strike holding signs, and cargo ships waiting

Potential US Seaport Strike Could Cause Major Disruption: Experts Warn of Significant Backlog

A potential strike at major US seaports along the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico could lead to significant delays…
CONTINUE READING
A highly detailed image representing maritime safety featuring a modern cargo ship at sea equipped with various safety measures

Understanding SOLAS: The Backbone of Maritime Safety

The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, commonly known as SOLAS, is a critical maritime treaty that…
CONTINUE READING
The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

Grade A warehouses are rapidly evolving, driven by the integration of advanced technologies and adherence to stringent industry standards. This…
CONTINUE READING
A bustling port with container ships docked at the harbor

China’s Ports on the Rise: 190.9 Million TEU Handled in H1 2024 – A Deep Dive into the Numbers and Trends

China continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in container shipping, with an impressive performance in the first…
CONTINUE READING
Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding Key Differences

Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding the Difference in Supply Chain Logistics

In the world of logistics, we often use a few words interchangeably, even without understanding its concepts. Two such words…
CONTINUE READING