September Update Is there a Strike on the Horizon? East and Gulf Coast Port Strike potential: The union says they will strike if no agreement is reached. The contract expires September 30. Today’s article from Politico.com covering all things...
What we are watching August 2024 Canadian Rail Labor Talks and Potential Strikes: The rail workers serving Canada’s rail have been threatening a strike for some time now. From https://www.ttnews.com/articles/canada-labor-talks-rail-strike, a determination could be...
OCEAN RATES ARE INCREASING AGAIN WHY? Early summer is normally smooth sailing in the freight forwarding world so recent unanticipated rate hikes have both importers and exporters asking “why?” While there is no singular definitive explanation, here is an overview of...
Cargo Services believes in keeping our customers informed and empowered, especially during times of industry challenges. We strive to provide clarity regarding the latest developments affecting freight forwarding services. Red Sea Disruptions: Recent disruptions in...
In late 2023, the import/export container industry was recovering from high volatility in both rates and transit times. Disruptions were at a minimum and while the seas were calm and ocean rates were suppressed, many companies were able to stabilize much of their...
