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More than 30 killed and hundreds injured in Bangladesh container depot fire.
The fire reportedly broke out at BM Container Depot on Saturday night, triggering multiple container explosions after a huge blast at the site.
Peak season could be Shanghaied by a 260,000-container surge.
An estimated 260,000 teu of Shanghai’s unshipped cargo is set to swamp the market this summer, making the peak season “even more chaotic” than last year.
China port data shows huge impact of lockdowns, but restrictions easing
New data has shown a 'near-doubling' of port congestion across China since the latest lockdown began.
Suppy Chains remain in Chaos as Shanghai Lockdown is Extended Indefinitely
The move casts further uncertainty over Chinese Supply Chains as new data is published showing the impact on ocean freight volumes.
Ocean Advisory Update
A look into the impact of China's increase in COVID-19 cases on the ocean market.
Managing Deliveries
Struggling to manage your deliveries? Consider #crowdsourcing.
Ocean Advisory Update
The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict for the Ocean Market.
Customs regulations have change between Great Britain and it's European neighbors
For more information, please contact your local NNR.
Importing shipments under $800 into the U.S.? Changes may be coming soon.
Read more to learn more.
#import #tradecompliance #globaltrade
U.S. & Canadian #crossborder #truckers ended their strike
The strike closed down the Ambassador Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, protesting a vaccination mandate.
Air market continues to be challenging in Q1
Ukraine - Russia tension is causing carriers to eliminate flights in the region.
Trade disruption in the world
Trade disruption and restriction in and out of the Ukraine - Russia region.
California leases out container storage sites as part of plan to ease congestion
The state government of California has moved to lease six off-dock properties, with a standing capacity of some 20,000 containers.
Demand for semiconductor production is projected to rise significantly
The chips become even more heavily embedded in the essential technologies of now and the future
NNR opens new location in IRAPUATO CITY, GUANAJUATO, MEXICO
The location will further support our clients and the rapid expansion in the area, with particular expertise in Automotive
Challenges for 2021 are still prevalent.
Ask yourself these critical questions to be better prepared for 2022. Read more about compliance and execution here:
Domestic Trucking 2022
The challenges of 2021 will continue into 2022
#trucking #infrastructure #supplychain
According to the FAA, 5G rollout could interfere with systems on certain models of aircraft.
These systems enable the pilot to land in low visibility and bad weather, prompting a host of flight restrictions.
GSP, the oldest and largest trade agreement for the U.S., has not been renewed yet.
Find out how the decision can impact your business from NNR's expert, Peter Frederick Killian #gsp #dutyfree #import.
Ningbo shippers divert as exports are hit by Covid-restricted trucking
Forwarders are shifting volumes to congested-Shanghai to avoid landside delays.
Airfreight rates continue to soar.
Space is tight on popular routes, congestion is an issue at USA top airports.
China-Europe rail freight rising, but border tension sparks new routes.
Tensions between Poland and Belarus have pushed rail operators to explore new routes. With demand having increased throughout the year, a reliable route is crucial.
Delays and Equipment Shortages continue in the US.
The chassis shortage is contributing to the backlog at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.
Trade Alert: Tariff relief for U.S. importers of certain EU steel & aluminum products.
Section 232 tariffs on steel & aluminium products made in the EU transition to a tariff rate quota.
Vessels line the Southern Californian coast with severe congestion.
Meanwhile, the ports of LA & Long Beach motivate import container movement by new surcharges penalizing containers that dwell in port.
Severe backlogs at origin and destination are affecting the supply chain as a whole.
Air Cargo is booming this peak season but space is limited. However the US policy opening foreigners to visit the US will open up space to the US market.
Thai authorities salvage 51 containers from Chao Phraya river after collision.
As the ships passed each other, NP Pathumthani allegedly collided into the port side of the O.P.K 3, causing a two metres-deep hole in the hull of O.P.K 3.
Singapore opens mega-port storage early to ease container bottlenecks.
With the opening of the storage in the world's second busiest port, this will surely help the backlog of congestion.
USA port congestion at LA/Long Beach may improve following a state executive Order.
The order is aimed at finding priority freight routes, land for short-term container shortage, and supply chain workforce training
How Technology is Changing the Future of Logistics.
The evolution of technology is pushing the boundaries and changing how the world does business.
Biden to meet with ports, labor on supply chain bottlenecks.
Administration also holding roundtable with big-box retailers to address ongoing congestion.
The holiday shipping rush is in full swing.
See what's happening at the major U.S. port of Los Angeles / Long Beach. #oceanfreight #globaltrade
#supplychain
'It’s a crazy market out there' – shipping contract rates jump by 90%.
With container spot rates from Asia appearing to have reached a plateau as China begins its Golden Week holiday, the attention has turned to contract rate inflation which, is showing a 91% year-on-year gain.
Truck strike across Bangladesh sees Chittagong port come to a standstill.
Container handling at Chittagong came to a near-halt today, as the owners and drivers of trucks, covered vans, and ‘prime movers’ began a 72-hour strike this morning.
MSC's Katrina is being towed to safety after catching fire off the coast of South Africa.
On the morning of 9th September, the vessel was reportedly adrift, but search and rescue (SAR) tug SA Amandla came to the rescue.
China-Europe rail delays as borders close and capacity gets 'super-tight'.
In-demand China-Europe rail freight could see a drastic 30% reduction in capacity in September.
The shipping crisis is getting worse. Here's what that means for holiday shopping.
The disruption to global supply chains is getting worse, spurring shortages of consumer products and making it more expensive for companies to ship goods where they're needed.
Cargo logjam building at Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Covid-testing has disrupted cargo operations at the airport, with widespread delays and flight cancellations expected over the weekend.
Congestion worsening from Shanghai and Ningbo.
Congestion off of the two large ports is worsening following the shutdown of a container terminal in Ningbo where a Covid-19 case was detected this week.
Where have all the containers gone?
The trading world is seemingly awash in boxes, but companies say finding available containers is harder than ever.
After delays of four months, Ever Given arrives in Rotterdam.
The 20,388TEU container vessel, arrived at the Port of Rotterdam at around 05:00 (local time) today (29 July).
NNR opens new location in Indonesia.
From July 2021 NNR opens a new office in the centre of Semarang, Indonesia to expand on the growth in Central Java and Special Region of Yogyakarta.
Tropical storm 'In-fa' pummels eastern China.
In-fa has already produced wind in excess of 90 km/h) in the city of Shanghai causing more disruption with many flight cancellations and port closures.
Thailand to start their own liner operations.
Thailand mulls launch of national liner operator to tackle soaring freight rates.
Forwarder fury as ocean carriers threaten premium UK haulage surcharges.
Shipping lines looking to impose haulage surcharges for cancellations and amendments into the UK is a “cruel joke”, as trucking rates hit levels not seen in decades.
Container explosion rocks Jebel Ali Port.
It is reported that a Dubai Civil Defense team went immediately to the location and after 40 minutes the fire was brought under control, thankfully with no reported casualties.
6 Promising ways Technology will change Trucking.
Truck drivers are the backbone of the economy. They transport goods for both consumers and businesses. While the fundamentals will likely never change, many modern trucking trends are shaking up the industry.
The Ever Given given go ahead to leave Suez.
The 20,388TEU Ever Given will leave the Suez Canal after more than three months, following the agreement between the Suez Canal Authority, the vessel owners and insurers.
Yantian back to normal tomorrow, but box backlog will take weeks to clear.
Operations fell to around 20% of capacity as the virus spread through the YICT workforce, causing delays and congestion at ports across the Pearl River Delta.
Hamburg Süd containership collides with ferry loading dock.
The 'M/V Cap San Antonio' lost control and collided with a ferry loading dock on the Santos Estuary as it was departing the Port of Santos, Brazil.
NNR & QPR FC partnership immediately delivers!
Yesterday NNR UK had the opportunity to deliver urgently required first team training kit, provided by technical sportswear manufacturer Erreà Sport SpA from their Italian base.
Updated information for YICT (Yantian) port.
Today, 15 JUN, the port has resumed to approximately 70% of usual capacity. From 00:00 on 15/JUN export laden containers intended for a vessel with an ETA of less than 7 days, will be accepted at an increased capacity of up to 8000 FCL per day.
UK facing worsening driver shortage.
Calls to bring in the army to help ease the UK’s worsening driver shortage have been rebuffed by industry associations seeking “long-term sustainable solutions”.
Updated information for YICT port & NSA port.
Further information on the South China cargo situation from both Yantian and Nansha.
South China Ocean cargo update
Due to the COVID-19 spread in Shenzhen and Guangzhou area, ocean terminals have applied special arrangements recently. Here with the updated situation for South China three main ports (YICT & SCT & NSA)
Yantian Port closure adds another layer of chaos.
The closure has resulted in a further spike in container freight rates from Asia. #shipping #supplychain
MV 'X-Press Pearl' partially sunk off the Sri Lankan coast.
Efforts to extinguish the fire on board have been ongoing since it was first reported May 20 one day after the X-Press Pearl arrived at an anchorage approximately 9.5 miles off the coast of Colombo with a container leaking nitric acid.
Crane collapse at the Port of Kaohsiung in Taiwan.
The 8,500 TEU capacity 'OOCL Durban' has collided with the No. 70 Yangming Wharf bridge crane, reportedly causing the collapse of two cranes.
MV 'X-Press Pearl' partially sunk off the Sri Lankan coast.
Efforts to extinguish the fire on board have been ongoing since it was first reported May 20 one day after the X-Press Pearl arrived at an anchorage approximately 9.5 miles off the coast of Colombo with a container leaking nitric acid.
General Average declared for the NYK Delphinus.
ONE noted that "cargo interests (or their insurance companies) are required to contact the appointed average adjusters directly to resume transit or delivery."
NNR feature in this month's Forwarder Magazine.
Forwarder Magazine shows the customized digital advantages NNR can offer.
View LinkedIN item here
Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) experiences strong growth.
DAFZA's trade witnessed exceptional growth compared to the same period last year.
View LinkedIN item here
Nishitetsu Group are delighted to announce the newest subsidiary in the Middle East.
Currently with over 130 facilities present in 117 cities, in 28 countries and regions around the world (as of March 2021), this expansion is part of our global growth strategy and the progression from our existing branch liaison office.
Ripples from Suez ending in waves of price rises on all container trade-lanes.
Today’s Ningbo Containerized Freight Index (NCFI) North Europe and Mediterranean component jumped by 8.7%.
CHINA RAIL is always a topic for discussion in Europe.
Alexander Tennant gives us his birds eye view of past and present in our latest 'Interview with an Expert' feature.
EVER GIVEN vessel owner reportedly declares 'General Average'.
Contact your local NNR support center for more detail.
What's next for the Ever Given / Suez Canal situation?
An Ocean advisory from Janette Page of NNR Global Logistics United Kingdom is available for your reference.
Successful Refloating of the Ever Given today.
Many vessels have diverted around the Cape of Good Hope and those waiting will take a while to clear.
Suez crisis: vessel Ever Given successfully re-floated.
Please consult with you local teams for more news as many following vessels have already diverted around the African coast.
Containership Ever Given runs aground in the Suez Canal.
Efforts to free the 20,388 TEU vessel resumed this morning after tugs were forced abandon the operation due to continuing high winds.
NNR's creative technology solution for food products.
NNR's innovation in europe is helping combat the difficulties surrounding Brexit.
USA extends duty exclusions on medical products.
USA extends exclusions on certain Medical Care / COVID response product China Tariffs, until Sept 30, 2021
Some respite for civil aviation?
The US & EU agree to suspend Tariffs related to Large Civil Aircraft for four months.
Driver shortage issues to return?
As economies start to recover from the Coronavirus, will driver shortage once again become an issue?
Container market reliability needs to be restored.
The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) states the need to bring stability back to the market.
NNR wins Specialist Services Award.
NNR announced as winners of the SPECIALIST SERVICES AWARD by British International Freight Association
FMC potentially considering carrier penalties?
If shipping lines are seen to have refused export bookings, they could face fines on US sector.
‘Maersk Essen’ loses 750 containers overboard.
The 13,000 TEU vessel “experienced heavy seas during her North Pacific crossing” from Xiamen to Los Angeles.
China - Europe ‘Silk Road’ services suffering.
Increase in cost and transit time experienced due to COVID-19 and border delays.
Southern China temporary feeder operation suspension.
Feeder operation suspension in Southern China, will impact key ports until after Chinese New Year 2021.
Sky high ocean rates haven't peaked according to Maersk.
According to Maersk, the current high ocean rates still haven't hit the peak and might not for some time?
US companies fear Vietnam trade tariffs.
Would new tariffs on imports from Vietnam further harm US companies and result in higher costs for consumers?
COVID-19 and the future of airfreight.
What happens after Preighters, Charters & PPE?
Japan’s PM, Yoshihide Suga, makes first policy speech.
Japan's newly appointed Prime Minister announces plans to tackle climate change and digital transformation.
Will container woes ease after Chinese New Year?
With pricing and space decreasing at unprecedented levels, the main question is: 'How long will this last'?
NNR UK statement on industry-related difficulties.
NNR UK issue an explanation regarding the current difficulties in global trade for the United Kingdom.
MV ONE Apus reportedly loses 1,900 containers overboard.
The vessel is due to berth in Kobe, Japan imminently, to stabilize the ship and assess the loss, reports GCaptain.
NNR nominated for Organizational Excellence award.
NNR has been nominated by the West London Business awards for our resilience, adaptability and customer focus.
NNR UK shortlisted for BIFA award.
NNR UK have been recognised for their expertise in providing SPECIALIST SERVICES.
NNR Netherlands keep supply chains moving.
Schiphol Cargo recognises the great efforts of our Netherlands team.
South Korean government pressures carriers to improve.
Government pressures carriers to halt soaring rates and improve services.
Container disruption continues in India.
Severe shortage in equipment, high rates and 'unfair' demurrage charges..
United States of America begins a new chapter.
An interesting view of what supply chain challenges may lay ahead.
Connecting your Dots.
"The broader one's understanding of the human experience, the better design we will have."
Ocean liner reliability hits an 'all-time low'.
Ocean liner reliability hits an 'all-time low' as pricing peaks towards an 'all-time high'.
NNR UK's new logistics complex feature
NNR's new logistics complex in Wellingborough, UK is featured on the front page of FORWARDER Magazine.
U.S. Customs adjusts Customs user fees.
U.S. Customs is adjusting certain customs user fees and corresponding limitations, effective October 1st.
New E-commerce fulfillment centre in EMEA.
Introducing NNR UK's new central Fulfillment Centre. #FMCG #e-commerce.
Warehouse demand surges as retailers adjust.
Lockdowns perpetuate a sharp consumer rush towards e-commerce.
Rethinking The Global Supply Chain.
The crisis may accelerate a trend toward localization.