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Management Buyout Rumor Boosts ZIM

Israeli shipping company ZIM Integrated Shipping Services last week posted a rise in its stock price after Street Insider cited a source saying that the CEO was considering a management buyout. 

March 10, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Shipping Executives in Crisis Mode Over Tariff ‘Earthquake’

Global shipping executives gathered this week in Long Beach, Calif., for a major annual conference, then found themselves in crisis mode. 

March 5, 2025
BusinessTechnology

Uber Freight Launches Major Shipping Platform Update

Building on its 2018 debut, Uber Freight Shipping has expanded beyond streamlined freight quoting, booking and tracking.

August 15, 2024
BusinessLogistics

What Is a Bill of Lading (BOL)?

Learn what a Bill of Lading (BOL) is, its role in freight documentation, and why it's crucial for shipping and logistics. Watch the video now.

June 25, 2024
BusinessLogistics

What Is Safety Stock?

Explore how safety stock helps prevent inventory shortages and keeps supply chains running smoothly. Watch the video for real-world examples.

May 30, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsGlobal Freight

Shipping Giant MSC Vows to Fight ‘Excessive’ $63M FMC Fine

The world’s largest container carrier will push back against a proposed U.S. government fine that would rank among the stiffest penalties handed down by the Washington regulator.

April 10, 2024
BusinessLogisticsTCA

Could Free Shipping Be Coming to an End for Online Shoppers?

A Google search for “end of free shipping” churns out dozens of media and trade group reports. This time, however, consumer concerns may be warranted.

February 29, 2024
Business

Update: Port of LA Leader Outlines 2024 Goals

"The Port of Los Angeles ranks as the nation’s No. 1 container port,” Gene Seroka emphasizes. In the annual State of the Port address, the executive director detailed his vision for the port regarding economic growth and environmental actions. 

January 18, 2024
GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics

US Calls Houthi Shipping Threat an ‘All Hands on Deck’ Issue

The U.S. launched a new strike against the Yemen-based Houthis on Jan. 16, hitting anti-ship missiles in the third assault on the Iranian-backed group in recent days, the U.S. military said.

January 16, 2024
Government

Amazon Business Tops 2023 Global Freight List

Amazon's extensive 3PL operation landed it atop this year's TT Top 50 Global Freight Companies list.

November 3, 2023

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