The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) contract that includes 3 dozen ports and 45,000 dockworkers, covering Maine to the Gulf of Mexico near Texas, is set to expire on September 30th. If the ILA and the U.S. Maritime Alliance cannot reach an agreement by this deadline, this would lead to a strike. This strike would... Read more »
Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the Gulf Coast of Texas on Monday. Beryl landed about 85 miles southwest of Houston. With a maximum wind speed of 80 mph, much damage was sustained to the surrounding area. Nearly 3 million Texans are without power across the coast. Many of Port Houston’s key facilities were damaged, including... Read more »
In recent months, the container shipping industry has encountered a perfect storm of challenges, resulting in significant disruptions and increased costs for shippers worldwide. A confluence of factors, including ongoing Red Sea diversions, Asian port congestion, and sudden demand spikes, has created a volatile environment reminiscent of the tumultuous period experienced during the pandemic.... Read more »
Calling all manufacturers and industry enthusiasts! The Adhesives & Bonding Expo, North America’s largest free-to-attend trade fair for this sector, is returning to Novi, Michigan. Mark your calendars for June 25th to 27th, 2024, and get ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge adhesives and bonding solutions. This year’s expo promises to be... Read more »
2024 has already proven to be an active year for severe weather. As of May 28, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has recorded 1,016 tornado reports, including 55 that were possibly EF2 or higher. This is the second highest number of tornadoes recorded to-date in a year behind only 2011. This year’s... Read more »
ChemCeed, a leading supplier of specialty chemicals, will be exhibiting at the upcoming Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) Annual Meeting & Exhibition, taking place at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN on May 19th to May 23rd, 2024. At the show, ChemCeed will be showcasing its new line of specialty esters,... Read more »
ChemCeed, a leading provider of chemical raw materials used for innovative coating solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in the upcoming American Coatings Show (ACS), taking place in at the Indianapolis Convention center in Indianapolis, IN from April 30th to May 2nd, 2024. The ACS is the premier event for the coatings industry,... Read more »
Wisconsin Tornado Awareness Week takes place from April 8-12 and it is a crucial time to explore what makes tornadoes so powerful, their impacts, and how to stay safe when they strike. First things first, what is a tornado? A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to... Read more »
A combination of shipping delays due to the ongoing issues with the major shipping lanes in the Red Sea and the Panama canal, compounded by several force majeure announcements from global manufacturers, have caused a trickle down effect of supply disruptions that could impact your business. With one of the supply interruptions being a key syngas... Read more »
March 15th marks Global Recycling Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of recycling and its role in preserving our environment. As we strive for a more sustainable future, it’s crucial to recognize the efforts made within the chemical industry towards responsible distribution and waste management. ACD Responsible Distribution: Pioneering Environmental Standards... Read more »
