Heading into winter amid a supply-chain crisis comes with some new considerations, and buyers should be concerned about more than just whether or not there will be gifts under the tree this year. With more than 100 ships waiting to offload at LA ports, it’s important to remember that those container ships carry more than... Read more »
Much of the U.S. was hit by a winter storm and sub-zero temperatures, causing widespread power outages in Texas and other parts of the South, bringing freight movement across the country to a near stand-still, and causing multiple petrochemical manufacturers to declare force majeure. The timing of this storm could not be worse, as manufacturing... Read more »
This week much of the Midwest and Northeast is experiencing dangerously cold conditions and heavy snowfalls. Is your business prepared for this round of winter weather? Below are three things to keep in mind as you brace for this week’s arctic conditions: Plan for closures Many shipping terminals and warehouses may be closed or working... Read more »