JOC Senior Content Editor Alessandra Barrett joins APM Terminals Head of Pricing and Strategy Jeremy Ford at the 16th TPM Conference in Long Beach to discuss the rate of growth in ship sizes and APMT’s strategy for coping with these vessels and the operational challenges of vessel-sharing agreements. The conversation examines operations at Mexico's Lazaro Cardenas and the U.S. Gulf Coast's Port of Mobile, as the duo discuss APMT’s efforts to breed efficiency beyond the waterfront and throughout the rest of the supply chain.

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Doha-based carrier will expand the digital connectivity of its containers to improve real-time visibility across the global cargo and passenger network.</p></div>

The Doha-based carrier will expand the digital connectivity of its containers to improve real-time visibility across the global cargo and passenger network.

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Qatar Cargo launches ‘transformative’ digitalization drive for air containers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US is seeking to amend rules regarding so-called de minimis shipments, which have skyrocketed since the pandemic. </p></div>

The US is seeking to amend rules regarding so-called de minimis shipments, which have skyrocketed since the pandemic.

CBP seeks industry input on rules curbing low-value shipment abuse

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Capacity will continue to be the greatest challenge facing cargo owners moving goods from Asia by air this year. </p></div>

Capacity will continue to be the greatest challenge facing cargo owners moving goods from Asia by air this year.

Ex-Asia air freight capacity constraints to persist in 2025

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The deal will see Acuitive Solutions’ AcuAudit product integrated into Cass’ freight audit and payment platform, one widely used by large shippers.</p></div>

The deal will see Acuitive Solutions’ AcuAudit product integrated into Cass’ freight audit and payment platform, one widely used by large shippers.

Cass acquires international freight invoice auditing tool to widen modal reach

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Whether it be geopolitical crises, labor unrest or the wild card of a second Trump administration, the global supply chain will face no shortage of unknowns in 2025.</p></div>

Whether it be geopolitical crises, labor unrest or the wild card of a second Trump administration, the global supply chain will face no shortage of unknowns in 2025.

Risks ‘coming fast’ as global supply chain shifts nervously into new year

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With the president-elect looking to unwind some Biden administration policies, US port operators want to ensure that maritime transportation funding will not be unduly affected.</p></div>

With the president-elect looking to unwind some Biden administration policies, US port operators want to ensure that maritime transportation funding will not be unduly affected.

US ports urge Trump, Congress to keep funds in place but tariffs at bay

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A handful of companies unveiled new products in the last week intended to enable decision-making based off the visibility data they provide. </p></div>

A handful of companies unveiled new products in the last week intended to enable decision-making based off the visibility data they provide.

Visibility vendors move to extend reach and relevancy in rebalancing market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The pricing move means a general rate increase planned by carriers for Jan. 15 will not be implemented, forwarders say, because demand is not sufficient to support another boost.</p></div>

The pricing move means a general rate increase planned by carriers for Jan. 15 will not be implemented, forwarders say, because demand is not sufficient to support another boost.

Carriers extend spot rates in bid to avoid further rate erosion in eastbound trans-Pac

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The shipowner’s decision to expand its MPV fleet is underpinned by expected growth in project cargo volumes and a lack of suitable ships. </p></div>

The shipowner’s decision to expand its MPV fleet is underpinned by expected growth in project cargo volumes and a lack of suitable ships.

Norden MPV leasing deal capitalizes on global fleet undercapacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The carrier said its ability to capture market share was directly linked to a shift in trade dynamics as mainline operators outsourced intra-regional services to more agile operators.</p></div>

The carrier said its ability to capture market share was directly linked to a shift in trade dynamics as mainline operators outsourced intra-regional services to more agile operators.

Unifeeder boosts market share as Red Sea diversions grow Med business

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The twin complaints to the FMC charge that several ocean carriers pushed the shippers into paying surcharges and premium rates totaling $5.5 million, while creating another $76 million in added spot market costs. </p></div>

The twin complaints to the FMC charge that several ocean carriers pushed the shippers into paying surcharges and premium rates totaling $5.5 million, while creating another $76 million in added spot market costs.

Two US shippers latest to allege carriers bumped contract cargo to spot market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US last-mile market has become fragmented, benefiting shippers from both a cost and capacity perspective. </p></div>

The US last-mile market has become fragmented, benefiting shippers from both a cost and capacity perspective.

FedEx, UPS to continue discounting parcel rates amid increased competition

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Barstow International Gateway will be a transloading hub where the contents of ocean containers come to be transferred into 53-foot domestic containers to travel inland, ensuring quicker turnarounds of ocean boxes moving back to the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.</p></div>

The Barstow International Gateway will be a transloading hub where the contents of ocean containers come to be transferred into 53-foot domestic containers to travel inland, ensuring quicker turnarounds of ocean boxes moving back to the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

BNSF Barstow project to proceed after CARB emissions rule withdrawn

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Projections for North American intermodal will likely be upended by some “black swan” event that isn’t even on the radar right now as there seems to be no shortage of potential hot spots and disruptors looming, writes Larry Gross.</p></div>

Projections for North American intermodal will likely be upended by some “black swan” event that isn’t even on the radar right now as there seems to be no shortage of potential hot spots and disruptors looming, writes Larry Gross.

Intermodal comes off strong 2024 to face market unknowns of new year: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US producer price index shows LTL pricing has been flat since September, but carriers continue to push for annualized increases in service contracts. </p></div>

The US producer price index shows LTL pricing has been flat since September, but carriers continue to push for annualized increases in service contracts.

US LTL truck pricing flat, but still elevated despite low demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Domestic intermodal providers are frustrated that they’ve been unable to win significant rate increases in contracts in early 2025, but capacity in trucking and rail is still abundant and easy to procure.</p></div>

Domestic intermodal providers are frustrated that they’ve been unable to win significant rate increases in contracts in early 2025, but capacity in trucking and rail is still abundant and easy to procure.

Intermodal providers navigate tough pricing environment at start of year

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”</p></div>

Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Global protectionism and geopolitical shifts are prompting companies to delay real estate decisions. Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363936408112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Global protectionism and geopolitical shifts are prompting companies to delay real estate decisions. Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.” Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties

The 1.5-year impact rule

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.</p></div>

Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Strategic locations and green initiatives are essential in today's industrial real estate landscape. Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363935724112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Strategic locations and green initiatives are essential in today's industrial real estate landscape. Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth. Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties

Evolving industrial real estate needs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&amp;K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.</p></div>

Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Data-driven approaches are crucial for enhancing customer success and operational resilience. Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&amp;K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by C&amp;K Trucking</b></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363702996112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Data-driven approaches are crucial for enhancing customer success and operational resilience. Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions. Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by C&K Trucking

Navigating logistics challenges

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>JOC Senior Content Editor Alessandra Barrett joins APM Terminals Head of Pricing and Strategy Jeremy Ford at the 16th TPM Conference in Long Beach to discuss the rate of growth in ship sizes and APMT’s strategy for coping with these vessels and the operational challenges of vessel-sharing agreements. The duo also discuss APMT’s efforts to breed efficiency beyond the waterfront and throughout the rest of the supply chain.</p></div>

JOC Senior Content Editor Alessandra Barrett joins APM Terminals Head of Pricing and Strategy Jeremy Ford at the 16th TPM Conference in Long Beach to discuss the rate of growth in ship sizes and APMT’s strategy for coping with these vessels and the operational challenges of vessel-sharing agreements. The duo also discuss APMT’s efforts to breed efficiency beyond the waterfront and throughout the rest of the supply chain.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>JOC Senior Content Editor Alessandra Barrett joins APM Terminals Head of Pricing and Strategy Jeremy Ford at the 16th TPM Conference in Long Beach to discuss the rate of growth in ship sizes and APMT’s strategy for coping with these vessels and the operational challenges of vessel-sharing agreements. The conversation examines operations at Mexico's Lazaro Cardenas and the U.S. Gulf Coast's Port of Mobile, as the duo discuss APMT’s efforts to breed efficiency beyond the waterfront and throughout the rest of the supply chain.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="jg7JSWAhBg4"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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