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Description: Bill Keyes, global logistics director of operations for leading engineering construction company Fluor provided his insight on trade tensions and IMO2020 pricing risks , questions for the EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) side of the freight transportation business. 2019 JOC Breakbulk & Project Cargo Conference, New Orleans

Bill Keyes, global logistics director of operations for leading engineering construction company Fluor provided his insight on trade tensions and IMO2020 pricing risks , questions for the EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) side of the freight transportation business. 2019 JOC Breakbulk & Project Cargo Conference, New Orleans

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Disruption caused by trade wars will reach deep into global supply chains, depressing an already uncertain outlook for the US freight economy.  </p></div>

Disruption caused by trade wars will reach deep into global supply chains, depressing an already uncertain outlook for the US freight economy.

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Tariff-related disruption spreading as US shippers ‘pause’ plans

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With the integration now set to begin, DSV has announced a round of executive appointments with candidates promoted from within both DSV and DB Schenker.   </p></div>

With the integration now set to begin, DSV has announced a round of executive appointments with candidates promoted from within both DSV and DB Schenker.

Last regulatory hurdles cleared for DSV takeover of DB Schenker

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the <i>Journal of Commerce</i>.</p></div>

An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the Journal of Commerce.

Prepare for period of ‘panic’ in trans-Pacific air cargo market: Tiaca

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But any shipper celebrations over potentially lower rates in a cooling market will be tempered by concerns about border congestion as US customs will now be tasked with processing millions of de minimis imports every day.</p></div>

But any shipper celebrations over potentially lower rates in a cooling market will be tempered by concerns about border congestion as US customs will now be tasked with processing millions of de minimis imports every day.

Air cargo braces for impact as US restores duties on Chinese e-commerce

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Price and volume increases are being seen across trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trade lanes, but there is little clarity on whether underlying demand is enough to prop up spot rates once the tariffs have been implemented. </p></div>

Price and volume increases are being seen across trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trade lanes, but there is little clarity on whether underlying demand is enough to prop up spot rates once the tariffs have been implemented.

New Trump tariffs spur rise in US-bound air cargo rates amid frontloading

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Container lines have blanked at least 80 sailings this month compared to 51 in March 2020, when volumes crashed amid early COVID-19 lockdowns, according to Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis. </p></div>

Container lines have blanked at least 80 sailings this month compared to 51 in March 2020, when volumes crashed amid early COVID-19 lockdowns, according to Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis.

Asia-US blank sailings exceed early pandemic levels: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The alcoholic beverage industry is in decline as consumer tastes change, which is being felt in the import business as it deals with flat volumes. </p></div>

The alcoholic beverage industry is in decline as consumer tastes change, which is being felt in the import business as it deals with flat volumes.

Fewer drinkers keep lid on US wine and spirits imports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The very idea of the United States getting back into shipbuilding at scale shows an erosion in acceptance of the concept of global trade, specifically comparative advantage. </p></div>

The very idea of the United States getting back into shipbuilding at scale shows an erosion in acceptance of the concept of global trade, specifically comparative advantage.

Questions of need, cost dog US shipbuilding ambitions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Apparel importers are concerned that tariffs on China will do harm given more than 4 out of every 10 shipments of the product come from China.</p></div>

Apparel importers are concerned that tariffs on China will do harm given more than 4 out of every 10 shipments of the product come from China.

US apparel shippers brace for tariff-driven volume decline

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>In addition to various ongoing supply chain disruptions that US agricultural shippers face, they must now contend with the highly volatile tariff environment that is forcing them to seek new markets for their products.</p></div>

In addition to various ongoing supply chain disruptions that US agricultural shippers face, they must now contend with the highly volatile tariff environment that is forcing them to seek new markets for their products.

Uncertain trade environment especially fraught for US ag shippers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While not ideal, the agreement reached at the IMO’s Maritime Environment Protection Committee at least puts a price on global emissions that will help narrow the yawning cost gap between fossil fuels and greener alternatives.</p></div>

While not ideal, the agreement reached at the IMO’s Maritime Environment Protection Committee at least puts a price on global emissions that will help narrow the yawning cost gap between fossil fuels and greener alternatives.

IMO deal on fuel intensity, pricing hailed as ‘major step forward’

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Some – but not all – LTL trucking companies are handling more imports as US tariffs take effect, but the market is otherwise weak, carriers and analysts say.</p></div>

Some – but not all – LTL trucking companies are handling more imports as US tariffs take effect, but the market is otherwise weak, carriers and analysts say.

US LTL carriers see uneven uptick in demand amid trade uncertainty

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But the largest US intermodal provider said customers have not yet meaningfully adjusted their freight forecasts, and shippers continue to tender the quantity of loads outlined in their contracts.</p></div>

But the largest US intermodal provider said customers have not yet meaningfully adjusted their freight forecasts, and shippers continue to tender the quantity of loads outlined in their contracts.

J.B. Hunt customers waiting for ‘dust to settle’ on tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US tariffs are forcing shippers in Mexico to rethink global sourcing and logistics strategies as complying with the USMCA becomes more complex. </p></div>

US tariffs are forcing shippers in Mexico to rethink global sourcing and logistics strategies as complying with the USMCA becomes more complex.

In Mexico, global shippers seek new logistics options amid shifting US tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US importers and their Mexican logistics and customs partners are experiencing longer wait times when northbound shipments arrive at border towns, and that’s inevitably raising transportation costs and leading to supply chain disruptions.</p></div>

US importers and their Mexican logistics and customs partners are experiencing longer wait times when northbound shipments arrive at border towns, and that’s inevitably raising transportation costs and leading to supply chain disruptions.

Tariff uncertainty pushing up transportation costs at US-Mexico border

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.</p></div>

Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Terminal49 was built on the development of software that helps to streamline drayage operations. Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Terminal49</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371367957112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Terminal49 was built on the development of software that helps to streamline drayage operations. Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Terminal49

Technology’s potential in logistics

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching its goal of above 90% reliability and bringing sustainability to its operations.</p></div>

Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching its goal of above 90% reliability and bringing sustainability to its operations.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Maersk is focused on achieving above 90% reliability, a rather ambitious goal given recent geopolitical tensions and other uncertainties. Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching that goal and bringing sustainability to its operations.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Maersk</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371364165112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Maersk is focused on achieving above 90% reliability, a rather ambitious goal given recent geopolitical tensions and other uncertainties. Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching that goal and bringing sustainability to its operations. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Maersk

Homing in on high reliability

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.</p></div>

NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Uncertainty can be hard on an industry that thrives on predictability, but it can also set the stage for opportunity and innovation. NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by NYSHEX</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371363583112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Uncertainty can be hard on an industry that thrives on predictability, but it can also set the stage for opportunity and innovation. NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by NYSHEX

Finding opportunity in uncertainty

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Bill Keyes, global logistics director of operations, Fluor on trade tensions and IMO2020 pricing risks, questions for the EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) side of the freight transportation business.</p></div>

Bill Keyes, global logistics director of operations, Fluor on trade tensions and IMO2020 pricing risks, questions for the EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) side of the freight transportation business.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Bill Keyes, global logistics director of operations for leading engineering construction company Fluor provided his insight on trade tensions and <a href="https://www.joc.com/breakbulk/looming-low-sulfur-rule-gives-breakbulk-shipping-jitters_20190524.html">IMO2020 pricing risks</a>, questions for the EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) side of the freight transportation business.</p><p><i>2019 JOC Breakbulk &amp; Project Cargo Conference, New Orleans</i></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="697DWiOhxQQ?rel=0"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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