When the container was imported for 15 months, the US port traffic was busy
According to the latest analysis of transportation expert John McCown, the country's ten largest ports in the country in December increased by 14.2 %, which was fifteen -month growth. Also read: The US port is expected to have a hopeful 2025 outlook in one year. McCon pointed out in his report: "Compared with the peak of the popular drive, this continuous surge has a double -digit decline for 15 consecutive months." In the full year of 2024, the volume of the in -site container increased by 15.2 % in 2023, which is the second highest growth in the record, which is only 17.5 % in 2021. In contrast, the load growth of the outlet lags behind 4.4 %. Comparing the current numbers with the pre -pre -level level, McCon emphasized that the number of stations in December 2024 was 24.2 % higher than December 2019, reflecting the five -year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to 4.4 % -to use it…
Container Exchange Customer Inquiry: Trump 2.0, Tariffs
Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, marked the beginning of a new chapter in global trade. Also read: Trump's proposed tariffs could trigger price increases and supply chain disruptions "With renewed emphasis on the 'America First' agenda, the Trump administration is preparing to make structural changes to global trade relationships. These changes are expected to impact key trade routes, tariffs, agreements and supply chain dynamics, prompting businesses across industries to adapt quickly Changing Logistics Costs and Productivity” shared. Christian Roeloffs, co-founder and CEO of Container xChange. “Higher tariffs, stricter trade agreements and the potential reorganization of key trade routes – especially amid geopolitical tensions such as the Panama Canal dispute – will challenge global supply chains and force container traders and shipping lines to adapt. " "At the same time, these shifts may create Opportunities for regional trade growth, alternative trade corridors, Strengthen cooperation among emerging markets. While the removal of…
Overloaded container crushes Tata Tigor
Tata Tigor container crash A tragic accident claimed the life of a Tata Tiger driver in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The incident occurred in the Lacolli area when a moving container overturned and fell onto the car, completely crushing it. The driver, who was in the car at the time of the accident, was rushed to hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. Event details Witnesses said a container being transported by a heavy truck suddenly overturned on top of a moving car. Video footage from the scene showed a crane being used to lift containers from the crushed Tata Tiger. The operation to remove the container took a considerable time, delaying the rescue of the trapped driver. Unfortunately, despite the efforts of rescuers to free the driver and transport him to hospital, his injuries proved fatal. Video of the incident went viral on social media, causing widespread anger and concern. Many point to the lack…
U.S. container imports see historic growth
A report by industry expert John McCown shows that U.S. container imports increased for the 14th consecutive month in November, with arrivals at the country's top ten ports increasing 13.1% year-on-year. The growth represents one of the strongest periods in container shipping history outside of the pandemic surge. Also read: Seasonal decline in U.S. container imports slows in November 2024 record-breaking momentum Total arrivals in November reached 2,033,620 TEU, a significant increase from October's 9.7% increase, but still 11.1% below the all-time high in May 2022. McCown noted that the 14.7% increase over the past 12 months was among the highest on record, excluding the pandemic period. "There's no question that we're seeing exceptionally strong and continued volume growth," McCown said. The value of containerized cargo passing through all U.S. ports reached $185.3 billion in November, underscoring the growth driven by strong demand. Coastal adjustment McCown's analysis noted significant changes in port activity, with West Coast ports outperforming East and…
Brazil Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition Schedule and Address 2025
Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition Exhibition Time: 2025.04.22-04.24 Location: Sao Paulo Convention and Exhibition Center, Brazil Location: Centro de Exposições Imigrantes Rodovia dos Imigrantes, Km 1.5 São Paulo – SP Exhibition Scale: Area exhibition space 32,000 square meters, number of visitors 35,900, 488 exhibitors Sponsor: Informa Group The highly anticipated Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition will be held with great fanfare at the Sao Paulo Convention and Exhibition Center in Brazil from 2025.04.22 to 24.04. stood as a valuable communication platform for 35,900 visitors from the logistics sector and 488 exhibiting companies. Exhibition scope: Ship equipment:Port equipment, warehousing technology, monitoring systems, civil construction, cargo handling equipment, safety equipment, public works, forkliftsMaritime services:Software and systems, dredging engineering, port services, terminal tractors, financial institutions, consulting and training(The copyright of this article belongs to Juzhan, and no transmission is permitted without consent) Introduction to the Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition: The Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition (Intermodal South America) is the most professional…
Bengaluru Tragedy – Container falls on Volvo XC90, six
Volvo XC90 container dropped IAST Software Solutions General Manager and family members killed in fatal accident on NH-48 - Volvo XC90 was the latest model purchased in October 2024 In a devastating car accident near Neramangala on the Bengaluru-Tumakuru Expressway (NH-48) on Saturday morning, a container truck overturned on their Volvo car, killing people including IAST Software Solutions Managing Director Six family members, including Chandram Yegapagol, lost their lives. SUV. The incident, which took place near Thippagondanahalli around 11 am, sent shockwaves through Chandram's hometown and Bengaluru's tech community. Volvo XC90 container dropped how the accident happened The tragic incident occurred when an Eicher Canter truck was traveling from Bengaluru to Tumakuru, with Chandram's Volvo XC90 SUV following closely behind. A container truck speeding towards Bengaluru lost control, crossed the barrier and collided with the Canter. The impact caused the container to overturn and land directly on the Volvo SUV, completely crushing it. The six passengers in the vehicle died…
Time and location of the Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition 2025
The Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Fair 2025 will be held at the Sao Paulo Convention and Exhibition Center, Brazil, from April 22 to 24, 2025, providing a valuable communication platform for 35,900 visitors and 488 exhibitors from logistics sector. Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition Exhibition scale: exhibition area 32,000 square meters, number of visitors 35,900, 488 exhibitors Exhibition duration: 2025.04.22-04.24 Location: Centro de Exposições Imigrantes Rodovia dos Imigrantes, Km 1.5 São Paulo – SP Exhibition Hall: Brazil Sao Paulo Convention and Park Organizer exhibitions: Informa Group Exhibition scope: Ship equipment:Port equipment, warehousing technology, monitoring systems, civil construction, cargo handling equipment, safety equipment, public works, forkliftsMaritime services:Software and systems, dredging engineering, port services, terminal tractors, financial institutions, consulting and training(The copyright of this article belongs to Juzhan, and no transmission is permitted without consent) Introduction to the Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition: The Brazilian Intermodal Container Logistics Exhibition (Intermodal South America) is the most professional B2B exhibition for cargo handling technology,…
U.S. container imports seasonally weak in November 2024
Descartes Systems Group, a global leader in allied logistics-intensive business enterprises, has released its December Global Shipping Report for logistics and supply chain professionals. In November 2024, U.S. container imports fell 5% from October 2024, consistent with the seasonal decline in previous years, but smaller than the 9% decline in the same period in 2023. Imports from China also fell, although November volumes were 13.3% higher than the same month in 2023, underscoring the continued strength of U.S.-China trade. Descartes Monitor's December update of logistics indicators continues to show strong performance for container imports in 2024; however, the potential imposition of new tariffs by the incoming Trump administration, the impasse in ILA/USMX contract negotiations, and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East may affect global supply The chain brings the remaining pressure throughout the year. Also read: US container imports increase for third consecutive month in September 2024 U.S. container imports in November were 2,368,758 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU), falling…
China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition Time and Venue 2025
China Packaging Container Exhibition (Shanghai) Accommodation time: 2025.04.08-04.10 Exhibition hall: Shanghai New International Exhibition Center Venue: No. 2345 Longyang Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai Exhibition scale: exhibition area 120,000 meters squares, 100,000 visitors, 1,200 exhibitors Organizers: Reed Exhibitions, China Packaging United will suffer The planned exhibition of 2025 China (Shanghai) Packaging Containers will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from 2025.04.08 to 04.10, providing a valuable communication platform for the packaging industry, enabling 100 000 participants to gain insight into industry trends and explore the latest technologies. Introduction to China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition: China Packaging Containers Exhibition (PACKCON) is a comprehensive packaging container exhibition platform jointly established by China Packaging Federation and Reed Exhibitions. It focuses on displaying packaging and containers made of paper, plastic, metal, glass and other materials, and brings together. innovative packaging materials, packaging structure, packaging design and overall packaging solutions, it is a big platform that represents the new trend of packaging…
China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition 2025, Time and Venue
The 2025 China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Expo will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Center from 2025.04.08 to 04.10, providing a valuable communication platform for 100,000 visitors and 1,200 exhibitors from packaging industry to explore the latest technologies and gain insight into industry trends and conduct in-depth discussions with industry leaders. China Packaging Container Exhibition (Shanghai) Exhibition scale: 120,000 square meters of exhibition area, 100,000 visitors, 1,200 exhibitors Accommodation duration: 2025.04.08-04.10 Accommodation address: No. 2345, Longyang Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai Location: Shanghai New International Expo Center. : Reed Exhibitions, China Packaging Federation Introduction to China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition: China Packaging Containers Exhibition (PACKCON) is a comprehensive packaging container exhibition platform jointly established by China Packaging Federation and Reed Exhibitions. It focuses on displaying packaging and containers made of paper, plastic, metal, glass and other materials, and brings together. innovative packaging materials, packaging structure, packaging design and overall packaging solutions, it is a big platform that represents the…
2025 China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition Guide (Time, Venue, How to Book Tickets?)
China Packaging Container Exhibition (Shanghai) Exhibition time: 2025.04.08-04.10 Exhibition hall: Shanghai New International Expo Center Address: No. 2345, Longyang Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai Exhibition scale: Exhibition area 120 000 square meters, number of visitors 100,000, 1,200 exhibitors Sponsor: Reed Exhibitions, China Packaging Federation Ticket information: Ticket booking guide: 1. Visit the corresponding exhibition page of Juzhan.com or the official website of China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition. 2. Click the “Ticket Booking” or “Apply Now” button to enter the booking page. 3. Fill in personal information according to the prompts, including name, contact number, ID number, etc. 4. Submit the request after confirming that the information is correct. 5. After receiving the successful booking notification, keep the confirmation information in the text message, WeChat or email. Introduction to China (Shanghai) Packaging Container Exhibition: China Packaging Containers Exhibition (PACKCON) is a comprehensive packaging container exhibition platform jointly established by China Packaging Federation and Reed Exhibitions. It focuses on displaying packaging and…
Yiwu World Container and Packaging Materials Expo 2025 – World Packaging Expo Schedule and Venue
2025 Yiwu Packaging Containers & Packaging Materials Expo - World Packaging Expo will be held at Yiwu International Exhibition Center from March 30 to April 1, 2025, providing a valuable communication platform to 56,758 visitors and 600 exhibitors from the packaging industry to explore the latest technologies and trends in the sector and in-depth discussions with sector leaders. Yiwu Container and Packaging Materials Exhibition - World Packaging Expo Exhibition scale: Exhibition area 30,000 square meters, number of visitors 56,758, 600 exhibitors Hosting time: 2025.03.30-04.01 Accommodation address: No. 59 Zongze East Road, Yiwu city, province of Zhejiang Exhibition Hall: Yiwu International Expo Center Sponsor: Zhejiang Packaging Federation, Hong Kong Huabo Exhibition Group, Association Chinese food and packaging machinery industry Yiwu Packaging Containers and Packaging Materials Exhibition-World Packaging Expo Introduction: Yiwu Container and Packaging Materials Exhibition - World Packaging Exhibition (PKWE)Since its establishment in 2016, with the aim of "facing the world and serving the country", it has won the praise and…
SC ports expand rail infrastructure in stable container
South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) continues to solidify its role as the logistics hub of the Southeast, supported by continued container throughput and significant rail infrastructure advancements. Also Read: SC Ports reports 7% cargo volume growth in June, setting various operational records SC Ports has three terminals capable of accommodating large vessels, a 52-foot-deep port (the deepest on the U.S. East Coast), and soon-to-be 10 million TEU capacity. The network includes two inland ports served by rail, as well as an inshore rail yard under development. Progress is well underway on an intermodal facility at the Naval Base in the Port of Charleston that will greatly enhance rail operations. Site grading and utility work are nearly complete, and concrete paving and track construction at the intermodal yard are underway. The facility will be served by CSX and Norfolk Southern Airlines, increasing capacity and efficiency. The expansion of the Greer Inland Port added more than 9,000 feet of rail and expanded…
How to buy tickets for Shanghai Asian Intermodal Container Transport Exhibition 2025
The 2025 Shanghai Asia Intermodal Container Transportation Exhibition will be held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center from 2025.03.19 to 03.21, providing a valuable communication platform for 11,670 visitors and 240 exhibitors from the transport industry. logistics to explore the latest technologies and obtain information. in industry trends and communicate in depth with industry leaders. Online ticket booking and ticket application is currently in progress~ Asian Intermodal Container Transport Exhibition in Shanghai Exhibition scale: Exhibition area 18,000 square meters, number of visitors 11,670, 240 exhibitors Exhibition time: 2025.03.19-03.21 Host address: No. 1099 Guozhan Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai Exhibition Hall: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center Sponsor: Information Markets Extension ticket 2025.03.19-03.21 30.00 yuan Ticket booking guide: 1. Visit the relevant exhibition pages of Juzhan.com or the official website of Shanghai Container Intermodal Transport Asia Exhibition. 2. Click on the “Ticket Booking” or “Apply Now” button to enter the booking page. 3. Fill in personal information…
Shanghai Asian Intermodal Container Exhibition 2025 Schedule and Address
The 2025 Shanghai Asia Intermodal Container Transportation Exhibition will be held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center from 2025.03.19 to 03.21, providing a valuable communication platform for 11,670 visitors and 240 exhibitors from the transport industry. logistics to explore the latest technologies and obtain information. in industry trends and communicate in depth with industry leaders. Asian Intermodal Container Transport Exhibition in Shanghai Exhibition scale: Exhibition area 18,000 square meters, number of visitors 11,670, 240 exhibitors Hosting time: 2025.03.19-03.21 Accommodation address: No. 1099 Guozhan Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai Venue reception: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center Sponsor: Informative Markets Exhibition Scope of Shanghai Asian Intermodal Container Transportation Exhibition: Material transportation and storage equipment:Road equipment, forklift equipment, traction and guide vehicles, lifting equipment, cranes, pallets, land, sea and air transport equipment, three-dimensional shelves(The copyright of this article belongs to Juzhan, and no transmission is permitted without consent)Logistics IT:Machine vision system, data collection system, supply chain and management…
Container carrying eight new Tata Nexon electric cars catches fire
Container carrying new Tata Nexon electric car catches fire Container carrying electric cars catches fire on route from Mumbai to Hyderabad: 8 vehicles damaged In a worrying incident that highlighted the potential risks of vehicle transport, eight Tata Nexon electric vehicles were damaged when a container carrying new electric vehicles caught fire near the Zaheerabad bypass on the Mumbai-Hyderabad highway. The incident took place in Ranchoor district on Sunday, leading to severe chaos, including traffic snarls. Tata Nexon electric car destroyed in container fire Witnesses said that as the fire intensified, thick black smoke came out of the container, completely engulfing the vehicles inside. The fire department immediately dispatched a fire brigade from Zaheerabad station and successfully controlled and extinguished the fire before it spread to other areas or caused additional danger to passing vehicles. Eight new Tata Nexon electric cars were damaged. Image – IamAmbrish_ Preliminary investigations revealed that the fire may have started in the cab area of…
Panama Canal plans to double container traffic for $8
The Panama Canal Authority wants to double the container throughput of its iconic waterway, its head, Ricaurte Vasquez, said. Speaking at the International Maritime Conference in Houston, Vasquez detailed an $8 billion investment plan for the canal, which includes a robust water-saving strategy after a severe drought caused the diversion of ships traveling between the United States and Asia. Also read: Panama Canal makes $3.45 billion profit despite drought reducing shipping Authorities are encouraging shippers to consolidate cargo and reduce water use per vessel, especially container ships. Additionally, the canal plans to expand cargo transshipment capacity on the West Bank, facilitating the unloading and reloading of containers by rail, truck or ship. The expansion will increase the canal's annual container traffic to 5 million by 2045 from the current 8.3 million. The canal has prioritized container ships since a 2016 expansion added a third set of locks, but now bulk carriers have returned, with recent slot allocations reserving about 40%…
Xeneta predicts another difficult year for container shipping
Xeneta's Ocean Outlook 2025 report foreshadows a challenging year ahead for container shipping and warns that heightened geopolitical risks could disrupt global supply chains. “Red lights are flashing on the geopolitical dashboard and it would be foolish to ignore them,” Zenetta warned. Also read: US East Coast port strikes to cause major supply disruptions in 2025 If 2024 is marked by conflict in the Red Sea, similar threats may persist in 2025, with no signs of stability allowing container ships to safely return to the region. The detour around Africa has stretched TEU demand, and while new ships and slower TEU volume growth may help relieve some of the pressure, they won't be able to make up for another major disruption. Geopolitical concerns include the possibility of an escalation of conflict in the Taiwan Strait, potential unrest in Bangladesh and worsening tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Persian Gulf. Key market trends in 2025 Xeneta noted that spot…
The container data center market will record strong growth
global Container data center market Valued at US$11.6 billion in 2023, it is expected to reach US$56.8 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 19% during the forecast period. Higher demand for data-intensive applications and the need for rapid IT infrastructure deployment are the key drivers of the market. The company is focusing on advanced technologies and strategic partnerships to enhance its containerized data center offerings. We are investing heavily in innovation to improve operational efficiency, scalability and energy management. By integrating technologies such as artificial intelligence, edge computing and the Internet of Things, the company aims to provide reliable and cost-effective data center solutions. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions help expand its global reach and provide comprehensive services across different geographies and industries. For example, in August 2024, Nvidia’s partner Sustainable Metal Cloud (SMC) launched HyperCubes. These containerized Nvidia GPU servers use advanced immersion cooling technology, which is 28% more cost-effective and 50% more energy efficient than traditional air-cooled…
China’s container trade and leasing rates to fall in the future
This month’s China market update is filled with developments that threaten to disrupt supply chains within China and from China to key markets such as the United States and Europe. See also: China's container trade and leasing markets send mixed signals Typhoon causes delays in berthing times and container operations at major Chinese ports Last week, China was hit by its worst typhoon in 75 years, which made landfall on its eastern coast. Hapag-Lloyd reports that vessel calls at Shanghai are currently delayed by 36 to 60 hours, while calls at Ningbo are delayed by 24 to 48 hours. This bottleneck is expected to intensify further as Typhoon Prasang approaches, potentially exacerbating an already tense situation. Several ports including Ningbo and Shanghai have announced the suspension of container operations. East Coast labor strike affects U.S.-bound goods On the US side, the ongoing threat of strikes at East Coast ports has created uncertainty. These strikes are expected to affect operations at…
Impact of impending strike on US container shipping
September is traditionally one of the busiest months for containerized imports into the U.S. as companies prepare for the holiday rush, a boost to the peak shipping season. However, this year has presented an unprecedented combination of challenges that could severely impact supply chains. Potential strikes, natural disasters, and tariff uncertainty are converging to create a highly volatile environment for global trade. This is also causing retailers to place orders forward, resulting in ample inventory in the U.S. See also: U.S. freight volumes steady, container prices not plunging In August 2024, U.S. containerized cargo imports increased 12.9% year-on-year, with major ports handling nearly 2.5 million TEUs. While this reflects strong freight demand, it also heightens concerns about an impending labor strike on October 1. "The potential for a strike at ports on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast adds uncertainty to container shipping professionals doing business in the United States," Christian Roeloffs, Co-founder and CEO of Container xChange. For…
US freight demand remains stable, container prices remain stable
The global container shipping industry continues to witness an increase in demand for US freight, with 59% of supply chain professionals surveyed in August 2024 affirming this, while 30% of respondents said they did not observe a sustained increase in demand and 11% remained unsure about the trend. This also explains the continued upward pressure on US container prices and the above-average container leasing rates from China to the US. Figure 1 US freight demand survey conducted by Container xChange in August 2024 "Looking ahead, the key question remains: how will freight and container prices evolve over the next 3 to 6 months? On the one hand, several factors are likely to keep freight rates high or at least stable. For example, ongoing disruptions on the Red Sea continue to absorb capacity, with no clear resolution in sight. In addition, labor disputes on Canadian railroads and at U.S. East Coast terminals have led to delayed container turn times. This means…
Rising freight rates drive global container shipping profits soar
The global container shipping industry posted a sharp rise in profits in the second quarter, with revenues exceeding $10 billion, helped by record cargo volumes and rising freight rates. The growth came after disruptions to Red Sea shipping, a recent analysis showed. Also read: CH Robinson: How shippers can prepare for potential ILA strikes amid growing disruption in North American shipping landscape Net revenues at major container shipping companies, including Denmark's AP Moller-Maersk A/S and China's COSCO Shipping Holdings Co., nearly doubled compared with the first quarter of this year. These profits even exceeded the $8.88 billion in the same period of 2023, as highlighted in a report published on Saturday by industry expert John McCown. McCown expects profits to continue to rise this quarter given the strong performance of international trade. The container shipping industry, which transports 80% of the world's goods, experienced a boom during the pandemic due to strong consumer demand and supply chain disruptions. However, the…
U.S. shipping container imports fall to $999 million
US Shipping Container Imports After two years of growth, the supply of shipping containers from abroad fell by -8.6% to 598,000 units in 2023. However, imports grew significantly during the reporting period. The most significant growth rate occurred in 2021, when imports grew by 188%. Imports peaked at 655,000 units in 2022, before falling the following year. Also read: U.S. container imports surge in June 2024 as port labor stagnates In terms of value, shipping container imports fell sharply in 2023 to $999 million (IndexBox estimates). But overall, imports grew strongly. The fastest growth was in 2021, with an increase of 101%. Imports peaked at $1.5 billion in 2022, before shrinking sharply the following year. Import situation by country In 2023, China (314,000 units) becomes the largest supplier of shipping containers to the United States, accounting for 52% of total imports. In addition, the number of shipping containers imported from China is nine times that of the second largest supplier,…
TT Club highlights ongoing efforts to prevent container losses
Container losses at sea have always been a challenge, often exacerbated by adverse weather conditions. Leading international cargo insurer TT Club continues to work with the container industry to mitigate such incidents. See also: TT Club warns: Ignoring container seals could compromise cargo security The World Shipping Council’s annual survey shows that container losses hit a record low in 2023, with 33% of lost units later recovered. Despite this positive trend, TT Club’s analysis points out that weather is the most important factor in these losses, highlighting the complexity of the issue. TT Club is actively involved in the MARIN TopTier joint industry project, which brings together more than 40 industry and government stakeholders to address the causes of container losses. The project has already provided important guidance on mitigating risks such as parameter rollover. Peregrine Storrs-Fox of TT Club stressed the importance of responsibility throughout the freight supply chain, from accurate cargo weight verification to proper load distribution. Differences…
Maersk launches new methanol-powered container ship
Danish shipping giant AP Moller Maersk has taken delivery of a new ultra-large container ship (ULCS) at a ceremony in the Port of Aarhus. The addition of the vessel marks an important step towards the company’s ambitious goal of achieving “net zero” greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Also read: Maersk’s path to carbon neutrality still requires LNG The vessel, named Antonia Maersk, is one of a series of new methanol-fuelled vessels that Maersk will receive between 2024 and 2025, built by South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. The move is in line with Maersk’s commitment to reduce emissions from its operations. Similar to its sister ship Ane Maersk, Antonia Maersk is 350 meters long, 53.5 meters wide, has a draft of 18 meters and a cargo capacity of 16,592 TEUs. The vessel can accommodate 30 crew members and features an innovative design that places the funnel at the stern while placing the bridge and accommodation forward to improve fuel efficiency…
Ignoring container seals can compromise cargo security
TT Club, a leading freight insurance specialist, has expressed concern about widespread disregard for container seals in the supply chain, highlighting the key role they play in preventing and identifying cargo theft. While seals are not infallible, they are essential in tracking where, how and by whom theft occurs, yet their importance is often overlooked. See also: Maintaining Supply Chain Security: Responding to a Surge in Fraud and Cargo Theft TT Club’s latest security bulletin highlights the need to build a stronger security culture that prioritises the use and inspection of container seals. Despite the availability of various types of seals, from basic plastic seals to advanced digital seals, many supply chain operators fail to recognise their value in maintaining cargo integrity and quickly detecting theft. TT Club Logistics Risk Manager Josh Finch stressed the importance of properly managing the sealing process and the need for thorough checks at every stage of the supply chain. He warned that ignoring these…
Explosion of dangerous goods container at Ningbo Port caused fire; no
An explosion occurred today in a hazardous materials container aboard a cargo ship docked at China's busy Ningbo port. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far. The explosion occurred on board the YM Mobility vessel, causing a fire which has now been brought under control. All crew members on board were evacuated safely without incident. The Liberian-flagged vessel arrived in Ningbo after docking at the port of Shanghai, according to tracking data from MarineTraffic. The ship was docked at Beilun Container Terminal 2 when the explosion occurred, according to a post on Chinese social media by state-owned port operator Ningbo Zhoushan Port. Yang Ming and the port operator said the exact cause of the explosion was unclear. Yang Ming noted that the container ship owner had declared that the cargo required dry refrigeration and no electricity was required, a translated statement from the company said. Despite the explosion, the incident did not appear to have a serious impact on…
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