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Mexican ports have seen an impressive 18% increase in container volumes in the first four months of 2024. This surge highlights the growing importance of Mexico's role in global trade and the efficiency of its port operations. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gWxFuyrq For more updates and insights on logistics, connect with me and follow my page. #Logistics #SupplyChain #CrossBorder #Mexico #Freight #Shipping #GlobalTrade #Transportation

As you may remember, earlier this year US East Coast ports were booming with freight as shippers were attempting to avoid big West Coast ports for a number of reasons. However, what goes up must come down, as we're now seeing a return to west coast dominance. October was a booming month for the ports of LA and Long Beach with a collective 735,755 TEU processes in the month. “And November is also shaping up to be a strong month as we see a final holiday push and warehouse replenishment,” said Port of Los Angeles executive director Gene Seroka. Meanwhile, US East Coast and Gulf Coast ports underperformed relative to the West Coast ports seeing a 5.1% year-over-year decline in imports, while West Coast ports saw a 12.7% increase. The biggest hit was felt by the port of Savannah which lost 16.5% of imports, settling at 220,298 TEU. The trend is likely to continue as a newly signed 6-year labour agreement has dispelled fears of strikes on the west coast, and transiting the Panama Canal has become more difficult and more expensive. Keep up with this story and more - sign up for our newsletter at shipnuera.com #initforthelonghaul #keepingontrack #nueralogistics #simplifyyoursupplychain #supplychainmanagment #freeyourfreight #shipnuera #logisticssuperheros

West Coast ports are seeing a surge in #imports, while the East and Gulf Coast ports are declining. #EdwardJZarachandAssociates has optimized its services to adapt to this shift with faster port times, alternative routes, and flexible pricing. We prioritize client-centric strategies to ensure smooth #logistics operations without interruptions. Visit their website to learn more. #WestCoastPorts #SupplyChain #Freight

On 2, 3 and 7 November 2023 respectively, global shipping frontrunners including AP Moller Maersk, Mediterranean Shipping Company and Hapag Lloyd announced that they would be imposing hefty surcharges on congested vessels at South African ports. While the decision to impose a surcharge seems reasonable in light of the increasingly complex operational conditions at South African ports, those on the receiving end of the surcharge may argue otherwise, as South African cargo owners are once again expected to cough up substantially more than the global standard surcharge. Read more in my article below. #shipping #MSC #Maersk #Hapag #trade #southafrica

US #cargo volume is shifting to West Coast ports, impacting East and Gulf Coast ports. West Coast ports have seen a 16.7% import increase, while East and Gulf Coast ports have seen a 13.4% decrease. #EdwardJZarachandAssociates has adapted to faster West Coast port times with innovative routing and pricing. For uninterrupted business operations, contact Zarach today to learn more. #WestCoastPorts #Imports #Logistics #SupplyChain

Transpacific Maritime Conference (#TPM24) is taking place in Long Beach, attracting leaders from the global container shipping and logistics community. Carriers & shippers often negotiate contracts at the event. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emsHcSYF #shipping #containershipping #transportationmanagement #cargo #maritime #shippers #contractnegotiations #logistics #supplychainnews

According to statistics from Mexico’s General Coordination of Ports and Merchant Marine, during the first four months of the year, seaports across Mexico moved a record 2.95 million 20-foot equivalent units, representing an 18.2% year-over-year increase.   Most of this volume was handled on Mexico’s nine Pacific Coast ports, totaling 2.14 million TEUs (19% y/y increase). Gulf Coast Mexican ports reported the movement of over 795 thousand TEUs during this same period (14.3% y/y increase).   With spot shipping rates from China soaring high during May and most likely June, it is yet to be seen if this growing trend of cargo handling in Mexican ports will continue.     #puertosmexicanos #mexicanports #internationaltrade #seafreight #oceanfreight #freightforwarder #maritimelogistics #freightservices   +52 (81) 8174 8000 www.crossdock.mx

Did you know that Mexican ports recorded an 86% increase in TEU throughput between 2011 and 2021? Primely located between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, and with direct access to the US and Central American markets, Mexico’s capabilities as a transshipment and connection hub for European, African, North American, South America, and East Asian trade have grown exponentially over the last decade. The country’s premier port, the Port of Manzanillo, handled a record 3.37 million TEUs in 2021 which accounted for 48% of Mexico’s total cargo handling for the year. Century’s Mexico network offers efficient door-to-door LTL shipments from Mexico to both the US and to the Central American markets and provides smooth customs clearance for improved intermodal shipping. Mexico’s intermodal shipping capabilities are being constantly enhanced by new cross-border rail and truck services which are being implemented every year. These services have particularly grown in attractiveness as shippers look for alternatives to transiting the Panama Canal amidst its ongoing water conservation challenges. Get to know our network today and learn how Century can keep you a step ahead of the competition! Download our data-driven deck for insights on Mexico: https://lnkd.in/gxKY5cQP #PortOfManzanillo #MexicoShipping #LatinAmericaPorts #CenturyMexico #GlobalLogistics #OceanShipping #SupplyChainSolutions #CrossBorderTrucking #IntermodalShipping

Borderlands Mexico: Mexican ports’ 2024 cargo volumes up 18% through April. Ports across Mexico moved a record 2.95 million twenty-foot equivalent units. Seaports across Mexico moved a record 2.95 million twenty-foot equivalent units during the first four months of 2024, according to statistics from Mexico’s General Coordination of Ports and Merchant Marine. That represents an 18.2% year-over-year increase. Mexico’s nine Pacific Coast ports handled the majority of container movements from January through April, totaling 2.14 million TEUs, a 19% y/y increase. Mexico’s two largest Pacific Coast ports — Manzanillo and Lazaro Cardenas — recorded a 14.5% y/y increase to 1.27 million TEUs and 35% y/y increase to 711,148 TEUs, respectively. #Mexico #exports #imports #customscompliance https://lnkd.in/gFrVC5Yp

♦ West Coast Ports Brace for New Surge in Imports - But They’ll Cope This Time! In a recent insightful article by The Loadstar, it was reported that US west coast ports are bracing for a surge in imports, driven by the convergence of supply chain and geopolitical chaos. Factors include the resumption of inventory build-up, returning flows that had been diverted to other US gateways during last year’s labour contract negotiations, a knock-on effect from problems affecting transits through the Panama and Suez canals and concerns about potential disruption at east coast ports as port labour contract negotiations get under way. Weston LaBar, SVP industry relations at Cargomatic, predicted that “there’s a perfect storm coming for the west coast.” The west coast ports have clocked up strong increases in throughput in recent months, reversing the loss of momentum to rivals on the US east and Gulf coasts, and this trend is expected to continue. John S. James Co., U.S. Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders, understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve in the shipping industry. With the surge in imports, it is crucial to have a reliable partner to assist with your shipping requirements. We offer personalized service to the international transportation community and have over 80 years of experience in the world of international transportation and customs compliance. Our team is dedicated to providing timely solutions for your logistics needs. For assistance with upcoming shipments, please visit our website at johnsjames.com. #WestCoastPorts #SupplyChainChaos #GeopoliticalChaos #InventoryBuildUp #PanamaCanal #SuezCanal #EastCoastPorts #ShippingIndustry #CustomsBrokers #FreightForwarders