Port Authority Privatization Explained

Port Authority Privatization Explained

May 4, 2017

A port authority is a governmental, public authority formed by a legislative body, to operate ports and other transportation infrastructure. Most are financially self-supported and in addition to owning land, setting fees and levying taxes, these authorities...
American Shipper: Near Sourcing Isn’t a Trend – It’s a Strategy

American Shipper: Near Sourcing Isn’t a Trend – It’s a Strategy

Apr 27, 2017

Near sourcing, in-sourcing, and regional sourcing all mean the same thing: moving a business’ operations closer to where the end products are sold. Many refer to this practice as a trend, or a general change in direction.  The term “trend” downplays the sincerity and...
Crew Safety – Is that a guarantee?

Crew Safety – Is that a guarantee?

Apr 20, 2017

One of the most important concerns for any maritime vessel is ensuring the safety of the crew aboard. Since 1914, international regulations have been put in place to keep crew members safe no matter where they are in the world. The Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is...
Carriers and the Environment

Carriers and the Environment

Apr 6, 2017

Shipping is the most energy-efficient way to move large volumes of cargo – in fact, 90% of global consumer goods are moved on large carrier vessels. With the onset of mega-ships, the assumption is that bigger vessels can carry more containers, thereby reducing oil...
Meet TOC – Nohelia Freeman

Meet TOC – Nohelia Freeman

Mar 16, 2017

Originally from Bogota, Colombia, Nohelia Freeman has used her international roots to benefit her position as an International Specialist at TOC Logistics International LLC. In 2012, after receiving her degree in Finance and International Relations from a Colombian...
Trends in Logistics Education

Trends in Logistics Education

Mar 9, 2017

The supply chain industry is in a constant state of evolution. Technology is becoming less of a trend and more of a survival skill within an increasingly borderless international community. The “need-to-know” basics are expanding to include every step of the supply...
2017 Logistic Predictions

2017 Logistic Predictions

Mar 2, 2017

The shipping industry itself is incredibly difficult to predict and 2017 is no exception – just look at the volatility of 2016. With unprecedented shipping consolidations, the collapse of Hanjin, and the election of President Trump (bringing in a whole slew of new...
Danger in the Seas: Maritime Kidnapping on the Rise

Danger in the Seas: Maritime Kidnapping on the Rise

Feb 16, 2017

The latest International Maritime Bureau (IMB) report on piracy released last month reports that while global piracy has reached its lowest levels since 1998, kidnappings at sea were higher than the last 10 years.   In its 2016 report, IMB recorded the following:...
The End of the Trans-Pacific Partnership and Potential Implications

The End of the Trans-Pacific Partnership and Potential Implications

Feb 9, 2017

The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is no more. As one of President Trump’s first executive actions, the potential trade deal involving 12 countries (that make up 40% of the world’s GDP) was put to bed. It’s hard to determine what the United States is gaining or...