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Federal government intervenes in port disputes in BC and Quebec, ordering return to work and binding arbitration
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
BC Ports shut down as BCMEA locks out union workers following strike notice
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
UPDATE: Port strike ends on U.S. East and Gulf Coasts after dockworkers and operators reach tentative agreement on wage increase
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
New CBSA policy: “Established business relationship” required for incoming air cargo
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Negotiations continue for Local 514 and maritime employers as CIRB concludes hearing
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Warehouse staffing and equipment efficiency allowing ports in South California to handle volume surges with ease
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Shippers watching upcoming US and Canadian elections closely, with trade policies in the balance
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Rail disruption update: Services restored under order from federal labour board, while unions prepare appeal
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Breaking news: Rail strike could begin as early as August 22 following CIRB ruling on essential services — UPDATED Aug. 14
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Main rail line through Jasper open, after disruptions caused by wildfire
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Logistics industry in Canada braces for two possible work stoppages in August
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Dwell times trending lower as transit times continue return to pre-pandemic levels
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Surprising rejection by France’s Senate raises concerns about Canada-EU Trade Agreement
The labour dispute at the Port of Montreal is at an impasse, with near unanimous rejection by the union of…
As rapid rise in Trans-Pacific spot rates slows, global air cargo market speeds toward “hot Q4”
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Strategic Analysis: Container shipping industry navigating capacity challenges worldwide
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Longshore foremen union in B.C. now in position to strike after rejection of “final offer” from employer
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
UPDATE: Strike reauthorized amid stalled negotiations with CN and CPKC railroads
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Demand for shipment by air increasing for tech, perishables and other valuables
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
US trade groups increase pressure on Biden administration, as ILA-USMX talks stall
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Surging Demand and Rising Costs Up Ahead
Canaan Group has been monitoring Asia/North America and Asia/Europe trade conditions resembling those during the pandemic’s peak. While demand surges…
Canadian Border Services Workers Vote to Strike
The Border Services (FB) bargaining unit, represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration…
Rail strike update: Work stoppage possibility on hold as CIRB reviews implications for essential goods
Possible May 22 work stoppage delayed as CIRB reviews implications of work stoppage for essential goods.…
With possibility of strike beginning May 22, railways, union workers, shipping companies, and Canadian government considering all options
Supply-chain industry braces for possible May 22 work stoppage: The possibility of strike looms at Canada’s major railways, with major…
Negotiations continue between BC port employers and foreperson union, with some hope of avoiding disruption
Negotiations continue between BC port employers and union: Federal mediators are working with the BCMEA and Local 514 to avoid…
Nov. 12, 2024
Federal government intervenes in port disputes in BC and Quebec, ordering return to work and binding arbitration
Nov. 05, 2024
BC Ports shut down as BCMEA locks out union workers following strike notice
Sep. 25, 2024
UPDATE: Port strike ends on U.S. East and Gulf Coasts after dockworkers and operators reach tentative agreement on wage increase
Sep. 25, 2024
New CBSA policy: “Established business relationship” required for incoming air cargo
Sep. 25, 2024
Negotiations continue for Local 514 and maritime employers as CIRB concludes hearing
Sep. 25, 2024
Warehouse staffing and equipment efficiency allowing ports in South California to handle volume surges with ease
Sep. 25, 2024
Shippers watching upcoming US and Canadian elections closely, with trade policies in the balance
Aug. 22, 2024
Rail disruption update: Services restored under order from federal labour board, while unions prepare appeal
Aug. 09, 2024
Breaking news: Rail strike could begin as early as August 22 following CIRB ruling on essential services — UPDATED Aug. 14
Jul. 29, 2024
Main rail line through Jasper open, after disruptions caused by wildfire
Jul. 29, 2024
Logistics industry in Canada braces for two possible work stoppages in August
Jul. 29, 2024
Dwell times trending lower as transit times continue return to pre-pandemic levels
Jul. 29, 2024
Surprising rejection by France’s Senate raises concerns about Canada-EU Trade Agreement
Jul. 29, 2024
As rapid rise in Trans-Pacific spot rates slows, global air cargo market speeds toward “hot Q4”
Jun. 28, 2024
Strategic Analysis: Container shipping industry navigating capacity challenges worldwide
Jun. 28, 2024
Longshore foremen union in B.C. now in position to strike after rejection of “final offer” from employer
Jun. 28, 2024
UPDATE: Strike reauthorized amid stalled negotiations with CN and CPKC railroads
Jun. 28, 2024
Demand for shipment by air increasing for tech, perishables and other valuables
Jun. 28, 2024
US trade groups increase pressure on Biden administration, as ILA-USMX talks stall
Jun. 04, 2024
Surging Demand and Rising Costs Up Ahead
Jun. 01, 2024
Canadian Border Services Workers Vote to Strike
May. 17, 2024
Rail strike update: Work stoppage possibility on hold as CIRB reviews implications for essential goods
May. 13, 2024
With possibility of strike beginning May 22, railways, union workers, shipping companies, and Canadian government considering all options
May. 13, 2024
Negotiations continue between BC port employers and foreperson union, with some hope of avoiding disruption
Apr. 30, 2024
Breaking Point at Port of Montreal: Implications for Global Trade
Apr. 30, 2024
Panama Canal on Course for Recovery with Increased East Coast Transits
Apr. 30, 2024
Extreme Weather in Asia Affecting Vessel Transit Times
Apr. 30, 2024
Update on the ILA (East Coast Union) Negotiations
Apr. 30, 2024
Ships Moving Again Through Baltimore Port, Four Weeks After Bridge Collapse Halts Traffic
Mar. 12, 2024
CARM: New Canada Importation System Starting May 2024
Mar. 12, 2024
Elevating Insights from TPM 2024
Mar. 11, 2024
How To Prepare In the Event of a Possible Strike or Lockout at CN and CPKC in May 2024
Mar. 11, 2024
Integrating E-Bikes Into Sustainable Transport: Navigating the Lithium Battery Challenge
Mar. 11, 2024
Balancing Cost and Reliability
Feb. 28, 2024
Revitalizing Global Trade Routes
Feb. 28, 2024
Possible Lockout or Strike at CN and CPKC by May 2024
Feb. 28, 2024
Starlux Airlines Elevates Cargo Capabilities With Airbus A350 Freighter Order
Feb. 28, 2024
The Complexities of Global Trade
Feb. 28, 2024
Shipping Perishable Goods: Meats, Seafood, Food Items
Feb. 13, 2024
Insights Into 2024 – 25 Shipping Contracts Amid Supply Chain Disruptions and Negotiations
Feb. 13, 2024
Mexico Gains Competitive Edge Through Near-Shoring Initiatives
Feb. 13, 2024
National Supply Chain Office Starts Its Inaugural Meeting for 2024
Feb. 13, 2024
Evaluating LTL Carriers In The Midst of Continued Failed Trucking Companies
Feb. 13, 2024
Exploring Indonesia’s Economic Growth and Trade Dynamics
Jan. 30, 2024
Unpacking Warehousing Trends in 2024
Jan. 30, 2024
LTL and Full Truck Load capacity and rates for Q1 2024
Jan. 30, 2024
Port of Montreal Faces Continued Threat of Potential Strike
Jan. 30, 2024
Beyond the Horizon: The Maritime Musical Chairs of 2024
Jan. 30, 2024
From Sea to Sky: Hybrid Shipping Solution in the Face of Changing Tides
Jan. 16, 2024
Disruption at Sydney, Brisbane, and Fremantle Terminals
Jan. 16, 2024
Are You Prepared for Canada’s Latest Goods Importation System?
Jan. 16, 2024
United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) and ILA (International Longshoremen’s Association) Urged to restart negotiations by US Importers
Jan. 15, 2024
Update On the Red Sea Attacks and Their Impact on Shipping (January 15th, 2024)
Jan. 03, 2024
Expansion of Another Air Cargo Center in Canada
Jan. 03, 2024
Trucking Supply and Demand Prediction for 2024 in North America
Jan. 03, 2024
5 Leadership Traits Of Logistics Managers to Strive For In 2024
Jan. 02, 2024
Update On The Red Sea Attacks and Their Impact On Shipping (January 2nd, 2024)
Jan. 02, 2024
Concerns Over Freight Rate Increases From Asia to North America and Europe in January 2024 Before Chinese New Year
Dec. 18, 2023
EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) Includes Ocean Shipping Sector January 1, 2024: Canadian Import/Export-based Businesses Affected
Dec. 18, 2023
Port of Montreal: Looming Strike Threatens Supply Chains, Calls for Government Action
Dec. 18, 2023
Red Sea Attacks on Container Vessels: Shipping Companies Reroute Away From Suez Canal
Dec. 12, 2023
Vietnam: “Factory of the World”?
Oct. 31, 2023
Vancouver’s $100 billion port expansion looms
Oct. 26, 2023
Declining Chinese imports to US: What it means for you
Oct. 23, 2023
What to expect during peak air freight season
Oct. 19, 2023
Ro/Ro Vs. Container Shipping for Vehicles
Oct. 16, 2023
Shipping Industry Consolidation? HMM Sales Process Initiated
Oct. 12, 2023
Saudi Arabia’s Big Logistics Transformation
Jun. 28, 2023
Port Workers to Strike July 1, 72-Hr Strike Notice from ILWU Canada (Labour Update #7)
Jun. 26, 2023
No Strike Action Yet at B.C.’s West Coast Ports (Labour Update #6)
Jun. 21, 2023
No News from ILWU Canada (Labour Update #5)
Jun. 19, 2023
Halifax Port announces details of New Tentative Deal (Labour Update #4)
Jun. 15, 2023
Tentative Deal for U.S. West Coast Ports (Labour Update #3)
Jun. 14, 2023
West Coast Ports Labour Update – Wed, June 14
Jun. 13, 2023
West Coast Ports Labour Update – Tues, June 13
Jun. 13, 2023
Logistics Improvements will save Chocolate Maker $1.2 million annually
Jun. 12, 2023
How could Spain’s Drought impact Container Shipping Logistics?
Jun. 07, 2023
Choosing the Right Digital Partner: A Cautionary Tale of project44
Jun. 06, 2023
Trans-Pacific Ocean Freight Rates Stabilize
Jun. 05, 2023
U.S. West Coast Port Disruptions: Largest Terminal Closed as Dockworkers Demand Better Pay
Jun. 01, 2023
21-Day Cooling Off Period starts for West Coast dockworker negotiations
May. 31, 2023
B.C.’s Trade Diversification Strategy: Driving Growth for Canadian Businesses in New Markets
May. 30, 2023
U.S. Importers Return Cargo to West Coast Amid Labour Talks
May. 29, 2023
Container Shipping Lines Mitigate Losses as Q1 Profits Plummet
May. 25, 2023
Truck Drivers Threaten Boycott Over Florida’s Immigration Law: Freight Movement at Risk
May. 24, 2023
Air Freight Spot Rates Drop as Bellyhold Capacity Surges in Summer Season
Apr. 26, 2023
Canadian Businesses Can Qualify for Federal Grants for International Expansion
Apr. 25, 2023
The Difference between Trucking’s Spot Rates and Contract Rates
Apr. 24, 2023
Q2 2023 Trans-Pacific Air Freight Market is Subdued from Slowing Demand and High Inventory Levels
Apr. 20, 2023
Container Shipping Industry Anticipates Increased Rates through 2023 Peak Season
Apr. 19, 2023
Newly Formed CPKC plans US$275 million Infrastructure Investment in Next Three Years
Apr. 18, 2023
U.S. West Coast Port Negotiations Face Uncertain Future as Disruptions Persist
Apr. 13, 2023
ILWU Canada Asks for Federal Intervention in Contract Talks
Apr. 12, 2023
Air Canada Cargo Expands Service to Belgium and Switzerland
Apr. 10, 2023
Canaan Group Wins 2023 Top Fleet Employer of Distinction
Apr. 03, 2023
CP/KCS’s April 14 Merger Creates First Single-Line Railway Connecting Canada, US, and Mexico
Mar. 27, 2023
The Future of Freight will be Shaped by these 5 Forces
Mar. 27, 2023
Port Worker Union Labour Talks on West, East, and Gulf Coasts
Mar. 23, 2023
The Future of Shipping Alliances
Mar. 22, 2023
Air Cargo Capacity Increase by 12% as more Passenger Flights Resume
Mar. 20, 2023
Deliberate Calm is the Key to Becoming more Adaptable
Mar. 16, 2023
Concerns over Clerical Workers’ June 30th Contract Expiry at Long Beach/LA Ports
Mar. 15, 2023
Green Fuels could Cost $2000-3000 per Container
Mar. 14, 2023
Port of Savannah’s Evening Hours Cut
Mar. 13, 2023
3600 CN Workers Vote for Strike
Mar. 10, 2023
French Ports Disrupted by Pension Strikes
Mar. 08, 2023
9 Ocean Carriers Commit to 100% eBL by 2030
Feb. 15, 2023
Automated Machines that Unload Containers
Feb. 15, 2023
Zim Expands Asia-US East Coast Service
Feb. 15, 2023
Vessel Reliability Improves, but not to Pre-Pandemic Levels Yet
Feb. 15, 2023
Air Cargo return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Feb. 15, 2023
U.S. East Coast Port Workers Begin Contract Talks Before Sept 2024 Expiry
Feb. 09, 2023
Four Greener A350 Freighters ordered by Air France-KLM Group
Feb. 07, 2023
Industrial Demand Remains High in North America
Feb. 03, 2023
The End of the 2M Alliance between MSC and Maersk
Feb. 02, 2023
West Coast Dockworkers Taking Random Job Actions to Disrupt the Flow of Cargo
Jan. 30, 2023
19% of Sailings Cancelled between Jan 30 – March 5
Jan. 18, 2023
5 Ways to Improve Supply Chain in 2023
Jan. 18, 2023
Trucking in 2023 bottoming out
Jan. 18, 2023
How much does ChatGPT know about shipping?
Jan. 18, 2023
ZIM Invests in Fintech to Provide Easy Financing for SMEs
Jan. 18, 2023
Logistical Bottlenecks to Fully Normalise by April 2023
Jan. 17, 2023
Chinese New Year to Cause a Slowdown in Shipments
Jan. 12, 2023
Severe Drought Causes Panama Canal Delays
Dec. 20, 2022
3 Ways to Lead Well in a Bad Economy
Dec. 20, 2022
Report: Driver Shortage in Europe to Triple by 2026
Dec. 20, 2022
Import Declines Expected for First Quarter of 2023
Dec. 20, 2022
The Port of Vancouver’s Podcast
Dec. 20, 2022
China Opening Up as Covid Restrictions Lifted
Dec. 19, 2022
CMA CGM Group acquires New York and New Jersey Terminals
Nov. 14, 2022
Excess of Containers in 2023 will lead to Insufficient Depot Space
Nov. 14, 2022
Q3 Trucking Demand Remains Strong
Nov. 14, 2022
Survey: Supply Chain Disruptions Are Not Over Yet
Nov. 14, 2022
Oakland Strike a Reminder that Negotiations Ongoing for US West Coast Ports
Nov. 14, 2022
Shipping’s Long Road to Decarbonisation
Nov. 14, 2022
Increased Blank Sailings and Idle Ships from Declining Trans-Pacific Demand
Oct. 18, 2022
Report Gives 21 Recommendations to Improve Canada’s Supply Chain
Oct. 18, 2022
New $1.5 Billion Rail Facility Planned to Ease California Port Congestion
Oct. 18, 2022
Drop in Import Demand Causes Ocean Carriers to Cut Trans-Pacific Services
Oct. 18, 2022
CN Shuttling Import Containers to Eastern Canada to Relieve Western Port Backlog
Oct. 18, 2022
Air Canada Cargo Adds New Flights from St. John’s to Frankfurt and Madrid
Sep. 20, 2022
Trucking Rates Finally Declining
Sep. 20, 2022
Typhoon impact Chinese Port Operations
Sep. 20, 2022
Transshipment Delays in Central America
Sep. 20, 2022
Strong Rebound for Canadian Grain and Canola in 2022
Sep. 20, 2022
US Freight Railroads and Unions Reach Tentative Agreement
Sep. 20, 2022
Slowdown of China’s Exports
Sep. 20, 2022
Manufacturing Numbers Show Supply Chain Woes Easing
Aug. 23, 2022
New Air Cargo Centre Opens in Halifax
Aug. 23, 2022
18.7% Growth in Global Air Cargo in 2021
Aug. 23, 2022
Rail Congestion Impacting LA-LB Ports
Aug. 23, 2022
CP and KCS Merger Approved for Foreign Investment
Aug. 23, 2022
Congestion causing some Shipping Lines to Rotate Vancouver Calls
Jul. 26, 2022
New Hapag-Lloyd Service from Saint John to Northern Europe
Jul. 26, 2022
European Flight Cancellations Impacting Air Cargo Too
Jul. 26, 2022
Canadian Government Offering Incentives for Truckers to Go Green
Jul. 26, 2022
Estimated $40B in Cargo on Waiting Container Ships off East and West Coasts
Jul. 26, 2022
Short-Term Breakbulk Rates Weaken, but Long-Term Forecast Remains Strong
Jul. 26, 2022
Trucker Protests Block Port of Oakland
Jun. 21, 2022
Carriers vow to flex capacity to keep freight rates stable, despite anticipation of new ships and worsening economy
Jun. 21, 2022
Expect electric vehicles and labour shortages in coming decade, say trucking industry executives
Jun. 21, 2022
As consumer demand soars, LA Port anticipates early peak cargo season
Jun. 21, 2022
750 employees strike, but CN says operations not impacted
Jun. 20, 2022
South Korean trucking strike ends, shipments resume at crucial Busan port
May. 31, 2022
Port Congestion Causing Air Cargo Rates to Increase
May. 31, 2022
Truckload and LTL Pricing Continues to Rise
May. 31, 2022
West Coast Labour Negotiations Intensify Over Port Automation Debate
May. 31, 2022
Ocean Carrier Reliability Continues to be a Challenge
May. 31, 2022
Shanghai Reopens June 1 but Supply Chain Backlog Will Persist
Apr. 19, 2022
Canadian Airlines Add Cargo Capacity to Meet Increasing Demand
Apr. 19, 2022
State of Georgia Declares Supply Chain State of Emergency
Apr. 19, 2022
50% Chance that US West Coast Ports will Strike
Apr. 19, 2022
Canada’s Forestry Industry Reducing Operations due to Supply Chain Challenges
Apr. 19, 2022
How will Shanghai’s Pandemic Lockdown Impact Supply Chain?
Mar. 22, 2022
BREAKING: CP Rail Back to Work Today (Mar 22)
Mar. 22, 2022
China’s Ports and Airports are Impacted by COVID Outbreaks and Restrictions
Mar. 22, 2022
Upcoming Environmental Regulations Will Slow Ocean Rate Declines
Mar. 22, 2022
Canada joining International Group to Investigate “Obscene Profit” of Shipping Carriers
Mar. 21, 2022
CP Strike Starts but Government wants Quick Resolution
Mar. 21, 2022
Modernizing IT is a Key to Improving Your Supply Chain
Mar. 10, 2022
CP Votes to Strike as Early as March 16
Feb. 22, 2022
COVID-19 Vaccines to be Manufactured in Mobile Shipping Container Factories
Feb. 22, 2022
Do You Need Cargo Insurance? Shipping Accidents Increase in Past 18 Months
Feb. 22, 2022
Following Record Revenues, Air Canada Adds First Dedicated B767 Freighter
Feb. 22, 2022
LA-LB Port Flow Improves, but Congestion Persists
Feb. 22, 2022
Trucking Rates Continue to Rise from Weather, COVID-19, and Protests
Feb. 22, 2022
8-9 Months for Container Shipping Reliability to Recover
Feb. 14, 2022
Celebrating 40 Years of Business
Jan. 25, 2022
Outlook for Air Cargo Looking Bleak
Jan. 25, 2022
US West Coast Ports Face Possible 2022 Strike
Jan. 25, 2022
Vaccination Mandate for all Drivers Entering the US
Jan. 25, 2022
Blank Sailings during Chinese New Year
Jan. 25, 2022
Transportation Buying Trends for 2022
Jan. 24, 2022
Coming Soon: Autonomous Electric Freight Trains
Dec. 21, 2021
10 Ideas for Taking a Really Good Vacation
Dec. 21, 2021
November’s LMI shows Continued Expansion in the Logistics Industry
Dec. 21, 2021
Canaan Group’s Holiday Schedule
Dec. 21, 2021
Experts say LA-LB Backlog Won’t Clear Until Mid-2022
Dec. 21, 2021
Rebuilding after the BC Flood
Nov. 30, 2021