The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global seaports and airports and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more international customers than ever before through global ports and free and foreign trade zones. As infrastructure around these global gateways continues to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply chain operations through their strategic use of global seaports and airports.

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February 14, 2019
By Bloomberg
Brexit Trucking Permits Are Flooding In as Hauliers Fear No-Deal
The U.K. has been inundated with requests for permits giving truckers unimpeded access to the European Union in the event of a hard Brexit, highlighting mounting fears among hauliers that their business could be curbed.
February 13, 2019
By Bloomberg
Tesla Rushes Model 3s to China Before Trade-War Truce Expires
At least three ships roughly the length of two football fields are slated to arrive at ports in China by the end of this month, each carrying precious cargo from Elon Musk.
February 4, 2019
By Bloomberg
China Buys Two Million Tons of U.S. Soybeans After Trade Talks
The purchase comes after President Trump said that China, the top soybean importer, had agreed to buy a total of 5 million tons of U.S. supplies following last week’s talks in Washington.

January 21, 2019
By Bloomberg
The Great Brexit Stockpile: How Corporate Britain Is Bracing for No Deal
January 11, 2019
By Bloomberg
A Perfect Storm: Carmakers in Europe Face Uncertainty Beyond Brexit
January 7, 2019
By Bloomberg
Seven Key Issues to Watch This Week in U.S.-China Trade Talks
January 3, 2019
By Bloomberg
U.K. Manufacturers Step Up Stockpiling — Again — Entering Brexit Year
January 2, 2019
By Bloomberg
U.K. to Spend $137M for No-Deal Brexit Ferry Routes

December 27, 2018
By Bloomberg
Cargo Volumes Are Booming in Trump Trade-War Paradox
December 19, 2018
By Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain
The Top Five Supply Chain Innovations of 2018
November 27, 2018
By Bloomberg
Border Shutdowns Could Cost Billions, Local Business Officials Warn
October 16, 2018
By SupplyChainBrain
Global Logistics Renovation: How a U.S. Furniture Maker Rebuilt Its Supply Chain
October 1, 2018
By Reuters
Carmakers Trigger Brexit Contingency Plans as 'No Deal' Fears Grow

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How East Coast Ports Are Getting 'Big-Ship Ready'
November 03, 2017
It takes a big port to handle a big ship. Can East Coast ports meet the challenge of handling the new generation of mega-container vessels? Container lines are engaged in a frantic race to build ever-larger ships, which promise to have a ripple effect throughout the global transportation network. Read More
Making Room for the Megaships in New York and New Jersey
November 03, 2017
It takes more than deep water to accommodate a modern-day containership. Sometimes you have to raise a bridge as well. Read More
The New Panama Canal: Who Wins; Who Loses?
October 18, 2017
The new set of locks at the Panama Canal is open for business. How will it affect North American shipping patterns? Read More