The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding ocean transportation and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering container shipments in a more efficient manner than ever before using new services and technologies that provide information en route - allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As ocean cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using ocean shipping solutions to power their supply chains.

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February 6, 2020
By SupplyChainBrain
Maersk Line Announces Partnership with Portrix Logistic Software
Maersk Line, a container shipping company, recently partnered with Portrix Logistic Software to integrate spot pricing into PLS’ market leading Global Price Management software solution.
January 30, 2020
By SupplyChainBrain
CakeBoxx Technologies Announces ‘ThermoBoxx’ Two-piece Reefer Containers
Shipping container manufacturer CakeBoxx Technologies recently announced the introduction of their new ‘ThermoBoxx’ refrigerated containers.
January 2, 2020
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Port of Oakland Outlook: A Conversation With New Executive Director
In naming new executive director Danny Wan, the Port of Oakland drew from among its ranks — Wan has served for 13 years in a variety of advisory and executive management roles, including port attorney. In this conversation with SupplyChainBrain, he outlines his vision of the port’s future.

December 16, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Maersk launches “Captain Peter,” a New visibility Tool
November 26, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
VesselsValue Launches Next Generation of Automated Vessel Valuations with Idwal Marine
November 20, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
CargoSmart Launches IoT-enabled “ CargoSmart Connected Reefer Solution”
November 20, 2019
By Bloomberg
Secret Ships Are Exporting Millions of Barrels of Venezuelan Oil
November 13, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Navis Announces Smart Suite of Applications for New Functionality

November 4, 2019
By Bloomberg
How the Trade War and a Changing China Are Roiling World Shipping
October 29, 2019
By Bloomberg
The Canal of Death Is Now an Economic Gateway for Eastern Europe
October 21, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
What’s Trending in Breakbulk Shipping, From Five Experts
October 9, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Kalmar Announces Kalmar One, the First Open Automation System for Container Terminals
August 26, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Transflo Introduces Transflo Trailer Tracking for Untethered Telematics and Location Reporting

IMO 2020: The Basics, Challenges and Impact on You
July 30, 2019 | Laufer Group International Ltd.
Digitizing Your Supply Chain Through IoT Sensors
November 26, 2018 | Sensitech
What Are You Missing in Your Carrier Invoices?
June 6, 2018 | Intelligent Audit
Port of NANSHA Emerges as the Jewel of the West Pearl River Delta
February 22, 2017 | Port of NANSHA
5 Worst Practices for Managing Global Freight
January 1, 2017 | Phil Marlowe, President, Acuitive Solutions

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October 21, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Ships Are Getting Bigger, But Intermodal Is the Answer, Economist Says
October 14, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
West Coast Ports Still Dominate, But Are Feeling the Heat From Rivals
August 20, 2019
By Ali Ashraf, SCB Contributor
Uncertainty Looms Over Transpacific Shipping This Peak Season
June 10, 2019
By Laetitia Jay, SCB Contributor
Improving Supply Chain Efficiency Through IoT Technology
April 15, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Shipping Industry Isn’t Ready for Looming Low-Sulphur Fuel Requirement

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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
Making Sense of Chaos: Logistics Embraces A.I.
November 03, 2017
There's just too much data out there for a human to make sense of. Can artificial intelligence save the day? Read More