According to the Port of Montreal—and verified in a press conference held today—the labor union, which staffs two terminals at the Port of Montreal, filed a 72-Hour Strike Notice today. Syndicat des débardeurs Local 375, a local member of the CUPE labor union, voted to approve a strike mandate on Wednesday to make such an…
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The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) contract is set to expire on September 30, which raises concerns for a potential strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports. A strike would not only cause significant disruptions but also a potential for “compensatory” detention and demurrage charges—as the FMC has not clarified that carriers cannot impose charges…
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Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective October 1, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective October 1, 2024 Equip.USD20…
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Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective September 15, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective September 15, 2024 Equip.USD20…
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Developments in the Canadian rail strike have been resolved. Mohawk Global will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as necessary. The below outline will be updated with the most recent information above the past events. Please contact your Mohawk Global representatives for information on how this disruption may impact specific shipments. 8/26/2024: The Canadian…
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UPDATE: 8/22/2024—As of this morning, CN / CPKC both halted operations over the announced strike/lockout action. The duration of the shutdown will determine the extent of the disruption. Mohawk Global will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as necessary. For information on how this may impact specific shipments, please contact your Mohawk Global representatives.…
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Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective September 1, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective September 1, 2024 Equip.USD20…
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Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective August 15, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective August 15, 2024 Equip.USD20…
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UPDATE: 7/31/24—The unrest in Bangladesh has begun to subside, below is the latest impact on cargo. Congestion has eased at the Dhaka Airport and flight operations are returning to normal as the internet connection has been restored. The port of Chittagong has resumed full operations, and all three terminals are back to loading and unloading…
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In India, the monsoon season brings four months of continuous rain, transforming the landscape and disrupting the flow of goods. While a blessing for some, it poses significant logistical challenges for many. The impact of the monsoon season on cargo varies by region, with some areas experiencing more severe disruptions than others. Logistics Impact Increased…
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