The Commerce Department said it has determined that imports of Chinese stainless steel sheet and strip are dumped on the U.S. market at less than fair value.
Indian off-road tire imports harm U.S. manufacturers
The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined that imports of certain pneumatic off-the-road tires from India are sold at less than fair market value, harming domestic manufacturers of these tires.
Executive Moves: DHL Supply Chain, WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff and Greenbrier
DHL Supply Chain appoints president of Automotive, North America, while WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff names maritime manager for Southern California and Greenbrier Cos. hires director of global security.
Lottery process for ILWU workers to proceed
Over 80,000 applied for a chance to become a casual member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union.
GPA sells 500 acres for commercial development
The Georgia Ports Authority sold the property at the Savannah River International Trade Park to accommodate growing customer demand for warehousing, distribution and transload facilities at the Port of Savannah.
Unifor strikes tentative deal with DHL
Unifor National Representative Mario Santos said “the bargaining committee worked around the clock to secure fair compensation for the workers.”
FMC reviews 7 OTI license applications
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received seven ocean transportation intermediary license applications and changes for review.
Maersk, Hamburg Süd strike slot purchase deal
Starting in April, Hamburg Süd’s cargo will be shipped on vessels in the 2M network, a carrier alliance consisting of Maersk Lime and MSC.
Commentary: All that glitters
Chris Dupin, maritime and intermodal editor of American Shipper, examined the importance of protecting high-value parcel deliveries, using the outcome of Golden Hawk Metallurgical’s case against FedEx for the loss of two shipments as an example.
Port of Oakland to make about $600m in capital improvements
Projects include the separation of railroad tracks from major port roadways, the creation of a refrigerated cargo facility, and the expansion of the TraPac terminal.