Will ocean reform actually happen? — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 by an overwhelming majority and now the Senate has to present its version of the bill. On this episode of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira explains what it could mean for the ocean sector. 

He also looks at what’s happening with Maersk, the fight to keep ocean contracts in place through the new year, and if rates will rise in the wake of Christmas. 

Ferreira discusses what he says is the third wave of Containergeddon and...

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What can really save the ports? — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

On this episode of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira, CEO of Ocean Audit, gives his thoughts on the latest slew of solutions being thrown out by local and state governments to fix the port congestion on the West Coast. 

He postulates if Christmas is actually in danger of being disappointing for shoppers or if inventories can get restocked in time. Ferreira also looks at this next chapter in the Containergeddon saga. Is it a reboot of the original issue or is there an underlying cause that is not...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/what-can-really-save-the-ports-navigate-b2b

The White House’s sprint to fix port problems — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

The Biden administration’s encouragement for the ports of LA and Long Beach to hit 24/7 operating hours is front-page news, and so is the industry’s reaction to it. On this episode of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira shares his thoughts on the viability of this solution.

Ferreira looks at whether President Biden is asking for too much from the industry or if this step is not enough to unsnarl the port mess. Could this solution fall perfectly in the middle? Find out on this show. 

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Riding the OceanWaves — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

On this episode of Navigate B2B, Ocean Audit CEO Steve Ferreira views the key elements from this week’s FreightWaves OceanWaves symposium and what it means to the beneficial cargo owner.

Ferreira also talks about whether China will get a major restart this week upon its return from Golden Week. He breaks down some key cargo developments with another new vessel operator entering the trans-Pacific service and Zim Lines introducing new digital forwarding services for the SME.

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The next episode of the Containergeddon saga — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

On this episode of Navigate B2B, Ocean Audit CEO Steve Ferreira examines the trilogy of Containergeddon. He takes you from the throes of the original COVID-19 crisis to his original call in early 2021 of the untold strength of consumer behavior (and the resulting container surge) as buyers turned away from services to goods.

Next up in the trilogy, is the right stuff in the right place? Hear Ferreira’s argument of why the behavior might crash before the system does (and if that will be a good...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-next-episode-of-the-containergeddon-saga-navigate-b2b

The 3-ring circus that is ocean shipping — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

In this episode of Navigate B2B, Ocean Audit CEO Steve Ferreira shares updates from one of the more interesting weeks in the ocean freight world. He asks if there is controversy already with the National Shippers Advisory Committee.

Ferreira addresses rumors of 24/7 port operations and $400,000 jobs in logistics. Some may think ocean freight is simple, but even the best in the business have no idea what really comes next.  

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Olive branches in ocean shipping — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

It’s been a tumultuous 18 months for ocean shippers, with many feeling the pain of high spot rates and uncertain shipping times. However, one company is making moves that may ease some of the spot rate insanity. 

On this episode of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira breaks down how spot rates have finally hit the ceiling for CMA CGM and what that means for shippers the rest of the year. 

He also talks about some interesting moves by Walmart and the decision-making process of the Federal Maritime...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/olive-branches-in-ocean-shipping-navigate-b2b

Examining maritime equity — Navigate B2B

Navigate B2B 11/20

The ocean market is as tight as it’s ever been right now, but how do things stack up sector by sector?

Steve Ferreira looks at how equities in container, dry bulk and liquefied natural gas are faring as ocean rates continue to skyrocket. He welcomes Randy Giveans, senior vice president of equity research at Jeffries, to this episode of Navigate B2B. 

They look at the current state of the market, and Giveans provides predictions on how each sector will progress for the rest of the year. 

You can...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/examining-maritime-equity-navigate-b2b

The value of brokerage in a digital world — Put That Coffee Down

Surge Transportation is the fastest growing 3PL in the logistics space today. Based in Chicago and Jacksonville, they offer unrestricted access to almost all accounts, limitless territory, and a chance to be a key player in a growing company. To find out more email [email protected]

Kevin Hill and Richie Daigle welcome two guests on this episode of Put That Coffee Down and they discuss a common theme: standing out and seeking value in the transportation industry. 

First up is Steve...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-value-of-brokerage-in-a-digital-world-put-that-coffee-down

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