Shipping Companies Face FMC Investigation Over Risk of Penalties for Urging Return of Empty Containers or Refusing Export Services

Shipping Companies Face FMC Investigation Over Risk of Penalties for Urging Return of Empty Containers or Refusing Export Services

Due to labor shortages caused by the pandemic, ports in Southern California are severely congested. Shipping companies are eager to send empty containers back to Asia, potentially neglecting services for U.S. exporters. If the charges against the carriers are confirmed, the Federal Maritime Commission will impose fines, emphasizing the responsibility of the shipping industry to comply with laws and regulations.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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New Model for Automotive Industry Cluster Development Powered by Dawanchan Bay Terminal

New Model for Automotive Industry Cluster Development Powered by Dawanchan Bay Terminal

Dachan Bay Terminal has partnered with Qianhai International Automobile Park to promote car imports and industrial development. Leveraging its unique geographical location and supportive government policies, it has become Shenzhen's only land-sea vehicle import port. The implementation of a new model of 'port customs clearance and in-zone supervision' has attracted a growing number of parallel imported cars, contributing to the development of the automotive industry cluster and injecting vitality into the local economy.

07/28/2025 Logistics
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Ume Port Emerges As Key Northern Sweden Shipping Hub

Ume Port Emerges As Key Northern Sweden Shipping Hub

The Port of Umeå is a significant maritime hub in northern Sweden, strategically located at the mouth of the Ume River. It boasts comprehensive dock facilities, including car ferry terminals, oil terminals, South Quay, Pier Quay, and North Quay. The port primarily exports timber, pulp, and paper, while importing oil and general cargo. Despite the challenges posed by freezing periods, the Port of Umeå remains a crucial node connecting the Baltic Sea coast.