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Freight markets, tariffs and the regulatory changes that reach your cargo — from the UWL team that moves it.

Supply Chain Nov 23, 2021

5 Top Supply Chain Stories for Your Tuesday Before Thanksgiving

From flooding in Vancouver to $1B in infrastructure improvement grants, here are 5 supply chain stories to read before Thanksgiving Break.

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Ocean Freight Nov 17, 2021

Ports of LA and Long Beach Postpone Container Dwell Fee Again

The San Pedro Bay ports have again postponed consideration of the Container Dwell Fee until Dec. 13 after seeing a 37% decline in aging ...

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Freight Forwarding Nov 8, 2021

UWL Expands Midwest Footprint, Opens Chicago Office

Windy City, here we come! UWL is pleased to share that we're expanding operations with a new Chicago office just minutes from O’Hare ...

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Ocean Freight Nov 5, 2021

Cracking Down on Congestion: Two SEA-TAC Terminals Join LA/LB in Emergency Surcharge Announcements

Following the Ports of LA/LB, two marine terminals at the Seattle-Tacoma ports have announced Long Stay Rehandling Fees effective November ...

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Ocean Freight Oct 28, 2021

Ports of LA, Long Beach Announce New Measure to Clear Cargo Backlog; Fee Remains On Hold

Officials at the San Pedro Bay Ports announced a new measure to help clear cargo amid a deluge of import containers overwhelming the ...

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International Trade News Sep 7, 2021

UWL Announces New Direct, Transatlantic Air Freight Service to Germany

UWL's new Texas to Europe air freight export consolidation service provides air cargo shippers with reliable, weekly capacity and 3-4 day ...

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Supply Chain Aug 10, 2021

CHINA: COVID restrictions reduce air freight capacity, increase rates

As COVID cases in China rise, so too could air freight rates. Recent restrictions have lead to flight cancellations and difficulties with ...

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