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Thursday, June 13, 2013

A long talked about alternative to the Panama Canal moved one step closer this week

The amount of data in our world has been exploding, and analyzing large data sets—so-called big data—will become a key basis of competition, underpinning new waves of productivity growth, innovation, and consumer surplus, according to research by The McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) and McKinsey’s Business Technology Office.

Monday, May 20, 2013

According to a new study conducted by the global strategy and marketing consultancy Simon-Kucher & Partners, price pressure is higher in the logistics industry than in other sectors – no matter the country.

Senior economist reports calmer global economy, calls for regional policy innovation.

Monday, May 13, 2013

As the Port of Los Angeles hosted the 28th World Ports Conference of the International Association of Ports and Harbors last week, a crucial vote was being cast to determine its logistical future.

Friday, May 03, 2013

The Port of Los Angeles is gearing up to host the largest-ever global gathering of port authorities, convening in downtown Los Angeles next week for the International Association of Ports and Harbors’ (IAPH) 28th World Ports Conference.

Thursday, May 02, 2013

Shippers may have been cheered by last month’s manufacturing report issued from the Institute for Supply Management, but other key indicators suggest caution.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Four out of five executives surveyed say nearshoring will be an important decision in coming year.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

U.S. growth projections are particularly high, from a $2.5b market in 2011 to $9b in 2021.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

With the global shipping industry showing increased interest in the use of LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) as a fuel for vessels, members of the International Association of Ports and Harbors are laying the groundwork for how ports worldwide can accommodate this emerging trend.