This is an interesting article for anyone in shipping, or just interested in corporate strategy and top level management. at the end is a great short answer on becoming a new CEO (or any management position).
bcg.perspectives – Transforming Companies for Success: An Interview with the CEO of Maersk Group.
Posted in Leadership, Shipping, Strategy
There now seems to be a run of strikes at drayage companies where drivers were supposedly misclassified as owner-operators.
Port truck drivers plan sixth strike against company – LA Times.
The Teamsters always seem to be involved somehow. Here’s the Facebook page for a supporting organization.
https://www.facebook.com/Justice4PortDrivers
This story appeared in American Shipper.
Truck drivers strike Southern California drayage company
Another story from the LA Times
Port truck drivers vying to join union get state, federal boost
Posted in Labor Economics, Shipping, Trucking
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has issued a report speculating on how ocean freight will move to ports in the US. It is based on significant analysis, but is still speculation. But those in the business should be aware of the possible consequences and be ready to take action.
bcg.perspectives – How the Panama Canal Expansion Is Redrawing the Logistics Map.
It’s a multi-part web page, and this is just the first page, so keep clicking to read the whole thing. The report was jointly prepared with CH Robinson.
Posted in Shipping, Strategy, Supply Chains
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