by Mark Bongean | Last edited 1.27.2021 This year the 2021 Chinese Lunar New Year holiday period will be February 11 to 17. Each year all parties in the supply chain are encouraged to plan accordingly. This year it is imperative to plan effectively. The supply chain at every level has been significantly impacted by container imbalance, rolled bookings, unstable sailing schedules, and the ongoing … Read More
Celebrating 15 Years in Business
January 6th marked 15 years since the incorporation of Global Logistical Connections. Derek Scarbrough, Founder, and CEO started the company in 2006 after leaving a promising career in St. Louis, Missouri. “Like many entrepreneurs, the company started from humble beginnings, with my office being the desk in my one-bedroom apartment. I was 25 with twenty thousand dollars to my name, and no customers… just a … Read More
What is an Importer Security Filing (ISF)?
Q: What is an Importer Security Filing (ISF)? A: The Importer Security Filing, known as the ISF, was put into place on January 26, 2009 as an additional security measure for cargo coming into the US by ocean. ISF Importers, or their agent, must transmit the required data elements, no later than 24 hours before the cargo is laden aboard a vessel destined to the … Read More
Meeting the Demands of the eCommerce Boom
From severe port congestion and equipment shortages to record-setting ocean freight rates, 2020 was filled with unprecedented events, including eCommerce sales. With brick and mortar retail locations forced to close their doors due to state regulations, consumers turned to online shopping to meet their needs. According to eMarketer, worldwide eCommerce saw overall growth of 27.6%, roughly eleven percent higher than their mid-pandemic estimation of 16.5%. This … Read More
The Port of LA and Long Beach Continue to Face Unrelenting Volumes
November brought another month of record-breaking volumes, with the port of Long Beach handling 382,677 inbound TEUs, a 30.5% increase year over year. With a lack of chassis and drayage providers, containers remain stuck at the port, causing severe congestion. This congestion further results in delays in vessels’ berthing and high demurrage fees. Over the past few months, average dwell time has increased from three … Read More