US port congestion hitting shippers’ wallets

U.S. port congestion delays are starting to cost shippers money — and customers in some cases. JOC.com are reporting how increased tensions with congestion charges with US ports are starting to cost shippers money and in turn have a knock on effect with their customers.

We'd encourage all our partners, customers and colleagues to be fully aware of the situation surrounding US port congestion and would guide you to the following news story:

http://www.joc.com/port-news/u... for further information, please consult the Pacific Maritime Association, www.pmanet.org

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