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We are celebrating the country whose exports we carry worldwide. Offices closed Saturday, July 4. Back Monday, July 6, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM ET. Vessels and tracking unaffected.
Leatherman Terminal Closes August 1: How Charleston Vehicle and Equipment Exporters Should Reroute Now
SC Ports pauses Leatherman Terminal on August 1, 2026. Charleston-area container exporters must reroute to Wando Welch, Savannah, or another gateway now. Here is what to do before the deadline.
July Rate Hikes Are Coming: Lock In Your Container Export Rate Now
Carriers are signaling major GRIs for July as 3.4M TEU sits stranded in port congestion. U.S. vehicle and equipment exporters have a narrow window to lock current rates before costs jump.
Ocean Freight Pricing in 2026: Navigating the Overcapacity Downcycle
In early 2026, global ocean freight rates are dropping due to massive fleet overcapacity and softening demand. Here is how exporters can adapt their pricing and contract strategies today.
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