From Amazon warehouse to port strikes, shippers and the DOT are preparing for an unpredictable 2025
Publishing timestamp: 2024-12-23 13:37:57
Summary
Labor battles in supply chain expected to cause more trade shocks in 2025, with strikes by Amazon workers and potential dock workers strike at ports. Biden administration's FLOW platform tracks 75% of container imports to stay ahead of shipping congestion. Lessons learned from Covid led to digital solutions for tracking trade disruptions. Future of FLOW program uncertain with change in administration.
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