More Trans-Pac carriers to push interim low-sulfur fees, but no guarantee they'll stick. bit.ly/2kBapXv

The IANA conference in Long Beach this week proved that chassis continue to be a hot-button issue. Either the private sector will begin working in the interests of the entire supply chain, or a port or government agency will impose a solution. joc.com/rail-intermoda…

BCOs attending IANA were warned they can expect additional blanked sailings in the trans-Pacific in the fourth quarter and into January if retailers draw down inventories rather than replenish their stocks with additional merchandise. bit.ly/2m0uVRt

LA-LB port directors say the port complex can command a premium for its services, but only if the ports are more efficient in delivering services to port users. bit.ly/2nlbvaR

Gemini Shippers Group projects LSFO charges will increase all-in freight rates in eastbound Pacific about 25 percent bit.ly/2n6Y2mz

Freight rates in the westbound trans-Pacific are low and could go lower bit.ly/2AQNhIZ

Five years of collaboration between Harbor Trucking Association and terminal operators in LA-LB results in fastest turn-times in almost six years in September. bit.ly/2IBTa0O

Employers see landmark $93 million jury award against the ILWU as a wake up call to longshoremen and terminal operators to work together to return discretionary cargo to West Coast bit.ly/2CInP9n

Truckers in states that are considering restrictions on independent contractors are looking at the freight brokerage model that is gaining traction in California bit.ly/2tDjcfG.

Portland judge on Feb. 14 will hear oral arguments from ILWU and ICTSI as final decision on massive $93.6 million jury award against the West Coast union draws closer bit.ly/2R1aXSG

The coronavirus is beginning to impact the trans-Pacific trade. Skeleton crews are manning ports and warehouses in China, according to a US footwear importer. Decision by Chinese government to extend Lunar New Year holiday means post-New Year lull could last well into March.

Long Beach Harbor Commission Pres.Drummond said at TPM competition between LA and Long Beach is good for trade. The ports will not merge.

Unclear whether next ILWU contract will be 3 or 6 years to replace current 6 year deal, PMA's McKenna tells #TPM2014. 6 years better than 3

As ILWU contract talks drag on Vancouver benefits from U.S. West Coast cargo diversion. Canadian port says last month was its best July ever

Truckers mourn the passing of Josh Owen, president of Ability Tri-Modal, who worked tirelessly to improve turn times in LA-Long Beach

Trans-Pacific spot rate surge bodes well for peak season

Carriers, oil companies urge CA Legislature to reject 11% rate hike request from SF Bar Pilots bit.ly/1V5D6mz

LA and Long Beach had strong imports in August, indicating retailers that diverted cargo earlier are returning for peak season

ILWU Pres. Bob McEllrath and PMA Pres. Jim McKenna to speak at TPM Feb. 29-March 2 in Long Beach events.joc.com/tpm2016/monday…

JOC's Bill Cassidy to lead trucking/warehouse labor panel at TPM #TPM2016 that will include Teamsters VP Fred Potter events.joc.com/tpm2016/