by Caitlin Walsh | Dec 29, 2020 | Blog
With 2020 wrapping up in just days, we wanted to take a moment to thank you all for your continued support of Jade International for your shipping and logistics needs. This year has been anything but ordinary — and we’re incredibly grateful for the trust you’ve placed...
by Caitlin Walsh | Nov 3, 2020 | Blog
Concerns regarding port congestion as reported by Maritime Executive. Read on to find out more on their article posted. As ocean carriers and the shippers work to rebound from the economic effects of the pandemic, ports have been reporting steady, sometimes...
by Caitlin Walsh | Oct 21, 2020 | Blog
Ocean freight carriers are notifying us of overbooked vessels, resulting in extremely limited space and equipment availability across many trade lanes. As the holiday season quickly approaches, this congestion is only expected to intensify. If your business relies on...
by Caitlin Walsh | Aug 19, 2020 | Blog
I was again recently challenged by a colleague to relate my recent hot air balloon ride to international logistics, and I do confess to liking a good challenge. I also have to confess my favorite was the “Stump Scott Trivia Challenge” as I thought I was actually...
by Caitlin Walsh | Aug 5, 2020 | Blog
Photo Courtesy of BBC News On August 4th, 2020, a catastrophic explosion tore through the Port of Beirut, Lebanon’s main maritime gateway. The blast sent shockwaves across the city, flattening buildings, overturning vehicles, and severely damaging one of the most...
by Caitlin Walsh | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog
International freight forwarding is something I never had much knowledge in. When Scott first hired me, I figured Jade was simply a company that handled large shipments internationally. I had no idea how complex and important the industry really was. During these last...
