Peter Hawkins

Preparing for Potential Canada Border Disruptions: The threat of a strike by Canadian border agents raises concerns about delays and disruptions in cross-border transportation. At National Logistics Services (NLS), we understand the potential impact on supply chains, especially for lifestyle brands operating in Canada and the U.S. A prolonged strike could create bottlenecks, leading to increased transit times, higher costs, and product shortages. As a trusted partner, NLS is proactively implementing contingency plans to mitigate risks for our clients. Key strategies at NLS include: - Leveraging our carrier network for alternative routing and capacity. - Collaborating with customs brokers and authorities for smoother movements. - Optimizing inventory levels and positioning safety stocks. - Exploring intermodal solutions like rail and air freight. - Utilizing technology for real-time shipment monitoring and agile decision-making. At NLS, we pride ourselves on agility and resilience. Our team is actively working to ensure seamless operations amidst potential disruptions. We'll continue providing updates to keep partners informed and empowered. Stay tuned, and feel free to reach out with any concerns. #LogisticsExcellence #SupplyChainResilience #BorderDisruptions #LifestyleBrands #NLS

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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced that the implementation of Release 2 of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) initiative will be delayed until October 2024 for trade chain partners. Release 2 had been scheduled to go live on May 13, 2024, however, officials have resolved that a delay is necessary to ensure that CBSA is able to better support members of the trade community through the transition to Release 2. CBSA’s announcement read in part: CARM will launch internally at the CBSA on May 13, as planned, to advance the Agency’s compliance and enforcement efforts. However, as a result of strike vote activity now underway by the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the possible impact on the Agency’s operations in the event of a positive strike vote, it is the intention of the CBSA to reschedule the launch for trade chain partners to October 2024. This will ensure that the Agency can support partners as they start using CARM. Therefore, until the fall, trade chain partners will continue to operate as they have. https://lnkd.in/gGUm2_Hd

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The recent labor turmoil at #Canada's #railroads poses significant challenges for #supplychains in both the short and long term. In the immediate future, we can expect #disruptions in the movement of goods, leading to potential shortages and increased costs for businesses across North America (chemicals and grains). This situation may exacerbate current supply chain bottlenecks and create a ripple effect throughout various industries. Looking ahead, this event highlights the vulnerability of our interconnected supply networks to labor disputes. Companies may need to reassess their transportation strategies, potentially diversifying their logistics options and building more #resilience into their supply chains. This could lead to increased investment in alternative transportation modes or the development of more localized supply networks to mitigate future risks. https://lnkd.in/eSgTAfx6

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🚨 Potential Disruptions Ahead: Canada Rail Strike Looms 🚂 A Imminent rail strike in Canada threatens to disrupt supply chains and spike costs as congestion begins to rear its head. With negotiations still ongoing, the situation remains uncertain, but the potential for widespread delays is significant. 📈 Impact on Freight: The strike could severely impact the movement of goods across Canada, leading to increased transit times, higher shipping costs, and potential rerouting. 🛑 Prepare for Delays: Businesses relying on Canadian rail routes should prepare for possible disruptions and consider alternative logistics strategies to mitigate the impact. Stay informed and plan ahead to navigate these potential challenges. For more details, reach out to our logistics experts: https://lnkd.in/drrWiXci

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For my friends up north (and I mean way north, a.k.a., the tundra of Canada), I wanted to share two charts showing that trucking prices in Canada continue to closely mirror those we observe in the USA. Canadian PPI data can be obtained from https://lnkd.in/gBvpgY3b. Two charts. Thoughts: •Top chart shows the general freight trucking, long-distance PPIs for Canada (red) and the USA (blue), where 100 = 2012. This includes over-the-road dry van TL as well as LTL. Canada’s data only stretches through December, whereas US data is through March. We continue to see a near-perfect correspondence between the series. •The same story holds, for specialized freight trucking, long-distance sector (e.g., chemicals, dry bulk, finished motor vehicles, etc.). The really test will be Q1 Canada data when it comes out, as we have seen a drop in the USA PPI. My guess is that we will indeed see this drop. •Two things are incredibly encouraging about these observed relationships: [1]: Conceptually, we should expect trucking prices in Canada and the USA to be very tightly integrated given cross-border trade. And this is the case. [2]: We have two independent statistical agencies that are both arriving at the same conclusions. Talk about a robust check of the response process generating the data! Implication: Canadian and U.S. PPI data not only show how there is one integrated market for long-distance trucking services, but they provide confidence that each nation’s statistical agencies have a sound methodology for collecting and reporting these data.

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School may be out for the Summer, but complexity doesn't take a break from Supply Chains. Our latest Hot Sheet will get you up to speed on all things Supply Chain, allowing you to focus on your Summer Plans. This week, we dive into the recent uptick in consumer confidence, the potential return of COVID-19 container rates due to the Suez Canal, the fastest-growing border crossing, an update on the potential Canadian rail strike, and the forecast for this year's Hurricane Season. With our One Dunavant team, rest assured that we possess the knowledge, technology, experience, and ability to tackle any challenge. Let us be your trusted supply chain solutions provider and keep your focus where it belongs. #OneDunavant #supplychainsolutions #4PL #3PL #crossbordersolutions #trucking #intermodaldrayage #warehousemanagement #airfreight #logisticssolutions #Dunavant #oceanfreight #crossbordersolutions #freight #solutions #experience #warehouse #oceanfreight #LTL #FTL

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There are renewed fears among shippers as Canadian rail workers have voted overwhelmingly to re-authorize strike action—the previous strike was paused by the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to assess if rail services are essential. With ongoing unresolved negotiations and potential supply chain disruptions looming, shippers are preparing for mid-July impacts. If a strike does take place, it could exacerbate port congestion and disrupt rail and ocean shipping across Canada, affecting major ports like Vancouver and Montreal. #thefreightarchitects #jaguarfreight #logistics

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BREAKING CANADIAN LOCKOUT NEWS: In a press conference going on now the Labor Minister has asked the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to review his request to have CPKC CN and the Teamsters Canada go to binding arbitration as well as resume work. Binding arbitration is something the labor union did not want. In the end the CIRB decides if this happens or not. My article and interview with Francois Laporte president of the Teamsters Canada is below. #rail #railnews #canadalockout #trade #businessnews #logisticsmanagement

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