Material Handling & Logistics
SEPTEMBER 4, 2017
to the region of Texas that was affected by Hurricane Harvey, and 300 of them are in the Houston vicinity. Second sources may also be overwhelmed with business and shifting customer priorities. Resilinc has mapped almost 800 factories, warehouses, distribution centers etc.
NC State SCRC
OCTOBER 26, 2021
The Texas freeze and the power outages brought the world’s largest petrochemical complex to a standstill, forcing more plants in the Gulf of Mexico region to shut down than during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. (I was wondering why there were empty shelves of Gatorade Zero, my favorite drink!).
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 2, 2020
The Port of Houston suspended operations at two container terminals after a staffer tested positive for COVID-19. Goods from Europe are being re-routed through places including Mexico and Canada to the United States but at a much higher cost. The main CFS gateways in the US are operating normally but with reduced hours. Ocean Freight.
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 22, 2022
US initiates trade fight with Mexico over energy policy. Here is an interesting quote from Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador as the US launched a trade fight against Mexico accusing the government of favoring its state-owned utility and oil company at the expense of American businesses. Ooooh, I’m so scared…,”.
GTG Technology Group
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
Houston is a Major Transportation Hub. Harvey flooded Houston, turning the fourth largest city in the U.S. Here’s why Houston is so significant to transportation: Most goods transported from Mexico and South America go through Houston before being routed to their end destinations. Sources: [link].
DAT Solutions
MARCH 15, 2016
The big Texas markets, primarily Houston , but also Dallas and Fort Worth , continue to be stable and reliable sources of flatbed loads. Texas produce markets are also heating up, especially along the border with Mexico. Reefers Gear Up for Produce Season. The head haul rate from L.A. to Twin Falls rose to $1.92.
Material Handling & Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2017
For gas exporters, it’s critical to establish credibility as a reliable new source of fuel for clients in Asia. For the canal authority, the stakes are high too, with Mexico and other countries flirting with creating alternative routes as gas demand booms. in Houston. was developing import terminals.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
97 
Let's personalize your content