Self-storage units have become an essential solution for individuals and businesses needing extra space. These facilities offer a variety of services tailored to diverse needs, from storing seasonal decorations to safeguarding business inventory. For instance, a local musician might use a climate-controlled unit to protect her vintage guitars, while a small e-commerce business utilizes the […] The post What Services Do Self Storage Units Provide for Customers? appeared first on Container News.

CMA CGM has notified its customers regarding the updated Contingency Charge, effective from 26 April 2024, for shipments originating from North Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa bound for Australia on the NEMO service. This surcharge, applicable to all types of cargo, amounts to US$775 per 20-foot container and US$1,550 per 40-foot container. If you […] The post CMA CGM applies contingency charge on NEMO service appeared first on Container News.

Container volumes at the Port of Gothenburg continue to surge, surpassing last year's record levels. The first quarter of 2024 witnessed a historic high in container handling for the Swedish port. Combining both exports and imports, the container volumes at the port of Gothenburg surged by 8% to reach a total of 242,000 TEUs, marking […] The post Port of Gothenburg handles over 240,000 TEUs in first quarter appeared first on Container News.

Commissioner of the US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Carl Bentzel has written to US President Joe Biden to ask for financial aid to staff and businesses that have been affected by the closure of the port of Baltimore following the Francis Scott Key bridge destruction. In a letter seen by Container News, Bentzel thanked the […] The post FMC asks for financial relief for Baltimore businesses appeared first on Container News.

The Port of Melbourne has released its trade update for March 2024, revealing a significant increase in total container throughput compared to March 2023, totalling 280,900 TEUs. Full container imports (excluding those from Bass Strait) saw a rise in volumes compared to the previous year, with furniture, domestic appliances, metal manufactures, and paperboard all surpassing […] The post Port of Melbourne handles over 280,000 TEUs in March appeared first on Container News.