In good news, the strike in Chile that was scheduled to begin today has been postponed indefinitely as port workers were able to schedule a meeting with government authorities.
Therefore, all ports are operating as usual today.
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Posted July 8, 2015
We have just become aware that a long strike, beginning Monday, July 6th, has been scheduled by Chilean port workers. Currently, we do not have any idea how long the strike will last. Fortunately, the port of Valparaiso will not adhere to this strike.
We will keep you informed about the development of this situation and provide updates as we receive them. As always, if you have any questions about the flow of cargo in the region, feel free to call or email us.
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Posted July 8, 2015
For all of you doing business in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, there will be a small increase in the pier pass costs effective August 1st.
The rates will increase as follows:
20′ Container from $66.50 to $69.17
40′ Container from $133.00 to $138.34
Please see attached notice from Pier Pass for reference. All containers out-gating on August 1st, 2015 will incur this new rate. Please let us know if you have any questions or comments.
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Posted July 8, 2015
In observance of the US Independence Day Holiday, WSSA’s offices will be closed Friday (tomorrow), July 3rd. We will re-open Monday, July 6th.
Wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day weekend!
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Posted July 8, 2015
A record-breaking heat wave is currently sweeping through Spain, Portugal, and France, creating very inclement weather conditions, not only for people, but also for temperature-sensitive commodities shipping in and out of the country. The current day time temperatures average +35°C/95°F with peaks of +40°C/104°F and even more in some areas. The heat wave is expected to last until the middle of next week then proceed north into the UK and Belgium.
In France, trains are obliged to reduce their speed as the rail tracks dilate.
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