Today, members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) began a major strike along East Coast and Gulf Coast ports after months of unsuccessful negotiations for a new Master contract with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) which represents ocean carriers and port operators. The ILA has asked for a significant wage increase over the length … Continued
Negotiations Farther Apart Than Anticipated The International Longshoremen Association (ILA) is ramping up its mobilization efforts across its local chapters, preparing for a potential work stoppage that could begin as early as October 1 if there is no new master contract formed with port employers United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The ILA, representing thousands of … Continued
The Canadian rail strike that disrupted operations at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) has come to a temporary halt due to government intervention. The Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) forced the companies and the union, Teamsters Canada Rail Conference, into arbitration – an order the union challenged on Friday. Although rail … Continued
In response to the unprecedented rail stoppage caused by the ongoing strike at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railways, Worldwide Logistics Group is stepping up to ensure its customers’ supply chains remain intact. CN and CPKC locked out nearly 9,300 workers after midnight on Thursday after deals fell through with the … Continued
Scheduling on the main trade lanes out of Asia is expected to worsen following a massive explosion aboard a Yang Ming vessel, closing the Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, one of the world’s busiest and most significant ports. This unforeseen event has heightened concerns in the logistics and shipping industry, already grappling with various challenges. The port will … Continued
Article 2: Scope
Article 3: Third Parties
The Client gives the Freight Forwarder free rein to engage the services of Third Parties to execute the Agreement, and to accept the (general) terms and conditions of those Third Parties at the Client’s expense and risk, unless agreed otherwise with the Client. At the Client’s request, the Freight Forwarder is obliged to provide (a copy of) the (general) terms and conditions under which it has entered into a contract with those Third Parties.
Article 4: Conclusion of the Agreement
Article 5: Customs Work
Article 6: Remunerations
Article 7: Insurance
Article 8: Delivery date, method of delivery and route
Article 9: Commencement of the Services
Article 10: Goods Handling
Article 11: Liability
Article 12: Force Majeure
Article 13: Refusal of Carriers
If the carriers refuse to sign for quantity, weight, etc., the Freight Forwarder shall not be liable for the consequences thereof.
Article 14: The Agreement to Organize Transportation of Goods
These Conditions shall not affect articles 8:61 paragraph 1, 8:62 paragraphs 1 and 2 and 8:63 paragraphs 1,2 and 3 of the Dutch Civil Code.
Article 15: Payment Conditions
Article 16: Allocation of Payments and Judicial and Extrajudicial Costs
Article 17: Sureties
Article 18: Termination of the Agreement
Article 19: Proceedings Against Third Parties
Legal and arbitration proceedings against Third Parties shall not be conducted by the Freight Forwarder unless it agrees to do so at the Client’s request and at the latter’s expense and risk.
Article 20: Prescription and Limitation
If the Freight Forwarder or the Third Party whose services it has engaged objects and/or appeals, the periods of time stated in paragraphs 1 and 2 commence on the day following the day on which a final ruling has been given on the objections and/or appeal.
Article 21: Choice of Law
Article 22: Concluding Paragraph
In case this English translation of our “Expeditievoorwaarden” (in Dutch) differs from the Dutch text, the latter will prevail.
At Worldwide Logistics Group, we are committed to providing complete and transparent communication to our customers. We want to inform you of significant tariff changes recently implemented in the United States, which may impact your shipments. Please note that this remains a rapidly evolving situation. Mexico Tariff President Trump imposed a 25% increase in tariffs … Continued
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement on all items for a new six-year contract. The agreement concluded late Wednesday evening, successfully averting a potential strike ahead of the looming January 15 deadline that could have caused widespread economic disruptions. The two sides agreed to … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is closely monitoring the ongoing fires in the Los Angeles area. While our offices and warehouses nearby are currently safe, we are experiencing intermittent power outages. Thankfully, no industry-critical infrastructure is under threat, and the fires remain outside industrial areas. Trucking routes heading north may be impacted by road closures. Alternative routes … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group urges customers to prepare for a possible East and Gulf Coast port strike in January as negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) remain at a standstill. With the current contract extension expiring on January 15, hopes for a resolution to the standoff appear dim, largely … Continued
As part of Worldwide Logistics Group’s ongoing commitment to keep you informed, we wanted to share an update regarding recent developments with the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA). This week, the ILA broke off negotiations with East and Gulf Coast port employers over concerns about the introduction of automation technology, which the union views as a … Continued
After weeks of disruption, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike has ended with a 90-day extension for a final agreement. This provides a reprieve for businesses and the global supply chain with only several lingering concerns that shippers and logistics managers need to consider as they prepare for what comes next. The master contract, addressing … Continued
Today, members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) began a major strike along East Coast and Gulf Coast ports after months of unsuccessful negotiations for a new Master contract with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) which represents ocean carriers and port operators. The ILA has asked for a significant wage increase over the length … Continued
On Monday, Typhoon Bebinca made landfall in Shanghai, causing widespread closures of key shipping terminals in Shanghai and Ningbo. As the typhoon brings severe wind and heavy rainfall, shippers and ocean carriers have been forced to temporarily shut down operations, disrupting cargo flows for businesses around the globe. The impact on terminal closures is significant, … Continued
Negotiations Farther Apart Than Anticipated The International Longshoremen Association (ILA) is ramping up its mobilization efforts across its local chapters, preparing for a potential work stoppage that could begin as early as October 1 if there is no new master contract formed with port employers United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The ILA, representing thousands of … Continued
The Canadian rail strike that disrupted operations at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) has come to a temporary halt due to government intervention. The Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) forced the companies and the union, Teamsters Canada Rail Conference, into arbitration – an order the union challenged on Friday. Although rail … Continued
In response to the unprecedented rail stoppage caused by the ongoing strike at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railways, Worldwide Logistics Group is stepping up to ensure its customers’ supply chains remain intact. CN and CPKC locked out nearly 9,300 workers after midnight on Thursday after deals fell through with the … Continued
Scheduling on the main trade lanes out of Asia is expected to worsen following a massive explosion aboard a Yang Ming vessel, closing the Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, one of the world’s busiest and most significant ports. This unforeseen event has heightened concerns in the logistics and shipping industry, already grappling with various challenges. The port will … Continued
The recent CrowdStrike outage has added significant strain to the already stressed global supply chain. CrowdStrike, a major player in cybersecurity, provides essential services that help protect the digital infrastructure of numerous companies worldwide. The outage, however, disrupted these services, leading to widespread concerns and operational challenges across various sectors, including logistics. Air Freight Service … Continued
In the aftermath of the devastating collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, vessel traffic through the Port of Baltimore has been suspended indefinitely upending operations at one of the busiest ports in the U.S., according to a statement from the Maryland Port Authority. Shipping routes for cargo ships may be rerouted to nearby ports. … Continued
British businesses could see a supply chain disruption as the country begins to impose a post-Brexit rule mandating stricter border controls on EU imports into the country. The British port system might also be unprepared as the country begins to impose stricter checks on goods flowing in and out of the United Kingdom. Britain left … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, an integrated logistics provider, announces the promotion of Daniel Jakob to the position of Senior Vice President Europe. In his new role, Jakob will be overseeing operations in key European markets, including Germany, Netherlands, Spain and Poland, and will play a crucial role in the company’s further expansion strategy. Jakob brings a … Continued
Recent escalations in Houthi attacks in the Red Sea region are set to impact global shipping operations, leading to a surge in shipping rates as carriers reroute vessels to avoid the high-risk zone. Shippers worldwide are likely to face challenges in terms of increased costs, potential delays and adjustments to their supply chain strategies. Rerouting … Continued
In a strategic move to enhance its global reach and cater to the growing demands of the Canadian market, Worldwide Logistics Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Toronto, Canada. This is the first office in Canada for the growing logistics firm and it’s poised to become a beacon in … Continued
As tensions continue in the Middle East around the Israel-Hamas war, some international shipping carriers are levying war risk surcharges on several trade lanes traveling through the Red Sea and eastern Mediterranean. Last weekend, three commercial vessels were attacked with ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels indicating the wide scope of the war in … Continued
As 2023 comes to a close, the expansion of the Worldwide Logistics Group network continues in Europe with the opening of Worldwide Logistics Group – Netherlands. The Netherlands office is strategically located in Rotterdam, the busiest container port in Europe handling almost 100 ships a day. The decision to open an office in Rotterdam is … Continued
Panama Canal drought conditions continue to cause supply chain disruptions as the Panama Canal Authority (PCA) has cut the number of daily reservation slots from 32 to 22 in November. By February 1, 2024, slots will be dropped to 18. Wait times will continue to rise for ships without reservations if ships don’t reroute. The … Continued
We are excited to announce that NTDS is being rebranded under the Worldwide Logistics Group family. The two divisions, road and distribution, will be branded as Worldwide Logistics Group Road and Worldwide Logistics Group Distribution. Worldwide Logistics Group was founded 25 years ago and has grown exponentially over two decades. Starting with a focus on … Continued
Worldwide Logistics is continuing to monitor the ongoing situation in Israel as it may affect its logistics customers and partners. This is how shipments may be affected although this might change at any time until the security situation improves: Air Freight Air freight is significantly impacted with some airlines suspending or cancelling flights until more … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, a global integrated logistics provider, proudly announces the opening of a new branch in Bogota, Colombia. This is the company’s initial branch in South America with plans of future growth in this region. The expansion into South America is part of a long-term plan to increase the company’s global footprint and offer … Continued
Inbound Logistics, a leading logistics industry magazine, recently published the article below authored by Worldwide Logistics Group CEO and Chairman, Joe Monaghan. The global supply chain became even more connected in 2022. The U.S. Commerce Department reported record exports to 73 countries last year, and record imports from 90 nations. But the supply chain remained … Continued
Low water levels are forcing the managers of the Panama Canal to limit the number of ships passing through causing shipping delays which began two weeks ago. Since the restrictions were enforced, delays at the canal have averaged about 15 to 19 days per vessel as fully-laden vessels are held back. Affected by what it … Continued
Perishable foods are traveling through supply chains and a growing rate as changes in agricultural trends and cooking preferences are on shifting. Shippers have to considered a long list of regulatory requirements if they move and store food products. Joe Monaghan, Chairman/CEO of Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL), discussed this topic in his latest article published … Continued
Canadian dockworkers and employers reached a tentative agreement Thursday, ending a 13-day strike that upended two of Canada’s busiest ports and risked worsening inflation. A new four-year deal, which was presented by federal mediators, must now be ratified by both the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA). … Continued
If your reverse logistics processes and procedures aren’t up to par, your business results are going to suffer. Glenn Hayes, Managing Director of Worldwide Logistics Group UK sat down with Multichannel Merchant to discuss how reverse logistics is closely related to customer service. Multichannel Merchant is an online resource with original research, executive summaries, tech … Continued
A labor strike in Canada entered its fifth day on Wednesday with 7,500 dock workers on strike after they failed to reach an agreement with the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA). More than 30 British Columbia ports are affected. The strike has upended operations of two of Canada’s busiest ports, The Port of Vancouver … Continued
It is being reported that the West Coast dockworkers and employers have reached a tentative agreement, potentially ending months of labor issues which have threatened the US economy and beyond. According to the LA Times, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA), which represents shipping lines and terminal workers, … Continued
West Coast port terminals at the Port of Long Beach, California are experiencing occasional terminal closures as union dockworkers continue to hold contract negotiations this week. Two of the six terminals at the Port of Long Beach were closed Monday during the day but reopened during the evening shift. Occasional closures like this have been … Continued
After 25 years of organic growth including opening 18 new offices in the last 24 months throughout the US, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa, Worldwide Logistics Group has completed its first acquisition by acquiring P. W. Bellingall, Inc. (PWB), a leading customs brokerage house in San Francisco, California. The acquisition will help grow … Continued
With Q2 in full swing, Worldwide Logistics Group is happy to announce the opening of a new branch in Xiamen, China, its sixth office there. The expansion in Xiamen was largely a logistical decision to provide intense coverage in the region. The office is conveniently located in the center of Xiamen City where the staff … Continued
Damage from the earthquakes is still causing supply chain disruptions in the Turkey and Syria region; however, there are some slight improvements. Worldwide Logistics Group is working hard to maintain normal operations and implement workarounds where possible. Here is what we know to date: Seaports Operation is still suspended at Turkeys’ Iskenderun Port – both … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group extends its deepest sympathy for the thousands of lives lost due to the earthquakes and aftershocks that hit Turkey and Syria earlier this week. As impacts continue to be evaluated, Worldwide Logistics Group continues to keep a close eye on the developing situation and its impact on supply chain disruptions. Here is … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group finished 2022 strong with 14 new office openings and now the momentum continues with the announcement of a new office in Hanoi, Vietnam, their second location in the country and the twelfth branch in the Asia Pacific region. The decision to open another location was driven by the need to better serve … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is happy to announce the promotions of four key members of their management team. Tom Peacock has been promoted to President and will oversee all activities of Worldwide Logistics Group globally. Peacock has made major contributions to Worldwide Logistics since joining the company seven years ago including playing a large role in … Continued
With inventory levels high in Europe and the US, coupled with uncertainty in consumer demand, ocean carriers have canceled 100 sailings over the next five weeks. According to Drewry, a maritime research and consulting service that provides weekly snapshots of blank sailings, the major ocean alliances have canceled sailings across major routes between Asia, North … Continued
We are coming to the end of our employee-driven Giving Tuesday charity drive and we are happy to share that Worldwide Logistics Group made contributions to 31 charities this year. Organizations were suggested by our global team and included a wide variety of non-profits. From the American Cancer Society supporting cancer victims and cancer research … Continued
As the year ends, the expansion of the Worldwide Logistics Group network continues with the opening of Worldwide Logistics Group – Malaysia. The Malaysia office is strategically located in Selangor next to KESAS Highway which directly links to both Port Kelang Seaport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). An estimated 11,000 ships arrive in Port … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group continues its expansion into Asia and announces the opening of Worldwide Logistics Group – Thailand. The Thailand office is strategically located in Bangkok near the Suvarnabhumi Airport and Laem Chabang Seaport. It marks the company’s 10th office in Asia, the 38th branch worldwide and the 12th new branch opening this year. Worldwide … Continued
This week, Joe Monaghan, CEO and president of Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL), appeared as a special guest on FreightWaves’ What the Truck?!? podcast, an award-winning series breaking down the biggest stories in transportation and logistics. Monaghan offered his views on market trends in ocean freight, air freight, physical distribution and sourcing. He also discussed growth … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, an integrated logistics provider, announced the opening of a branch office in Düsseldorf, its second office in Germany. Located in the heart of Europe, Germany’s central geographic positioning makes it an optimal location for foreign shippers to successfully enter European markets. With an office already located in Stuttgart, Germany, expanding to Düsseldorf … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, an integrated logistics provider, announces the opening of a new branch office in Detroit, Michigan. The announcement follows the recent opening of new branches in Cambodia, Taiwan and the Philippines earlier this month. The Detroit office marks the 10th US office and the 36th globally, with plans to open two more offices … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group continues to expand its footprint in Asia and announces the opening of Worldwide Logistics Group – Cambodia. The Cambodia branch opening coincides with the fifth anniversary of its sister branch, Worldwide Logistics Group – Vietnam. The Cambodia office is in the heart of Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital and hub for supply chain … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is closely watching Hurricane Ian, now a Category 3 hurricane which could potentially strengthen to a Category 4 storm Tuesday evening. Miami-Dade County, where the Worldwide Logistics Group warehouse is located, is not in the direct path, but a tropical storm watch is in effect for both Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The … Continued
As part of Worldwide Logistics Group’s growth strategy in Asia, the company announces the latest addition to its expanded global reach…Worldwide Logistics Group – Philippines. The Philippines office is in the heart of Bonifacio Global City, Manila’s financial district. Besides providing traditional commercial freight forwarding services, the Manila office will handle back-office work to support … Continued
A tentative agreement between US freight railroads and unions to avert the disruption in the US supply chain was announced this morning. The labor deal is not final until workers vote on it, but it’s a relief after a week of news warning about a potentially crippling blow to the economy. Tens of thousands of … Continued
The nation’s railroad workers are poised for a possible strike affecting 90,000 union workers. A strike could bring nearly 30% of the nation’s freight to a halt. The railroads have already begun to reduce service this week. The dispute is over the rules controlling worker scheduling. Engineers and conductors who make up the two-person crews … Continued
The surge in cargo that hit the LA and Long Beach ports for almost two years is now plaguing the Port of New York and New Jersey and heating up this summer as peak shipping season begins. In the last few weeks, NY/NJ port terminals have not been able to take back empty containers, presenting … Continued
As part of the company’s rapid growth strategy, Worldwide Logistics Group introduces Worldwide Logistics – Taipei, the group’s first branch in Taiwan. The new office is strategically located within a country known as a global hub for chip production and other technology products. It’s also within quick access to neighboring Asian countries, where the logistic … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group opened another US warehouse and office branch this week in the Miami, Florida area. This marks the seventh warehouse in the US and the 11th warehouse globally for the company. The 84,000-square-foot facility is in Medley, Florida, conveniently located minutes from Palmetto Expressway and Florida’s Turnpike, providing exceptional access to the Miami … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group announces the opening of a new 105,000 square foot warehouse and branch office in Myslowice, Poland. The new location is conveniently located near the German border and between the Black Sea in the south, the Mediterranean Sea to the southwest and Gdansk in the north. Cargo terminals in Krakow and Katowice are … Continued
There’s a movement afoot to tighten the proposed Ocean Shipping Reform Act that limits when detention and demurrage charges can be levied and to put even tighter pricing controls in place. A group of roughly 79 intermodal carriers, importers, and exporters in California are lobbying for tightening the law that limits when demurrage charges can … Continued
As part of its 2022 growth strategy, Worldwide Logistics Group announces the opening of a new office in New Cairo, Egypt. This will be the company’s 25th branch office. A branch in Dallas, Texas opened in the beginning of March, and, in February, Worldwide Logistics opened offices in Nairobi, Kenya and Accra, Ghana. Cairo, Egypt … Continued
A surge in Omicron variant infections has caused Chinese authorities to lockdown residents in key port cities such as Shenzhen and Shanghai. While carriers and port owners claim that terminals are operational, lockdowns mean that factories, warehouses, and distribution centers are shuttered, and trucking capacity is constrained. All port terminals and airports in China are … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is proud to announce Nitin Grover as Vice President of Sales and Operations for WWL India, the company’s India branch. Mr. Grover will be stationed in the New Delhi office overseeing business development with a focus on ocean freight. He brings a wealth of expertise to the company with more than 18 … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, a global 3PL leader, announces the opening of its 24th branch office in Dallas, Texas, with a focus on expanding its air freight and E-Commerce business as well as expanding its USA footprint for full service logistics solutions. Peter Hoang, Director of Asia Trade Development for Worldwide Logistics Group said the objective … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group announces the opening of a new 300,000 square foot warehouse in Westampton, New Jersey. This is their largest US warehouse and the second warehouse opening in the last two weeks. The company recently announced the opening of a warehouse facility in Savannah, Georgia. The new warehouse is strategically located just off Interstate … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group announces the opening of a new warehouse in Savannah, Georgia. It’s the company’s fifth US warehouse and eighth globally. The 125,000 sq. ft. warehouse sits conveniently in Garden City, five miles from the Garden City terminals at the Port of Savannah. Savannah is a convenient entry point into the US for cargo … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is proud to announce a new branch office located in Nairobi, Kenya. This is the logistics company’s second office to open in Africa. Last week, they announced the opening of their first ever African branch located on the west coast in Accra, Ghana. Because of the strategic, coastal location of the Kenya … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group announces the opening of its first African branch in Accra, Ghana. WWL Ghana Limited is the first USA freight forwarder to plant their flag in Ghana. Worldwide Logistics is now capable of handling air and ocean shipments to and from Ghana including weekly air and ocean consolidations from Istanbul, Turkey to Ghana. … Continued
The Environmental Protection Agency has designated NTDS, Worldwide Logistics Group’s domestic transportation subsidiary, as a partner in their initiative to improve sustainability. NTDS is now recognized as a SmartWay partner of the EPA. SmartWay is an EPA program that helps the freight transportation sector improve supply chain efficiency, reduce transportation-related emissions and environmental risks for … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group, a trusted leader in logistics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Juan Arteaga as Managing Director of the Latin America region. Mr. Arteaga will be based in Miami, with a strong focus on developing Worldwide Logistics’ LATAM business. He brings more than 20 years of logistics experience to the team, having … Continued
In a reaction to the historical high level of congestion at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, carriers are increasing blank sailings and port omissions. While the overall global market is expected to be strong through Chinese New Year, blank sailings will continue well into 2022. It has been reported by shipping industry … Continued
3PL leader, Worldwide Logistics Group, has won China Airlines Million Dollar Sales Award in recognition of their outstanding contribution to US exports in 2020. This award is a milestone for Worldwide Logistics because of their perseverance during the Covid-19 pandemic. “Standing out in a competitive supply chain market is important to Worldwide Logistics at any … Continued
With a highly qualified team of project cargo and trade fair logistics experts, Worldwide Logistics Germany (WWL GmbH) carried out two very intricate shipments last month – a luxury car delivery to the UAE and pharmaceutical machinery to and from CIPM 2021, the largest pharmaceutical machinery exhibition located in Chengdu, China. Luxury Car Transport WWL … Continued
At least for now, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach will hold off their proposed “emergency storage fee” imposed on ocean carriers who leave cargo too long at their terminals. The fee was to be assessed Monday, but officials announced they will delay consideration of the fee until November 22, citing cooperation among … Continued
In what is being called a “last ditch effort” by the Biden administration to improve the fluidity of containers, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are possibly charging a new “emergency storage fee” on all long dwelling cargo carriers effective today. This will have an impact on cost for freight moving through these … Continued
The combination of the Golden Week holiday in China coupled with the impact of power restrictions on industrial output resulted in some relaxation of the space situation in the month of October. Industry-wide, there was more space available in October than what had been typically available in previous months. This phenomenon put some downwind pressure … Continued
Many eCommerce sellers are slammed with the supply chain’s pandemic-induced quagmire. Even the elite Million Dollar Sellers (MDS) club, the fastest-growing eCommerce community in the industry, feels the pain. As part of an effort to assist customers with operational strategies as they face the recent supply chain crisis and the upcoming holiday season, Worldwide Logistics … Continued
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach — through which half the US imports from Asia flow —extended their evening and weekend truck gate hours to accommodate the overload of cargo swamping the ports. It’s been reported that a record 65 vessels are awaiting berth with 27 being worked on. With this high-volume level, … Continued
‘Tis the season to NOT be jolly if you’re looking for your holiday inventory. Congestion at US west coast ports continues to worsen in recent days with no letup in sight, according to logistics experts. The disruption to the supply chain could possibly continue for another six months. “The west coast is the worst we’ve … Continued
On September 1st, Worldwide Logistics will be introducing a 2% advance fee with a minimum $50 per transaction in order to cover any advances made on behalf of our clients. These advances made on behalf of clients include items such as demurrage, per diem, storage, prepull, rail detention and other related charges that have become … Continued
In an effort to contain a spike in Covid infections, the Chinese government has significantly reduced operations and crew availability, forcing airlines to cut hundreds of flights. To compound the issue, this is happening just as peak shipping season goes into high gear in a sector already struggling to keep up with strong demand. According … Continued
The rise in Covid-19 cases in Vietnam is causing factories to shut down, affecting some of the largest US companies including Nike, Adidas and Ashley Furniture. According to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS), one-third of Vietnam’s textile and garment factories are closed. Big names like Adidas and Nike are affected. Nike closed three … Continued
Following the closure of the Meidong terminal on Wednesday due to a COVID-19 outbreak, container lines have begun to skip or postpone calls in Ningbo, in East China’s Zhejiang province. CMA CGM said in a statement issued from its China office on Thursday that it would skip one call at the Ningbo Meidong Container Terminal … Continued
The shipping crisis is not going away anytime soon as the line of ships at anchor continues to grow off the coast of California, causing a knock-on ripple effect of delays and fees throughout the supply chain. In addition to the congestion, the Port of Los Angeles is seeing an unprecedented volume of imports without … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group announces its newest branch office in Pakistan. WWL Pakistan Private Limited is headquartered in Karachi and managed by Imran Shaikh, a logistics veteran with more than 20 years experience in the industry. Before joining Worldwide Logistics Group, Mr. Shaikh worked for DHL in the United States, Pakistan and the Philippines. Prior to … Continued
Covid-19 restrictions are tightening in Vietnam, as positive cases continue to rise. As of today, July 23rd, Ho Chi Minh City has suspended all non-essential business and gatherings of more than two people. Residents are limited to leaving their homes only to seek medical care or to buy essential food products. Worldwide Logistics Group is … Continued
The pandemic is still wrecking havoc on the supply chain—this time Union Pacific (UP) will halt all shipments of international containers from West Coast ports to its Chicago terminal starting this Sunday. The shutdown will last at least seven days. The embargo should help the railroad clear a container backlog in its Global IV terminal. … Continued
Yantian, the main port of Shenzhen in Southern China near Hong Kong, is partially closed due to a recent Covid outbreak. It was reported that five crew members aboard a container ship docked there have tested positive for the virus. As a result, the port has been temporarily closed and it is not receiving export … Continued
If you are a bicycle retailer and you actually have bikes to sell, consider yourself lucky. The ramifications of the pandemic continue wreaking havoc on the supply chain. Bikes are just one example of an industry with a severe inventory shortage. Shipping slowdowns, container shortages, port congestion and factory backlogs mean shippers are still struggling … Continued
Throughout the pandemic, India benefited from supply sourcing diversification, but the renewed surge in Covid-19 cases challenges the countries’ procurement success. The recent government lockdown threatens to slow the pace of the countries’ containerized freight movement. Labor shortages, port congestion and long dwell times are beginning to be reported. Labor Shortages The lockdown restrictions are … Continued
Strikers at Canada’s Busiest Port Have Halted Operations On Tuesday morning, Canada’s federal government tabled a bill to end the strike of 1,150 workers at the Port of Montreal, impose arbitration, and fine for non-compliance with the new law. The 1,150 members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local (CUPE) 375 called for strike … Continued
In an effort to slow down an explosive surge in Coronavirus cases, India is under a week-long lockdown which began Monday. Hospitals are reaching capacity as the virus is now spreading at a rate faster than at any other time, according to India government authorities. The Indian government is still designating shipping as an essential … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group expands its network of global offices with the opening of a new branch in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland office is the fourth new branch this year for the logistics firm. New branches opened in Turkey, Spain and Mexico earlier this year. WWL Cleveland will be managed by John Alpine. Mr. Alpine, a … Continued
Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority is reporting that a massive container ship became stuck passing through the Suez Canal, one of the world’s busiest and most important arteries. As of Wednesday morning, more than 100 ships at each end of the canal are stuck. This adds additional burden to the global shipping industry dealing with complications … Continued
The rapid expansion of Worldwide Logistics Group’s global footprint continues with the opening of WWL Group Transitarios SL in Spain. WWL Spain will be headquartered in Madrid. Joe Monaghan, CEO of Worldwide Logistics Group said, “our expansion in Spain follows the same formula as our other recent office openings: volumes reaching critical mass and a … Continued
During this unprecedented time dealing with extreme conditions at ports, Worldwide Logistics Group continues to keep customers informed. Here is an update on conditions at North American terminals. Please contact us if you need more information. LAX/LGB Terminal: 35 ships are at anchor awaiting berths as of last Friday, February 12; two less than from … Continued
Infection rate of dock workers in Los Angeles is rising causing added concern of a severe slowdown in the region. According to the Los Angeles Times, as of two days ago, nearly 700 workers in the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have contracted Covid-19 and hundreds more are taking virus-related leaves. This … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL) continues its commitment to client driven growth and announces the opening of a new branch office in Mexico City, Mexico. This expansion represents the second new branch for WWL this month and is part of an aggressive global expansion strategy. Last week the company announced the opening of an office in Istanbul, … Continued
Persistent port and rail ramp congestion, container chassis shortages, and excessive detention and demurrage fees from carriers, as well as upheaval among air cargo service providers, are causing significant harm to import and export supply chains. U.S. customs brokers, freight forwarders, and non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs) of all sizes are facing multi-week delays and higher … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL) has announced the opening of its latest branch in Istanbul, Turkey. The Group’s newest subsidiary, WWL Turkey Lojistik AŞ, is now operating under the direction of Managing Director, Erdal Bilgic. Mr. Bilgic is a veteran of over 35 years in the logistics industry having spent time with Fritz Companies, UPS Supply Chain Solutions and Fed X Trade … Continued
Faced with mounting cases of the new variant of the Coronavirus, England has now entered another national lockdown. As key workers, Worldwide Logistics Group’s UK location will remain open, but with tight restrictions. All new safety measures are in place until at least the middle of February. The UK office has been following similar safety precautions … Continued
power shortages in china China’s rebound from the pandemic and steady rise in factory production throughout the second half of 2020 is resulting in an unforeseen power surge affecting factories, offices and even street lights in some areas. As a result, the Chinese government is cutting power in some provinces and requesting Central China factories … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL) is excited to announce the opening of a new logistics facility in East London, close to Heathrow, London Gateway and within convenient reach of all UK ports. Strategically located in Dagenham, this facility allows WWL to provide next day delivery on E-Commerce orders anywhere within London city limits. “We chose this … Continued
While the current developments in the evolution of the pandemic have caused everyone in the UK more heartache and disturbance, Worldwide Logistics Group UK (WWL-UK) is working hard to satisfy customers’ needs. Due to Covid-19, Brexit and container shortages, we have the following issues: Labour force inside our warehouse has been reduced to a minimum … Continued
The vessel bunching this week at the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex is a visual example of the deterioration in Eastbound TransPacific ocean reliability. At least 20 container ships were waiting at anchor as of Monday with 16 more expected to arrive throughout this week. Port congestion increased to full tilt as carriers have rapidly … Continued
Importers have been experiencing unprecedented service disruption around the world but especially in the TransPacific. We are living through a period of record high rates, chassis shortages at US ports, equipment shortages at origin loading ports and severe congestion at both Asia and US ports. All of this creating a perfect storm of issues, causing … Continued
If you import or export from the UK, you NEED to prepare for Brexit! You will need to prepare customs clearances on all import and export shipments and therefore you will need to have all documents in our possession before loading. This will give some extra time during the working day to check and advice … Continued
As import volumes continue to steadily increase during the pandemic, trucking operators are calling on ocean carriers to temporarily suspend detention and demurrage fees at the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports as the largest port complex in the United States operates through unparalleled congestion problems. Harbor Trucking Association (HTA) and California Trucking Association (CTA) … Continued
Two typhoons in early September coupled with increased demand have caused container shortages and vessel delays of up to four days at main China load ports of Qingdao, Shanghai and Ningbo. Recently the Chinese government has been engaged in military exercises along the coast which place restrictions on commercial vessels causing further delays of up … Continued
Containers at Southern California warehouses have been piling up due to high volumes and the nearly doubling of the amount of street dwell time, disrupting the delivery of merchandise in the US market. The container accumulation at the ports is largely due to the import surge since the economic recovery from the COVID-19 lockdowns began … Continued
Space and equipment shortages persist in the trade between India and North America. Import volumes into India, in particular volumes from China, are down due to restrictions on trade imposed by the India Government. This has resulted in a shortage of empty equipment in India. The shortage is most critical at Inland Container Depots (ICD) … Continued
A recently filed lawsuit could result in refunds of all Section 301 tariffs levied to date on List 3 and List 4A goods from China, regardless of whether or not a timely protest was filed. However, importers must file their own independent claims to preserve their potential refunds by Friday, September 18. For more than two years the U.S. … Continued
Last Friday we provided an alert regarding the September 15 scheduled GRI in the Trans-Pacific trade. With more clarity we can provide additional information today. Based on an administrative directive by the Chinese Government, COSCO announced a postponement of their scheduled GRI. This postponement has been extended beyond China origin to all Far East origins. … Continued
China Ocean Shipping Corporation (COSCO) has postponed their scheduled Trans-Pacific rate increase for September 15 under pressure from the Chinese Government. It is expected that OOCL will follow suit on this postponement. While the Chinese government can only issue this administrative direction to COSCO and OOCL, it is expected that other members of the consortium … Continued
Container shortages in Asia, especially China and India, are worsening as dwell time in the US and Europe increase and carriers struggle to return enough empty containers. The global supply chain is at risk at falling behind at a critical time, just before the upcoming peak shipping season. A spike in orders in July and … Continued
Exclusions to the additional 7.5% tariff on goods from China under China Section 301 (List 4A) expired on September 1. All goods previously listed will now be subject to an additional 7.5% tariff except those granted extension by the United States Trade Representative (USTR). Exclusions are being extended for less than 100 products (see list … Continued
Ocean carriers in the Trans-Pacific trade have announced rate increases effective Sept 1, 2020. Rates to USWC ports will be increased by between $400-$450/container. IPI rate increases will also average between $400-$450/container while rates to USEC ports will be increased on average between $500-$700/container. Vessel space on the Trans-Pacific continues to be extremely tight despite … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group is pleased to announce the opening of their subsidiary in Germany. WWL Germany GmbH represents the company’s first office in Continental Europe. Worldwide Logistics Group now operates from 15 locations in eight countries. Tom Peacock, Worldwide Logistics’ Director of Supply Chain Solutions and a key figure in the expansion into Germany, said, … Continued
Worldwide Logistics Group has expanded its warehouse operations in California adding a 38,000 sq. ft. warehouse for additional capacity. The new facility is in close proximity to the existing Worldwide Logistics Group Torrance warehouse. Since opening the initial warehouse in Torrance in 2019, Worldwide Logistics has seen huge growth in both container transloading and fulfillment … Continued
Amazon has imposed restrictions on FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) sellers, dictating the quantities they are allowed to store at Amazon warehouses. Sellers will have to comply with specific storage limits in cubic feet, which are calculated based primarily on commodity type and sales volume. Going forward, sellers will need to find alternative arrangements for any volumes … Continued
Worldwide Logistics, Inc. announced that they have joined the newly formed forwarder network Mundu. Mundu is based in Stuttgart, Germany and operated by Daniel and Alissa Jacobs. All 17 WWL offices in 7 countries will participate in this network. Joining the Mundu network helps WWL expand its global reach. Mundu is known for its international … Continued
With the continuation of aggressive blank sailing programs and overbooking, particularly on US West Coast bound vessels, upward pressure on rates has continued. Carriers have implemented increases effective July 1, 2020. On average rates to US West Coast and IPI points serviced via the US West Coast were raised by $400/40’ container. Rates to US … Continued
Carriers on the trans-Pacific eastbound lane have successfully imposed a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) effective June 15. Although trade volumes continue to lag, the carriers’ policies of aggressive capacity management hav resulted in upward pressure on rates. So far this month, rates to the US West Coast have increased by 29.2% while US East Coast … Continued
Increases in blank sailings in response to low volume levels is causing rate hikes and space constraints with many of the big carriers. Earlier this week, The Alliance (Hapag Lloyd, ONE, YML and HMM) along with the 2M Alliance (Maersk Line and MSC) announced that about 75 sailings will be canceled through September in a … Continued
Due to the imminent threat of the Nisarga Cyclone forecast to hit the city of Mumbai, India tomorrow, Continental CFS will operate with a skeletal staff. The cyclone is expected to make landfall sometime this evening or into tomorrow. CFS will be operational from 10:00 hrs to 13:00 hours, only handling import-laden deliveries. Activities like … Continued
The carriers on the trans-Pacific eastbound trade lane have announced a $400/container General Rate Increase (GRI) effective June 1, 2020. This increase had originally been planned at $500. Simultaneously, carriers have filed a second increase of $1000/container effective June 14, 2020. It is important to understand that filed increases don’t always get implemented. Carriers are … Continued
Recently Worldwide Logistics Ltd. (WWL) offices in China have reported an uptick in booking volumes. This increase is evident for both US East Coast and US West Coast bound cargos. Willy Fong, WWL’s managing director in Asia, noted, “a number of our traditional customers who had delayed or cancelled orders are now starting to move … Continued
In India, the nationwide lockdown has been extended until May 17th. Districts have been identified as red, orange or green zones based on the status of the Covid-19 outbreak there. The classification will enable the resumption of some economic activities in areas less affected by the virus and ensure that caution is exercised in these … Continued
Significant decreases in watershed levels means tighter enforcement in overweight cargo. The long-term effects of low water levels in the Panama Canal is forcing some ocean lines to offload overweight containers in order to pass through the Panama Canal. Last year, water depths in the canal reached such low levels not seen in the past … Continued
Recently, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has offered postponement of certain duties, taxes, and fees for 90 days for importers who have suffered significant financial hardship as a result of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the government imposed limiting commerce, travel, or group meetings. We have prepared the following information including important links relating … Continued
For the entire second quarter, The 2M Alliance of Maersk Line and Mediterranean Shipping Co. will suspend one weekly service from North Asia to the US West Coast and a weekly string from South Asia to the East Coast, the carriers said Thursday. They’ll also blank additional individual sailings to North America. The reductions in … Continued
USA All staff working from home except warehouse staff in Torrance, CA and Cranbury, NJ. Import volumes steady despite many retail orders having been delayed or cancelled. Exports are quite busy as are cross trade shipments. All systems are working efficiently with no issues in a “work from home” model. China All staff have resumed … Continued
Airlines are looking for ways to utilize grounded passenger fleets to meet a shortage of cargo capacity. The ripple effect of COVID-19 has grounded many passenger flights which is causing a global shortage of cargo space. Since passenger aircraft make up a large share of cargo capacity, there is a serious shortage in space, causing … Continued
As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to spread throughout the world WWL has taken measures to protect the health and safety of our staff as well as provide the most consistent service possible to our clients. Following is an update on the situation at each of our worldwide locations: USA Our office staff is now working … Continued
Two terminals at the Port of Houston reopen after temporarily shutting down yesterday when a worker tested positive for the coronavirus. Bayport and Barbours terminals were closed while an investigation was conducted. Port officials said the employee worked at both terminals. According to KHOU11 TV in Houston, the Port of Houston and the International Longshoremen’s Association conducted … Continued
This morning COVID-19 shut down two terminals at the Port of Houston after a worker tested positive for the disease. Bayport and Barbours terminals are closed while an investigation is conducted. Port officials said the employee worked at both terminals. According to KHOU11 TV in Houston, officials have no reason to believe anyone else at … Continued
With all the grim news about the COVID-19 pandemic, we are happy to share some positive news. Today marks the 22nd anniversary of Worldwide Logistics Group. Worldwide Logistics is a more than just company. It is a group of incredibly talented, resourceful and resilient people and resilience is what everyone needs these days! What started modestly in 1998 with … Continued
As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to spread throughout the world WWL has taken measures to protect the health and safety of our staff as well as provide the most consistent service possible to our clients. Following is an update on the situation at each of our worldwide locations: USA Beginning tomorrow virtually 100% of … Continued
Over the past few days WWL China has surveyed seventy five (75) exporters in China. This group represents the factories who supply our 20 largest import customers. Each of these companies was asked to provide information on the date they resumed work after the extended Chinese New Year holiday (CNY), the date they made or … Continued
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California are feeling the effects of the spread of the coronavirus as dozens of work shifts are cancelled due to the severe decrease in cargo volumes from Asia. This has a ripple effect including making it difficult for shippers and truckers to return empty containers, causing a … Continued
After months of sweat and tears, we have been given the green light to announce the launch of our new website! We hope our new features will help our customers to do their jobs. Please visit our site. With the Worldwide Logistics Group website redesign, we’ve created a Client Tools page with important forms, documentation … Continued
The coronavirus has significantly affected supply chain management and cargo volumes. With many factories still closed, truckers still under quarantine and road travel restricted, ocean carriers have cancelled roughly 35 sailings. All regional government bodies are strictly controlling factory work. Currently only 50% of the factories resumed work in February. “The rest may return to some level of normalcy … Continued
Track Washout: CN has reported that the track that had washed out earlier in the week from river flooding is now repaired and service has resumed back to normal. The washout had impacted traffic between Jackson, MS and Mobile, AL. Derailment: CN has also reported that service has now resumed near the town of Emo, Ontario where a derailment occurred earlier … Continued
SM Line announced last week that they will be restructuring their Transpacific service with 2M (Maersk Line and MSC) affective April 1, 2020. This new service change will replace their independent PSW service (CPX) with two services in joint operation with 2M. They will deploy two 11,000TEU class vessels in cooperation on PS1 (TP8/Orient) and … Continued
Due to the rapidly spreading Coronavirus, the Chinese government has announced the extension of the Chinese New Year holiday to February 2nd and many of the municipal governments are extending the holiday until February 9thThe following. areas have extended the holiday: Shanghai, Guangdong Province, Fujian Province, Zhejiang Province and Jiangsu Province. As of now, all … Continued
Original Article, SupplyChain Dive, Author Shefali Kapadia Seven out of ten manufacturing executives agree that a prolonged trade war would lead to a global recession, with 61 percent suggesting that this year’s recession is imminent, according to a LevaData survey of over 100 manufacturing and manufacturing executives across the automotive, consumer goods, life sciences, industrial … Continued
Original Article, SupplyChain Dive, Author Morgan Forde Last week the U.K. House of Lords approved Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill unamended. It now waits the Queen’s signature before becoming law and paving the way for the country to exit the EU. This gives Johnson more time to draw up a new trade … Continued
Original Article, SupplyChain Dive, Author Matt Leonard Supply Chain Dive, an industry publication providing insight into the supply chain management sector, reports that trucking demand, measured by DAT’s load-to-truck ratio, showed signs of growth across van and reefer volume in December, but flatbed demand was down. DAT also reported that year-over-year spot rates across the … Continued
Original Article, Blumberg, Authors Maeva Cousin and Tom Orlik The US/China partial trade deal commits China to buy an extra $200 billion in American products over the next two years. This will require China to shift purchases with other nations which Bloomberg Economics says puts other markets at risk. In 2017, the baseline year for … Continued
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Erik is responsible for developing and managing growth in the Benelux region focusing on air freight, ocean freight and warehousing solutions for a large variety of vertical markets. Erik has managed ocean freight import and export operations throughout his 15-year career. Most recently, Erik was the National Product Sea Freight Manager for Cargo-Partner responsible for all ocean freight product in the Benelux region. His career began at Agility Logistics advancing from trainee to OPS Sea freight Manager responsible for the all sea freight operations in Rotterdam.
Joe has over 40 years of experience in logistics. Before forming Worldwide Logistics in 1998, Joe was Executive Director of International for Fritz Companies, Inc., where he was employed for 10 years. In this role, he was responsible for managing all Fritz, non USA locations. This included management of over 1000 employees in over 25 countries. During his career, Joe has held executive positions with Fritz, Geo Logistics and OOCL. He has spent extensive time, traveling and living abroad. Joe is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University and did post graduate study at University of New Hampshire.
Tom began his career in logistics immediately upon graduation from University of Delaware in 2013 where he achieved a BS in Accounting. After working as a financial analyst for two years at NFI Industries he joined Worldwide Logistics in 2015. In his current role Tom is directly involved with strategic planning, financial management and business development.
Max joined Worldwide Logistics in 2021 after working for 6 years with DSV Panalpina. He brings more than 15 years of experience leading Finance teams in different industries. Max attended Universidad Católica Argentina where he obtained both Business and Accounting degrees, soon after attended Universidad Torcuato Di Tella where he obtained his MBA. As Chief Financial Officer, Max oversees all financial matters for the group.
Jonathan got his start in logistics as one of the first employees of a dot-com start-up with an instant gratification model that raised $250 million in capital. He then went on to work for various technology companies eventually starting his own IT consulting practice that grew to a full-scale MSP supporting various companies in multiple verticals including manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and DHS Government Agencies. Jonathan went on to join forces with another professional service organization to be the primary force behind building a fully ISO and SOC-compliant MSP supporting fortune 500 companies.
John has over 30 years of experience in international logistics. He started his career at Schenker DB when he obtained his U.S. Customs Broker License. During his career he has held sales and management positions at Fritz Companies, Inc., Energizer Battery and W.E.S.T. Forwarding Services. Before joining the team at Worldwide Logistics Group, John led his own logistics team at, AEXUS Worldwide LLC. In his current role at WWL, John is directly involved in business development and the expansion and growth of the Cleveland office.
Juan comes to us with more than 20 years of logistics experience having held management positions with EGL and Crane Worldwide Logistics. Since graduating from SEK University in Ecuador, Juan has spent time working in Miami as well as abroad in Colombia, Peru, Brazil and Chile. Juan has extensive knowledge in the LATAM trade ranging from project cargo to E-commerce logistics. Outside of work, he is a motorcycle enthusiast having raced dirt bikes competitively for 15 years. Juan will be responsible for developing the WWL presence in Latin America as well as Miami.
Claudia has more than 13 years of experience in the logistics industry, starting in customer service for the Spanish group, Vametrans, then moving to Cargoways in Mexico. Before working within the logistics sector, Ms. Castanos worked in private banking after finishing her studies in Business Administration at Universidad Panamericana. She is an expert in the Mexican commerce trade field including strong knowledge in customs, trade agreements and compliance in the Mexico market.
Eric joined Worldwide Logistics Group immediately upon graduation from College of New Jersey where he earned a degree in economics. He initially worked in operations for WWL subsidiary India Maritime Agency LLC. In his nearly 10 years with the group he has excelled in customer service, process engineering and applied IT. In his current role he manages the entire WWL operations staff in New Jersey including import, export, air and ocean.
Gricelda Esquivias has over 20 years of experience in the Logistics Field. She started her career in a key operating role for one of the largest CFS operators in Southern California. She was among the first employees of WWL in California. Gricelda is knowledgable in all aspects of logistics. She is DG certified and an expert in process control and improvement. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Gricelda provides solid leadership for our second largest US operation.
Peter has nearly 20 years of experience in logistics. He holds an MBA in Corporate Finance from CUNY Baruch College. Peter began his career in Vietnam with OIA Global and later Cargolux. Prior to emigrating to the USA in 2013 he spent time working in Vietnam and China for both airlines and freight forwarding companies. This experience gives him a broad understanding of all aspects of logistics and he is particularly knowledgeable in the areas of air freight and E-commerce logistics. Peter is fluent in English, Vietnamese and Mandarin.
Andrew has over 25 years of experience in the field of logistics. He is a 1996 graduate of Syracuse University where he earned a BA in Supply Chain Management. Andrew has been part of the Worldwide Logistics management team since 2008. Prior to that he held key positions with MDS Atlantic/DSL, Walker International Transportation, Worldcom and Bluefly.com. His experience spans all aspects of supply chain management.
Richard’s career in logistics spans over 40 years. After graduating from Syracuse University in 1970, he began working in the air cargo industry. He later transitioned into the China/US ocean consolidation business, first with Fritz Companies, and then as one of the original members of Distribution Services Ltd.(DSL). His company, MDS, managed the east coast growth and development of DSL, prior to its acquisition by Maersk Logistics. He then became a managing partner of Logistics Services, Ltd., which was later acquired by Fritz Companies, Inc. in 1995. In the ten years prior to joining Worldwide Logistics in 2008, Richard held an executive position with Dan Transport, today known as DSV.
Michael has over 15 years or experience in US Customs Brokerage. His expertise is in both transactional customs brokerage as well as consulting and transaction planning. A graduate of University of Maryland where he received a B.S. in Finance and International Business, Michael is a licensed US Customs Broker. In his present role, Michael is our corporate license holder and manages and supervises our Customs Brokerage team.
Caitlin joined Worldwide Logistics in 2018 after working for 10 years in the legal field. She secured her paralegal certificate in 2015. Her paralegal and administrative experience gives her the perspective she needs to manage human resources and legal compliance work for all of Worldwide Logistics’ divisions. Caitlin earned a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Peter has over 20 years of experience in the logistics field. He began his career with a cargo handling company at Newark International Airport servicing airlines such as BA, KLM, and EVA. After moving on to DSV where he excelled in sales and marketing he joined Worldwide Logistics Group in 2008. Peter is a native of Cuba and is fluent in both Spanish and English. In his current role he is responsible for strategic planning and account management for some of our largest accounts.
John has over 15 years of experience in domestic and international logistics. He joined the Worldwide Logistics in January of 2012 as a logistics freight broker. During his tenure with WWL, John has been involved all aspects of the business including business development, carrier compliance, and strategic direction. In 2017 John was instrumental in establishing WWL’s US domestic transportation subsidiary Nationwide Transportation and Distribution Services (NTDS). In his current role John manages all aspects of our domestic transportation and warehousing business. Prior to joining NTDS, John was raised in a domestic transportation family. In 2010 John opened a freight brokerage division to expand his family’s business before moving on to a career at WWL.
Vidhi joined Worldwide Logistics Group immediately upon graduation from Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she earned Masters in Public Administration. She initially worked in operations for the WWL subsidiary, India Maritime Agency LLC, and then moved to WWL operations side. In her nearly 10 years with the group, she has excelled in customer service and resolved many critical issues. In her current role she manages the entire WWL operations staff in New Jersey including import, export, air and ocean.
Lisa recently celebrated her 20th anniversary with Worldwide Logistics. She has been a key member of the WWL team since the beginning of the company. Before joining Worldwide, Lisa attended Fairleigh Dickinson University where she obtained both her BS and MBA. Soon after graduating Lisa began her career in logistics at Fritz Companies, Inc. As Chief Operating Officer in the US, Lisa is responsible for all aspects of the companies’ operations, accounting and administration. Her balance of tenacity and humility has allowed her to establish long lasting relationships with clients and co-workers alike.
Rob is responsible for maintaining the company’s air freight strategy, managing import and export air services and creating and implementing new strategies to drive revenue. Rob, an air freight and operations veteran, has managed air import and export operations throughout his career, improving and negotiating major contracts for multi-million dollar global shippers. Prior to Worldwide Logistics Group, Rob was National Air Freight Product Manager at cargo-partner where he focused on developing growth strategies and commercial solutions to support trade lane growth and ongoing business development. Before cargo-partner, Rob was the Air Freight Operations Manager with Superior Brokerage Services and an Air Freight Operations Agent with DAMCO. Rob is a graduate of University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.
Mike has more than 25 years of experience in domestic and international logistics. During his career, Mike has held sales and management positions at FedEx Trade Networks, American President Lines, DB Schenker and Hapag-Lloyd. He brings a broad range of supply chain management expertise within the automotive, aerospace, consumer and industrial, e-commerce and retail vertical markets. In his current role, Mike is directly involved in the business development and growth of the Worldwide Logistics Detroit office.
Nikita is responsible for managing the freight brokerage division in Toronto, Canada. She has a diverse background in logistics including 3PL experience, dedicated fleet outsourcing, courier services, warehousing and asset fleet.
Nikita graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelors in Commerce degree. Her industry experience includes positions at Purolator where she was awarded Best Performing Sales Quarter recognition in 2017 and at DSV where she earned Best Sales Performance for Q3 and Q4.
Daniel has been in the logistics industry for over 20 years. During his first years at BAX Global, Daniel was responsible for developing the Europe-Asia market. Later he went to PanTerra to build and steadily develop their international sector. Later he created Motion, a network for logistics service provides to network and grow their businesses. In his current role at Worldwide Logistics Group, he has ben instrumental in the organization and growth of the Worldwide Logistics Group’s Germany office, focusing on air and sea freight as well as trade fair logistics.
Alissa has over 10 years of experience in the logistics industry. Her expertise is in the area for air and sea freight logistics with experience gained from working at ITG and PanTerra. Alissa will be in charge of both these divisions in her role with Worldwide Logistics Group’s Germany office.
Erdal comes to Worldwide Logistics Group with over 35 years of logistics experience. He has served in executive positions for Fritz Companies, Inc., Fed X Trade Network and UPS Supply Chain Solutions. He has knowledge of all aspects of logistics including air cargo transport, ocean freight logistics, land transport and physical distribution. He also has in depth knowledge of logistics in Central Asia, specifically Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
Manuel has more than 33 years of experience in the freight forwarding, logistics and customs brokerage industries. He is an expert in regulatory issues such as customs brokerage licenses for freight forwarders, authorized economic operator licenses, freight quality certifications, self-audit programs, airport security programs and security clearance applications for defense programs. Early is his freight forwarding career, Manuel focused his interest in international sales with extensive travel throughout the Far East, Europe and the Americas. Manuel holds a customs brokerage license and a logistic operator license. He graduated from Madrid University with a major in Sales Administration and Marketing. He lives with his family in Madrid, Spain.
Glenn Hayes, Managing Director UK /IRELAND / POLAND/ NETHERLANDS at Worldwide Logistics Group, has nearly two decades of experience implementing holistic logistics and warehouse strategies for diverse clients across global markets. Hayes’ specializations span from forward logistics – including FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) and FBM (Fulfillment by Merchant) – to reverse logistics, optimizing product returns and enhancing customer satisfaction. His distinct blend of expertise and dedication positions him as an influential figure in the supply chain and logistics sector, particularly within the European fashion industry. Glenn has spearheaded multimillion-pound growth within WWL’s 3PL (third-party logistics) network.
Erik is responsible for developing and managing growth in the Benelux region focusing on air freight, ocean freight and warehousing solutions for a large variety of vertical markets. Erik has managed ocean freight import and export operations throughout his 15-year career. Most recently, Erik was the National Product Sea Freight Manager for Cargo-Partner responsible for all ocean freight product in the Benelux region. His career began at Agility Logistics advancing from trainee to OPS Sea freight Manager responsible for the all sea freight operations in Rotterdam.
Bebin hails from Thiruvalla ,Kerala State ,India. He is a graduate of Mahatma Gandhi University where he attained a degree in Business Commerce. He also completed his Masters in International Business at Bharathiar University. Upon completion of his studies Bebin immediately began to pursue a career in his chosen field of international logistics. He came to Worldwide Logistics Group in 2019 with over 10 years industry experience in both India and Dubai. He has a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of logistics on a global basis including air freight, ocean freight, distribution, and project/event forwarding.
Bernard Kavoo comes to Worldwide Logistics Group with over 30 years of supply chain experience. He has a Bachelor of Purchasing and Supplies Management degree from Jomo Kenyatta University – Kenya and a Master of Science in Procurement and Logistics from the same university. He has served in various supply chain positions in Cadbury Kenya Limited (A member of Mondelez International Confectionery Group) and Bollore Transport and Logistics Kenya Limited. He has knowledge in all aspects of logistics activities including Air and Ocean Freight Forwarding as well as Land Transport, Rail Transport and Physical Distribution. He has a wealthy knowledge of Logistics in Kenya and the East African Region.
Norhan Mohamed is a talented and motivated supply chain management professional over 15 years of experience from leading logistics and project management companies in Egypt. Before joining Worldwide Logistics Group, Norhan worked for 2bs Cargo Egypt and DSV Egypt. She is a true communicator, with extensive experience in managing key international import and export accounts as well as local Egyptian clients. In a rather regulated Egyptian customs environment, she is client centric and very knowledgeable on Egyptian customs regulations. Norhan attended Ain Shams University, Egypt.
Imran has over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, mostly from DHL. Before joining Worldwide Logistics Group, Imran worked for DHL in the United States, Pakistan and the Philippines. Prior to DHL, he began his career at Expeditors in Los Angeles, California. Imran was a recipient of three Country-of-the-Year awards during his DHL career in Pakistan and the Philippines. He holds a Bachelor of Science in business Administration from California State University, DH. He also earned a certification in Global Logistics from California State University, Long Beach. Imran is a native of Pakistan with US citizenship. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his two daughters and is an avid classic car buff and restorer. His last completed project was a 1965 Mustang Fastback.
Manish has 20 years of experience in the logistics industry. He graduated from Calcutta University with a degree in Commerce. Immediately upon graduation Manish began his career in logistics starting as a trainee with an Indian based forwarder where he spent the first 11 years of his career. In 2011 he joined SJ Logistics (then an agent of Worldwide Logistics) as the head of US trade development. In 2016 he was instrumental in establishing WWL India Pvt. Ltd, our Indian subsidiary. In 2019 he established WWL Middle East FZE in the United Arab Emirates. In his current role Manish manages all aspects of WWL business in the Indian Sub-Continent and Middle East.
Ryan joined Worldwide Logistics’ Hong Kong office in 2011 as a management trainee and was allocated to work in our Paramus office for two years. He was relocated to Hong Kong in 2013. In his current role, he works closely with all ocean carriers for rate and contract negotiation. He provides pricing support and helps facilitate communications between our Far East agents and US offices. He also provides consultative support to our clients with regard to Supply Chain engineering. Ryan earned the MSC (Master of Science) in Operations and Supply Chain Management at City University of Hong Kong in 2016.
Seal has 17 years of experience in the logistics industry. He began his career in sales at Evergreen Marine Corp. He expanded his skills by transferring into logistics pricing in charge of contract pricing and space allocation. After Evergreen, he worked for an international forwarding company located in Los Angeles, responsible for contract negotiation with carriers and agents.
Eva is one of WWL Group’s longest serving employees, working as the Director Accounting – Asia. She has over 25 years of experience in accounting and financial management. In her 19 years with the company, Eva is responsible for accounting and financial management in Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Her role has expanded beyond the Hong Kong and China region and includes critical oversight of regional accounting reporting and financial analysis throughout Asia including WWL branch offices in India and Vietnam. Eva earned a Bachelor of Accounting and Finance Degree from the University of Greenwich.
Tony has over 20 years of experience in the logistics field. His career began immediately upon graduation from Shanghai Administration and Management Institute where he earned a degree in Accounting. In 2000, Tony joined Worldwide Logistics Group and is instrumental in developing business in China. In his current role Tony manages the Worldwide Logistics Group office in Qingdao and oversees all Northern China.
Nhecee has 12 years of experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry. She started her career working for DHL Global Forwarding in customs brokerage and various roles in air and sea freight management. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Customs Administration from John B. Lacson Maritime University in Iloilo, Philippines and a Masters in Business Administration from International Academy of Management and Economics in Makati, Philippines.
Donny Gan has more than 22 years of experience in the logistics industry including 15 years of managerial experience in Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. Donny has a solid background in freight forwarding for ocean, air, rail, land transport and warehousing. He holds an associate degree in accounting and is is a graduate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) , the word’s leading and largest professional body of management accountants. He’s fluent in English and Malay and has conversational knowledge of Cantonese, Mandarin, Hokkien and Thai.
Ray has over 20 years of experience in the logistics field. He began his career at SeaLand Service, Inc. which later became Maersk with the acquisition of SeaLand by AP Moeler Group. Before joining Worldwide Logistics in 2004, Ray held various positions at Jas Forwarding (HK) Ltd. Ray helped establish the Worldwide Logistics office in Shenzhen, China in 2009. In his current role he is responsible for managing our offices in Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
David has over 25 years of experience in the logistics field. His career began immediately upon graduation from Shanghai Lixin University we he earned a degree in Accounting and Finance. In 2000 David joined Worldwide Logistics and has been instrumental in developing our China business ever since. In his current role David manages WWL offices in Shanghai and Qingdao while overseeing all activity in Central and Northern China.
Steven has over 22 years of experience in the logistics field. He joined Worldwide Logistics Group in 2000 after graduating from Shanghai Maritime Vocational and Technical College. Steven completed his International Shipping Management diploma in 2004. He is instrumental in developing business in Central and Northern China.
Ada has over 18 years of experience in the logistics field and graduated from Shanghai Maritime University where she majored in International Logistics. In 2009, Ada obtained a diploma in International Trade. She joined Worldwide Logistics Group in 2004. She is the Assistant Manager of Shanghai office, overseeing air freight and import as well as the warehousing operations for central China.
Jamie has over 10 years of experience in international logistics. He joined Worldwide Logistics Group in 2017 and was instrumental in the establishment of our Vietnam subsidiary which commenced operations October 1, 2017. Prior to joining WWL he held key management positions with DHL Express Vietnam, OHL Vietnam and was a director for FWF & Nisshin Vietnam. In his current role he manages all aspects of WWL business in Vietnam and Cambodia. Jamie is fluent in Vietnamese and English and conversational in Mandarin.
Worapan is a veteran in the logistics industry with more than 17 years of experience in freight forwarding, particularly in ocean import and export. Before joining Worldwide Logistics Group she worked with DB Schenker – Laem Chabang Branch as a fourth party logistics (4PL) control tower manager leading end-to-end logistics for fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) customers. She holds a master’s degree in international business from Eastern Asia University and a bachelor’s degree in science technology from Chulalongkorn University.
