October import volumes hold steady despite port strike disruption
Imports at major US container ports are expected to remain strong in October, despite a three-day strike last week that temporarily halted operations from Maine to Texas.
09 October 2024
09 October 2024
Imports at major US container ports are expected to remain strong in October, despite a three-day strike last week that temporarily halted operations from Maine to Texas.
Compliance is essential given the onslaught of environmental and social legislation on the horizon, but could upcoming regulations finally reduce the countless audits apparel manufacturers are expected to carry out?
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