LIPS Transport

08/21/2023

06/02/2023

OICT Gate Closure June 2 2023

Please be advised, we have been informed OICT Terminal and Trapac Terminals in Oakland, CA will not have gate operations today due to unavailable labor.
If the situation changes for today, we will inform you accordingly, otherwise, please ensure To be guided accordingly.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

06/02/2023

NOTICE: Temporary Disruption at Port of LA and Oakland Terminals 06/21/23

This is to inform that the yard workers at Port of LA (Terminal 300 - Fenix Marine and Terminal 400 - APM) and at Port of Oakland have ceased their operations for the time being. We are actively monitoring this situation to minimize any potential impact on your shipments. We keep you informed of any updates as soon as new information becomes available.

05/15/2023

U.S. Retail Imports Improves in March but 2023 Forecast Lowered


According to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates, import cargo volume at major container ports in the U.S. while recovering from a nearly three-year low in February, will be at significantly lower levels than last year.

Most U.S. ports have recorded declining year-over-year import volumes since late last year and declining exports out of China highlight the slowdown in demand for
consumer goods, according to Hackett Associates Founder, Ben Hackett. “With economic uncertainty continuing, the impact on trade is clear,” said Hackett.

U.S. ports handled 1.62 million TEUs in March, up 5% from February but down -30.6% year-on-year. Yet-to-be published April figures are predicted at 1.73 million TEUs, translating to a -23.4% decrease year-on-year. 1.83 million TEUs are estimated to be imported by the country's ports in May, a -23.5% drop from last year's 2.4 million TEUs, June is expected to reach 1.9 million TEUs, which is a 15.9% decrease from the same month last year. The third quarter of 2023 is expected to total 6 million TEUs, down -7.2% year-on-year. The first nine months of the year would total 16.5 million TEUs, down -17.8% year-on-year.

Meanwhile, the first half of 2023, previously forecast at 10.8 million TEUs, has been revised to 10.4 million TEUs, down -22.8% from the first half of 2022. “Our view is that imports will remain below recent levels until inflation rates and inventory surpluses are reduced,” Hackett said.

“Consumers are still spending and retail sales are expected to increase this year, but we’re not seeing the explosive demand we saw the past two years,” said NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy, Jonathan Gold. “Congestion at the ports has largely gone away as import levels have fallen, but other supply chain challenges remain, ranging from trucker shortages to getting empty containers back to terminals.”

Source: gCaptain

05/15/2023

Annoucement :

The assessment provided by major bank UBS indicates shippers will face high charges for the maritime industry’s upcoming climate mitigation efforts. The findings were presented in UBS’s new report about shipping’s decarbonization, reports Danish business media Finans.

The shipping industry – representing around 3% of global CO2 emissions – will have to pay up to USD 300bn to achieve the green energy transition on the way to 2050.

The bank expects much of the bill to be footed by customers. Shippers will subsequently face higher freight prices for sustainable transportation, while end users could be less affected and presented with a price increase on consumer goods below 1%.

The climate target for shipping has been set by the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) and so far entails a 50% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and a complete phase-out as soon as possible thereafter.

A key to achieving this goal is the switch from traditional heavy fuels to alternative fuel types such as green hydrogen, green methanol and ammonia. This requires significant investment in the development of infrastructure, and sustainable fuels are needed. Otherwise, the transformation will not progress at the pace it needs to.

Source: ShippingWatch

05/01/2023

[Notice] June 1st, 2023 Peak Season Surcharge

Dear Valued HMM Customers,

*This is for TP E/B (Both US & CANADA)
• Tariff Code: HDMU-040
• Rule No.: 107
• Effective From: June 1st, 2023
The Peak Season Surcharge of USD 1,000/40 to be applicable
for all tariff or service contract cargoes effective June 1st, 2023
from all origins including Japan and sub-continent.
The quantum for other size containers shall be as follows:
[Origin : All Origins]
[Destination : All destination]
USD 900 per 20
USD 1000 per 40
USD 1125 per HC
USD 1266 per 45

Thank you for reading the notice. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact

04/26/2023

Dear Valued Customer,

To keep you better informed of the current operational situation occurring in the U.S., we would like to provide you with the following updates.

Vessels continue to be pushed further off the proforma schedule causing blank sailings, along with port congestion and the continuous increase of import volume within the past two years has affected operations in almost all areas of the country
Service Delays

Rail updates:

▪ BNSF – Rail ramp is currently experiencing congestion in Chicago, Columbus, and Los Angeles. There are delays in picking-up and delivering containers at these locations.

▪ UP/LAX/LGB – Rail ramp is currently experiencing congestion in Los Angeles. There are delays in picking-up and delivering containers at this location.

Equipment Availability:

Due to persistent congestion nationwide, chassis shortages continue to be observed resulting in potential delays for pick up and delivery.

Thank you for your continued support and patience as we get through this together.

01/26/2023

Hello All Kabayan
To Trace your cargo if delivered please go to our
WEBSITE . lipstransportllc.com (red screen) type your invoice # or ctc no. 224-466 9923.
Appreciate for supporting Lips Service. Thank you

01/26/2023

Hello Kabayan

To check your boxes please go to our website: lipstransportllc.com (red screen)
trace your invoice # pn hand. or call cell #224-466-9923 ctc malou . Thank you

01/26/2023

NOTICE: Expected Delays Due To Rail Temporary Ingate Suspensions Between Los Angeles and Chicago Associated Lanes

Dear Business Partner,

Union Pacific experienced a service interruption on their main line near Santa Rosa, New Mexico and are not anticipating the bridge restoration for a few days. Correspondingly, temporary ingate suspensions going into effect Tuesday, January 24, 2023, until further notice. These closures will result in delays for loads that ingate from Los Angeles going to and from Chicago.

Any new update on this issue we will advise you as soon information becomes available.

01/26/2023

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01/26/2023