Supply Chain Secrets

Port Congestion - Where the Real Bottlenecks Lie - 3/17/25

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Port congestion—it’s a phrase thrown around in logistics, but what does it actually mean? In this episode of Supply Chain Secrets, hosts Caroline Weaver and Lars Jensen break down the layers of port congestion, from bottlenecks at the quay to inefficiencies in inland infrastructure. They discuss how factors like crane productivity, labor dynamics, chassis availability, and even customs staffing shortages all play a role.

Plus, they unpack the latest industry shakeups, including the Hutchison terminal sale in China and the ongoing Red Sea crisis. Tune in to understand where the real choke points are and what businesses can do to mitigate disruption.