Are Maritime Supply Chains Improving as the Holidays Approach?
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Earlier this year, supply chains on both sea and land were severely strained. As the holidays approach, have things improved? Former Federal Maritime Commissioner Rob Quartel shares his thoughts on this and other global shipping issues. The podcast will also discuss the new Ocean Shipping Reform Act and other issues relating to the large volume of US and international commerce that arrives by ship.
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