AI is already reshaping logistics, from automating document processing to optimizing shipment tracking. But how much of this is real, and how much is just hype?
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Impact of Shipping Delays on Construction Timelines and How to Avoid Them
Exploring the role of Terminal49 in shipment visibility and ensuring construction timelines have minimal to zero delays.
Customer Story
Jaguar Freight Cut Manual Tracking by 90% with Terminal49's Automated Container Visibility
Discover how Jaguar Freight eliminated 90% of manual tracking tasks, saved 20+ hours per user each month, and adopted a cost-effective, enterprise-grade tracking solution - without the high price tag of traditional platforms.
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Managing Detention & Demurrage Charges With Terminal49
Stay compliant and minimize demurrage fees with our automated container tracking and risk management solutions.
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Master the New FMC Demurrage and Detention Regulations with Ease
Stay compliant with OSRA 2022 and avoid costly penalties—download our free eBook now.
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TPM Exec Interview: Technology’s potential in logistics
Terminal49 was built on the development of software that helps to streamline drayage operations. Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.
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Tariff Turbulence and the Conversations I'm Having with Importers Right Now
Importers are scrambling as tariff rules shift fast. From the end of de minimis to FTZ strategy and routing chaos, here's what logistics teams are doing to stay ahead.
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Tariffs are shifting fast — how are importers responding?
In this fireside chat, Terminal49’s Kyle Blount and Dom Santomieri unpack what May 2 means for U.S. importers. From the disappearance of the de minimis exemption to how major brands are pivoting to FTZs and new sourcing routes, this conversation offers a clear, strategic look at a very uncertain landscape.
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What’s Really Going On With Tariffs, Port Fees, and Peak Season
The logistics headlines keep coming: tariffs are changing, port fees are on the horizon, and shippers are bracing for congestion. So we hit record on a quick chat between Terminal49’s Dom Santomieri and Kyle Blount to unpack what’s actually going on.
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The Only Constant in Logistics: Disruption
How supply chain leaders can build sustainable, agile operations for what’s next
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AI in Logistics and Supply Chain: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and What’s Next?
AI is everywhere. Whether we’re excited about it, skeptical, or just trying to keep up, there’s no escaping the conversation. In logistics and supply chain, the potential for AI is massive—but what does that really mean for the industry?
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The Role of Tracking Technology in Enhancing The Efficiency of Freight Operations
In this article, we take a deep dive into four major roles of technology in enhancing the efficiency of freight operations.
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Why Traditional Sources of Container Data Are So Unreliable
We're breaking down the challenges with traditional sources of container data and methods of gaining visibility into status. It's more complicated than you'd think.
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Avoid Spoilage and Cut Costs: Managing Time-Sensitive Refrigerated Cargo
Exploring how shippers can track and monitor conditions of time-sensitive refrigerated cargo during its freight movement with Terminal49.
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Container Data Chaos: Why It Happens and How Terminal49 Is Fixing It
Container tracking data is chaotic—late, inconsistent, and incomplete. Learn how Terminal49 ensures data accuracy to streamline global logistics operations.
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Best Container Tracking Tools in 2024
Explore and review seven of the best container tracking tools in the market for 2024. We also go in-depth on the benefits of container tracking tools.
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Building Multi-Modal Flexibility Within Freight Operations For A Resilient Supply Chain
One of the key strategies to achieving supply chain resilience is by building multi-modal flexibility within freight operations. But how do you do that?
Customer Story
Freight Forwarder Saves 300+ Hours and Thousands of Dollars a Month on Container Tracking
Learn how Terminal49 help a mid-sized freight forwarder, customs broker and NVOCC automate container data management and improve customer trust.
Customer Story
How Valor Victoria Eliminated Detention & Demurrage Fees with Terminal49 – Over 863 Days and Counting
Discover how Valor Victoria used Terminal49's real-time container tracking to save thousands daily, eliminate detention and demurrage fees for 863+ days, and streamline logistics with 90% less manual tracking.
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How to Prevent Customs Delays When Shipping Construction Equipment
Why Customs Delays Are a Serious Risk for Construction Equipment Imports
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FDA Food Import Requirements: A Compliance Guide for Food Importers and Shippers
Learn how food importers can navigate FDA and U.S. Customs regulations without costly delays. This guide explores compliance strategies, risk mitigation, and how Terminal49 helps streamline food import operations.
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How Jaguar Freight Uses Terminal49 + Chain.io to Automate Container Tracking and Deliver a Better Customer Experience
Jaguar Freight automated container tracking with Terminal49 + Chain.io to boost visibility, cut manual work, and enhance customer experience.
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How Terminal49 Can Help With The Implementation of The New FMC Rules
How the new FMC rules work and how shipping operations can leverage visibility solutions to ensure transparency throughout the container journey
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How Data Standardization Improves Supply Chain Efficiency
A deep dive into the role of data standardization in improving the efficiency of logistics and supply chain operations.
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How to make shipment visibility data work for you featuring Chain.io & Jaguar Freight
Tracking container milestones is one thing—getting that data where you need it, when you need it, is another. If you’re manually keying in updates or scrambling to align your TMS, ERP, or customers with real-time visibility, there’s a better way. Join Terminal49, Chain.io, and Jaguar Freight for a real-world look at how logistics providers are making visibility data actually work for them—without the headaches.
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Managing Perishable Goods Through Reefer Container Milestones
Exploring best practices and the role of Terminal49 in managing perishable goods through reefer container milestones.
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Milestones that Matter #1 - Impact of Container Discharge Times on Drayage Operations
Exploring Terminal49’s role in helping shippers ensure accurate tracking of container discharge times and LFD for better drayage operations
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How Valor Victoria Eliminated Detention & Demurrage Fees with Terminal49 – Over 863 Days and Counting
Discover how Valor Victoria used Terminal49's real-time container tracking to save thousands daily, eliminate detention and demurrage fees for 863+ days, and streamline logistics with 90% less manual tracking.
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Insights from WESCCON 2024: What’s Next for Logistics Visibility
Terminal49’s insights from WESCCON 2024 in San Diego reveal key logistics trends in visibility, automation, and streamlined workflows for customs brokers and forwarders.
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Assessing The Impact of The ILA Strike on Operators and Other Stakeholders
The ILA Strike has commenced and will be felt throughout the entire East and Gulf Coast ports responsible for handling 55% of containers coming to and fro the United States.
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A Deep Dive Into The Port of Los Angeles (LA)
A guide on the Port of Los Angeles, exploring its history, terminals, logistics environment, economic impact, and infrastructures.
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Kyle Blount Brings Over a Decade of Logistics Expertise to Terminal49’s Customer Success Team
An employee spotlight for Terminal49’s new hire - Kyle Blount who joins the team from Flexport and comes with a combination of experience, expertise, and talent.
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Implementing The OSRA 2022 Final Rule on Detention and Demurrage
A deep dive into the OSRA 2022 final rule, including what shippers can expect and how they can navigate it successfully.
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A Guide To Online Container Tracking
A deep dive into online container tracking, why it is important to freight operations, and how freight businesses and shippers can go about it
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Empowering Customer Success Agents with Real-Time Shipment Tracking
Explore how empowering the real-time shipment tracking tool can be in the hands of customer success agents and how to measure its success.
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OSRA 2022 Detention and Demurrage Invoicing Ruling Effective 5/28/24: Are You Ready?
This webinar offers practical insights and strategies to prepare your business for regulatory changes, minimizing disruptions and costs.
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Streamline Container Tracking With Custom Reports and Templates
In this webinar, you'll hear about how the Containers Dashboard from Terminal49 is designed to simplify your shipment workflow with real-time data, customizable reports, and ready-to-use templates.
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The Future of Ocean Carrier APIs: Why Standardization and Quality Matter
APIs should streamline ocean freight, but carrier data is still inconsistent and incomplete—leaving forwarders and shippers to fill the gaps.
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Toph Atwater Joins Terminal49 as Senior Account Executive
An employee spotlight for Terminal49’s new hire - Toph Atwater, a sales professional taking the reins as a senior account executive.
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The Role of Real-Time Data in Navigating Freight Market Volatility
Exploring the importance and challenges of real-time data and insights in navigating an increasingly volatile freight market.
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Launching North American Intermodal Rail Visibility on Terminal49
Enhance your logistics with Terminal49's rail & intermodal visibility for streamlined, secure cargo movement. Discover our platform's new features.
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Navigating the Drayage Service Market: Adding Value Beyond Cost Competition with Terminal49
With margins often razor-thin and clients perpetually seeking the most economical solutions, providers find themselves locked in a race to the bottom, where differentiation based solely on pricing becomes challenging.
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Track to Success: Terminal49 Demos New Rail & Intermodal Visibility
Join Terminal49 CEO, Akshay Dodeja, for a 30-minute webinar to demo this major product update, showcasing how Terminal49 completes your visibility into the inland journey of your cargo with intermodal rail data.
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Transforming Maritime Logistics with Low Latency AIS Event Generation
This blog explores how Terminal49 is enhancing maritime logistics by integrating free, community-driven terrestrial AIS data with reliable satellite AIS sources. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and open-source data, we provide real-time, cost-effective ship tracking with increased reliability. As we transition to a new satellite AIS vendor, our system will soon offer comprehensive global coverage, ensuring customers receive timely, accurate updates on their shipments both at sea and in port.
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Overcoming Operational Challenges in North American Rail and Inter-Modal Shipping
Although there are operational challenges in North American rail and intermodal shipping, we have explored some solutions to help you overcome them.
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US Terminal Operations in the face of Shipping Turmoil
Global Shipping Chokepoints are causing knock-on effects in US Ports and Terminals
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Case Study: Freight Forwarder Saves 300+ Hours and Thousands of Dollars a Month on Container Tracking
Learn how Terminal49 help a mid-sized freight forwarder, customs broker and NVOCC automate container data management and improve customer trust
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Video: Ocean Carrier APIs: Challenges, Standards, and the Future
Explore the state of ocean carrier APIs in this insightful discussion with Akshay Dodeja and Matt. Learn about DCSA standards, data challenges, and the future of API adoption in global logistics.
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Why High-Quality Data (Not Just APIs) Is the Key to Better Container Tracking
Struggling with unreliable container tracking data? APIs provide access, but bad data leads to costly delays, demurrage fees, and operational chaos. In this blog, Terminal49’s co-founders discuss why high-quality data—not just API integration—is the key to real visibility. Learn how Terminal49 cleans, validates, and enriches tracking data to keep your supply chain moving smoothly.
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Why Ocean Carrier APIs Fall Short (And How to Overcome the Challenges)
Ocean carrier APIs promise simplicity but fall short due to fragmentation, limited access, and high costs. Learn how Terminal49 solves these challenges.
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Why the Transportation Visibility Market Hasn’t Consolidated (and Why That’s a Good Thing)
Why the transportation visibility market remains unconsolidated: learn why growing demand, high valuations, and innovation make it a win for shippers.
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Leveraging Quality Data For Environmental Compliance in Maritime Operations
In the wake of sustainability, many shipping operations are turning to quality data for environmental compliance in shipping operations. In our article, we explore what this means.
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The Importance of High-Quality Data in Shipment Tracking
Shipment tracking is a key feature in modern-day supply chain operations. Find out the importance of high-quality data in ensuring effective shipment tracking.
