Ocean Freight in the 21st Century

Resource: Current article on U.S. seaport activity

Ocean Freight has become a critical mode of transportation for global
logistics. In recent years it is becoming apparent U.S. seaports are
ill equipped to handle the increase in inbound and outbound freight.
More importantly, the U.S. port workers have been impacted by contract
negotiations to the point of work stoppages and slowdowns resulting in
major product flow interruptions.

Find a current article on U.S. seaport activity.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word summary using the chosen article focused on U.S. seaport activity.

Review the article and
focus on seaport infrastructure deficiencies and the impact on capacity
or labor relations as it relates to port worker productivity.

Identify why it is
important to global logistics effectiveness to improve the current
situation, and describe how trade agreements may help reduce product
flow interruptions.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.