Supply Chain Secrets

In this hot-off-the-press episode of Supply Chain Secrets, Caroline Weaver and Lars Jensen break down the biggest takeaways from TPM 2025—including the USTR 301 proposal that could impose a $1M+ fee per vessel per US port call for Chinese-built ships, a move that could reshape shipping as we know it.

This jam-packed episode also covers:
*Recently announced carrier infrastructure investments
*The evolving geopolitical landscape—From Red Sea disruptions to shifts in global trade policy
*What shippers need to do now to stay ahead of major industry shifts

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Missed TPM25? Our latest Supply Chain Secrets episode was taped live on Day 1—straight from the crowd, no studio polish! Lars, Caroline, and Don Davis dive into 2025-26’s unpredictability and sharp fixes for shippers and NVOs.

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In this special episode of Supply Chain Secrets, Caroline Weaver and logistics legend Lars Jensen break down what to expect at TPM25, the premier conference for global container shipping. Whether you're attending in person or following from afar, this episode gives you an insider’s view of the key topics driving the industry this year.

Lars shares insights on contract negotiations, market uncertainty, and the critical role of relationships in navigating disruptions. Will rates collapse if the Red Sea reopens? Should importers rethink their carrier strategies with the new alliances? And how should shippers balance risk in their long-term contracts?

Join us as we tackle these questions, plus a live audience Q&A. And if you're at TPM, don’t miss our live podcast session at the NYSHEX booth on Monday at 3 PM Pacific!

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In this second episode on the topic of how supply chain may be impacted by the change in US presidential administrations, Lars and Caroline tackle tariffs, headhaul and backhaul trade dynamics, and the latest news regarding the Ukraine and Red Sea crises.  

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In this episode of Supply Chain Secrets, hosts Caroline Weaver and Lars Jensen break down shifting tariff policies, hot topics such as Ships for America, and what it all means for global trade. With real-time updates and expert insights, they discuss how businesses can navigate uncertainty, potential market impacts, and the future of U.S. shipping policies. Tune in for a timely and insightful discussion on the forces shaping ocean freight today!

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The shipping industry never slows down, and neither do the disruptions shaping global trade. In this episode, we welcome Lars Jensen as a permanent co-host and dive straight into the hottest topic in ocean shipping: the Red Sea crisis and its ripple effects on global freight markets.

Lars and Caroline break down what a potential ceasefire means for vessel capacity, freight rates, and market stability—plus the unintended consequences shippers should prepare for. Will reopening the Red Sea cause a massive congestion crisis in Europe? How will it impact U.S. shippers? And could we be heading toward a market crash?

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Bryan, Caroline and Don discuss the shipper strategies they're seeing going into the contracting season and the pros and cons.

It's a new year with a new guest on the Supply Chain Secrets Podcast! Well-known and respected in our industry, Betsy Ducat is certainly not new to honing world-class supply chains and deeply understanding the needs of the world's leading shippers. 

While Donald Davis may have again picked up the baton to run the carrier race at ZIM Lines, the show goes on! He, Caroline Weaver, and Bryan Most discuss with Betsy, the key trends from a #3pl perspective and 2024 season predictions. 

In this episode, the Supply Chain Secrets team interviews Kevin Parkerson, who is the President and Founder of KP Global Logisitics.  In this episode, you will hear about:

• Kevin's background in supply chain
• Current top pain points for shippers
• Impact of blank sailings 
• Insights into shipper forecasts

...and much, much more!  Let us know what you think of the episode and if there are any new topics you want us to cover!

In this episode, Caroline Weaver is on vacation, so it's Bryan and Don talking about the current market condition.  In this episode, you'll learn about:

• What does the current market look like for shippers?
• Given the market condition, what does that mean for ocean carriers?
• What do these things mean for rest of the year and what can anyone do about it?

and much much more!  Let us know what you think of the episode and if there are any topics that are top of mind for you!