PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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talking trade industry insights

Michael Ford, BDP's VP of Government and Industry Affairs, gives an in-depth overview of some of the biggest agenda items in Washington and how they will have a major impact on both shippers and the transportation industry as a whole.

industry insights talking trade

In our latest episode of Talking Trade, special guest Michael Ford, BDP's VP of Government and Industry Affairs, takes an in-depth look at some of the biggest trade issues from 2021 and what key developments will have an impact on shippers in 2022.

ocean freight talking trade

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, Gene Welsh - Executive Director, Ocean Transportation, takes an in-depth look at current challenges, carrier performance, COVID-19 effects, and additional factors that are significantly impacting the ocean transportation industry.

talking trade industry insights

In our latest episode, VP of Government and Industry Affairs, Michael Ford, takes a close look at two important trade issues that can have a major impact on US companies, especially as the end of year approaches.

talking trade

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, Kevin Connor - VP of Air Transportation, and Patrick Olyhoeck, Director - Airfreight, EMEA, take a close look at the current state of the airfreight industry, including trends, capacity constraints, and what a COVID-19 vaccine could mean for the industry's potential recovery.

talking trade

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, Gene Welsh - Director of Ocean Freight, North America, joins the show to provide an in-depth analysis into some of the biggest issues challenging the ocean freight market. From rate volatility to blank sailings and on-time delivery issues, tune in for the full discussion.

talking trade covid-19

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, VP of Sales - Europe, Gerry Fama and Director of Sales, EMEA, Simona Ravera share insight and updates on the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccination, the process behind the development, and whether or not the industry is prepared for this massive undertaking.

industry insights talking trade

In our latest episode, Michael Ford - VP of Government and Industry Affairs, discusses how years of discussion on the topic of USMCA have culminated with the agreement officially in effect along with new provisions in place that shippers should be aware of.

covid-19 talking trade

When COVID-19 forced the cancellation of BDP's annual Supply Chain Summit in Antwerp, Belgium, the team mobilized to orchestrate a virtual event to discuss the major challenges faced by global companies in today's reality. We'll hear snippets from some of the top industry executives from the air, ocean, and regulatory realms.