When a polar vortex slams into the Midwest or a flooded river halts barge traffic up the Mississippi, many logistics operations go into crisis mode. But for chemical shippers, these disruptions aren’t the exception, they’re part of the job. Compared to consumer packaged goods (CPG) that are packed and shipped in boxes, most chemicals can…
Category: Chemical
The chemical industry is diverse, with products ranging from hazardous materials to everyday items. And the way these products move is just as varied. From barges and rail cars to drums and totes on trucks, chemical supply chains are complex. Regulatory requirements, special handling for hazardous items, and intricate multimodal routes create a delicate balance…