News / Anger at P3 take-it-or-leave-it schedule, while terminals batten down the hatches

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Shippers at the TPM in Long Beach yesterday complained about the absence of consultation on schedule requirements by P3 alliance members Maersk Line, MSC and CMA CGM.

“When are carriers going to start collaborating with their customers?” bemoaned Klaus Schnede, marine manager and facilities procurement of Eastman Chemical at a panel session.

And similar comments buzzed around the Hyatt Regency after-conference schmoozing cocktail parties in the evening.

Indeed, Memphis-headquartered cargo dynamics company V Alexander has seen the level of customer service from its ...