NEWARK, N.J., March 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Journal of Commerce (JOC) will host a free webcast on Friday, March 25 at 1 p.m. ET, to discuss the impact of the devastating earthquake, tsunami and nuclear troubles on trade between the U.S. and Japan, as well as its impact on global supply chains in the automobile, electronics and agriculture industries.
At the forefront of global trade and logistics information since 1827, The Journal of Commerce brings its rich history and knowledge of the industry backed by PIERS comprehensive U.S. waterborne trade intelligence. The program will be moderated by Chris Brooks, Managing Editor, for The Journal of Commerce. Panelists for the webcast include Mario Moreno, Economist, JOC/PIERS; Jim Rice, Deputy Director, Center for Transportation and Logistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and Bruce Arntzen, Senior Research Director, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
To access the free, live webcast, register here. If you're unable to make the live time, this webcast will be available on-demand beginning March 29. Your registration confirms you will receive a notification email when archive access opens. A replay is available on demand for view at a later time for up to a year.
About The Journal of Commerce: Since 1827, The Journal of Commerce has been the most trusted source of intelligence for international logistics executives to help them plan global supply chains and better manage day-to-day transportation of goods and commodities in the United States and internationally.
To view daily news visit www.joc.com. For all media enquires, including article reprints, please contact Editorial Director Paul Page.
To become a member of The Journal of Commerce click here. JOC members have access to our weekly print and digital magazine and Web site, as well as a 10% discount on all JOC events and trade shows, UBM Global Trade Directories and select PIERS products. Authoritative editorial content in the form of daily news, weekly analysis and regular features ensure our members have the information and data necessary to understand the issues facing trucking, rail and maritime transportation. Members enjoy access to "By the Numbers," an exclusive weekly compilation of key industry statistics that provides detailed views of current market trends across all modes. Regular market intelligence reports -- utilizing PIERS trade data -- include Top 100 Imports and Exporters, quarterly Top 40 Container lines, Trans-Pacific and Trans-Atlantic Maritime Forecasts and Top Container Ports and Terminals. Market-sector supplements, including Breakbulk, Cool Cargoes, 3PL, JOC Guide to Trucking and others, ensure all modes are comprehensively covered.
About PIERS - PIERS is the global import and export information service that provides powerful tools and data for measuring markets, analyzing competition and uncovering opportunities. Launched more than 35 years ago, PIERS was the first venture in digital global trade intelligence and quickly became the industry standard for accuracy, reliability and insight. Thousands of subscribers from public and private businesses, trade associations and governments around the world rely on PIERS to guide their global business strategies. PIERS is a division of UBM Global Trade, and a sister company of The Journal of Commerce. For more information, visit www.piers.com , or call 800-952-3839 (+1-973-776-8660).
About UBM Global Trade - UBM Global Trade is the leading provider of proprietary data, news, business intelligence and analytical content supporting commercial maritime, rail, trucking, warehousing and logistics industries worldwide. The company's portfolio of more than 100 online, print and interactive workflow business solutions includes The Journal of Commerce, Breakbulk, RailResource, PIERS and an array of international trade and transportation databases and directories. UBM Global Trade, a subsidiary of United Business Media Limited, is headquartered in Newark, NJ, with offices throughout the United States. For more information, explore www.ubmglobaltrade.com or call 800-223-0243 (+1-973-848-7250 outside the U.S. or Canada).
At the forefront of global trade and logistics information since 1827, The Journal of Commerce brings its rich history and knowledge of the industry backed by PIERS comprehensive U.S. waterborne trade intelligence. The program will be moderated by Chris Brooks, Managing Editor, for The Journal of Commerce. Panelists for the webcast include Mario Moreno, Economist, JOC/PIERS; Jim Rice, Deputy Director, Center for Transportation and Logistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and Bruce Arntzen, Senior Research Director, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
To access the free, live webcast, register here. If you're unable to make the live time, this webcast will be available on-demand beginning March 29. Your registration confirms you will receive a notification email when archive access opens. A replay is available on demand for view at a later time for up to a year.
About The Journal of Commerce: Since 1827, The Journal of Commerce has been the most trusted source of intelligence for international logistics executives to help them plan global supply chains and better manage day-to-day transportation of goods and commodities in the United States and internationally.
To view daily news visit www.joc.com. For all media enquires, including article reprints, please contact Editorial Director Paul Page.
To become a member of The Journal of Commerce click here. JOC members have access to our weekly print and digital magazine and Web site, as well as a 10% discount on all JOC events and trade shows, UBM Global Trade Directories and select PIERS products. Authoritative editorial content in the form of daily news, weekly analysis and regular features ensure our members have the information and data necessary to understand the issues facing trucking, rail and maritime transportation. Members enjoy access to "By the Numbers," an exclusive weekly compilation of key industry statistics that provides detailed views of current market trends across all modes. Regular market intelligence reports -- utilizing PIERS trade data -- include Top 100 Imports and Exporters, quarterly Top 40 Container lines, Trans-Pacific and Trans-Atlantic Maritime Forecasts and Top Container Ports and Terminals. Market-sector supplements, including Breakbulk, Cool Cargoes, 3PL, JOC Guide to Trucking and others, ensure all modes are comprehensively covered.
About PIERS - PIERS is the global import and export information service that provides powerful tools and data for measuring markets, analyzing competition and uncovering opportunities. Launched more than 35 years ago, PIERS was the first venture in digital global trade intelligence and quickly became the industry standard for accuracy, reliability and insight. Thousands of subscribers from public and private businesses, trade associations and governments around the world rely on PIERS to guide their global business strategies. PIERS is a division of UBM Global Trade, and a sister company of The Journal of Commerce. For more information, visit www.piers.com , or call 800-952-3839 (+1-973-776-8660).
About UBM Global Trade - UBM Global Trade is the leading provider of proprietary data, news, business intelligence and analytical content supporting commercial maritime, rail, trucking, warehousing and logistics industries worldwide. The company's portfolio of more than 100 online, print and interactive workflow business solutions includes The Journal of Commerce, Breakbulk, RailResource, PIERS and an array of international trade and transportation databases and directories. UBM Global Trade, a subsidiary of United Business Media Limited, is headquartered in Newark, NJ, with offices throughout the United States. For more information, explore www.ubmglobaltrade.com or call 800-223-0243 (+1-973-848-7250 outside the U.S. or Canada).
