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A record-breaking heat wave is currently sweeping through Spain, Portugal, and France, creating very inclement weather conditions, not only for people, but also for temperature-sensitive commodities shipping in and out of the country. The current day time temperatures average +35°C/95°F with peaks of +40°C/104°F and even more in some areas. The heat wave is expected to last until the middle of next week then proceed north into the UK and Belgium.
In France, trains are obliged to reduce their speed as the rail tracks dilate.

Volume 5, Issue 1 of the WSSA Grapevine is now available!

Our Summer 2015 issue features the latest updates on market conditions for shipping wine and spirits, news on the most recent steamship line shuffling, a glance at the 2015 WSWA convention, exciting developments for Albatrans, and new initiatives in our service offerings.

Please note that a 24-hour strike was scheduled by port workers in Chile for this Thursday, June 18th.

This strike will affect the Port of San Antonio, but, fortunately, not Valparaiso. The strike is due to the workers’ rejection of the new labor reform law.

We will keep you informed about the development of this situation, and, as always, feel free to call or email us if you have any questions or concerns.

Don’t miss The Agriculture Transportation Coalition (AgTC)’s 27th Annual Meeting!

AgTC

When: June 24th-26th, 2015

Where: Nikko Hotel, San Francisco, California

Join WSSA’s own Alison Leavitt and participate in the annual WSSA-sponsored run/walk.

Albatrans France will be at Vinexpo 2015!

We would love to introduce you to the Albatrans France team! If you are heading to Vinexpo, please let us know! If you would like to spend a few minutes discussing export procedures, logistics, warehousing, or any other topic related to your supply chain, we will make the connection and set up a meeting. You can also contact Marilyne Faure at Albatrans France via email, m.faure@albatrans.com, or telephone +33 (0) 6 82 48 14 28.