21 Jun 2025

U.S. Import Surge Sparks Record Asian Exports Ahead of New Tariff Threats

American companies rushed to import goods from Asia in May, triggering record-setting export figures from Vietnam, Taiwan, and Thailand as they moved to beat a looming deadline for new U.S. tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump. The surge in shipments—driven by fears of steep “reciprocal” tariffs that could take effect in early July—has upended normal […]

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19 Jun 2025

Dock Deals and Trade Disputes

Import duties imposed by the Trump administration have caused well-documented disruptions to container services, but what is less often reported is the impact these taxes are having on U.S. ports and terminals. In May 2024, the Biden administration imposed a 25% tariff on ship-to-shore (STS) cranes. More recently, former President Trump has floated the idea […]

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29 May 2025

Air Cargo Soars in April on Tariff Rush, Retail Demand, and Falling Fuel Costs

Global air cargo demand continued its upward trend in April, driven by seasonal shipments, pre-tariff front-loading, and falling fuel prices. However, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has cautioned that evolving trade dynamics—particularly in the U.S.—may impact demand in the months ahead. According to IATA’s latest Air Cargo Market Analysis, total air cargo demand, measured […]

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28 May 2025

Court Overturns Trump Tariffs, Shaking Up Global Shipping and Import Plans

A U.S. trade court has overturned former President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on global imports, offering some clarity after months of shipping disruptions—but also triggering new concerns for importers. On Wednesday, the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that Trump exceeded his authority by using emergency powers to impose a blanket 10% tariff on most […]

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13 May 2025

U.S. Slashes China Tariffs for 90 Days

Following a trade de-escalation agreement between the United States and China announced on Monday, May 12, the White House released an Executive Order outlining how the temporary tariff suspension will be implemented. The order addresses ad valorem duty rates, tariff classifications, and de minimis thresholds affecting goods imported from China and Hong Kong. Key Provisions […]

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29 Apr 2025

Record-Breaking March for Air Cargo Fueled by Pre-Tariff Frontloading

Air cargo demand rebounded in March, driven in part by businesses accelerating shipments ahead of anticipated U.S. tariff changes. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), global airfreight demand, measured in cargo tonne kilometers (CTK), rose 4.4% compared to the same month last year. Capacity also increased by 4.3%, while the cargo load factor […]

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23 Apr 2025

Full Steam Ahead or Dead in the Water?

A renewed push to revive US commercial shipbuilding is stirring debate, following the Biden administration’s decision—carried over from a Trump-era stance—to levy steep fines on Chinese-built and Chinese-owned vessels. Announced on April 17 by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the policy aims to send a “demand signal for US-built ships,” according […]

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16 Apr 2025

China Trade Tensions Threaten US Defense Firms’ Rare Earth Supply, Analysts Warn

America’s advanced weapons manufacturers are facing a looming shortage of critical rare-earth minerals, largely due to new export licensing restrictions imposed by China. The move, a response to rising trade tensions under former President Donald Trump’s administration, threatens to disrupt supply chains essential to the U.S. defense and aerospace sectors. According to the Center for […]

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20 Mar 2025

AI and Digital Transformation: The Key to a Resilient Supply Chain in Modern Logistics

In today’s fast-paced logistics landscape, uncertainty has become the norm. Shippers and carriers must constantly adapt to challenges such as labor shortages, yard delays, external disruptions, and unpredictable route planning. These obstacles force frequent last-minute changes, making resilience and adaptability critical for maintaining efficient operations. Logistics professionals face mounting challenges, from geopolitical tensions and environmental […]

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