The air cargo industry is bracing for potential disruptions as stakeholders await updates on global tariffs from the US, creating uncertainty about the impact on the sector. Yesterday, the White House saw a flurry of activity as President Donald Trump announced executive orders imposing additional tariffs: a 10% increase on imports from China, a 25% […]
Read MoreThe Trump administration is considering new tariffs aimed at the container shipping industry, proposing steep port usage fees on Chinese-built and Chinese-operated vessels calling at U.S. ports. Additionally, U.S. exporters may face rising costs under a separate proposal requiring an increasing share of exports to be transported on American ships. If enacted, these measures could […]
Read MoreIn a move that could reshape U.S. trade policy, President Donald Trump announced on Thursday, February 13, a sweeping investigation aimed at assessing and potentially imposing reciprocal tariffs on foreign nations that maintain higher import duties on American goods. The initiative, which the administration describes as a step toward tariff equivalency, is designed to address […]
Read MoreThe U.S. government has temporarily reinstated the de minimis exemption, which allows packages valued under $800 to be imported duty-free, reversing an earlier decision that had disrupted international parcel shipments. According to a statement from the White House, the exemption will remain in place while authorities establish systems to efficiently process and collect tariffs on […]
Read MoreThe Trump administration’s 2025 decision to eliminate the de minimis exemption for Chinese goods has had a significant impact on B2B sourcing. This policy shift is part of a broader trade initiative aimed at curbing unfair trade practices and preventing the flow of illicit goods, particularly fentanyl, into the U.S. The move affects businesses that […]
Read MoreDespite concerns that tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China would take effect on February 4, additional tariffs for Canada and Mexico have been delayed until at least March 1. In the meantime, the Federal Register notice for China, as well as the Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS) directives from Customs and Border Protection (CBP), have […]
Read MoreThe air cargo sector is bracing for a potential decline in demand for US-bound services following the introduction of new tariffs by the United States, which are expected to impact import volumes significantly. US President Donald Trump has ignited fresh economic tensions by imposing an additional 25% tariff on all imports from Canada, though it […]
Read MoreThe air cargo sector must learn to “embrace volatility,” according to industry analysts who spoke at the World Cargo Summit in Ostend on January 28. Experts highlighted both the strong tailwinds driving growth and the significant headwinds threatening disruption. Ludwig Hausmann, senior partner at consulting firm McKinsey & Co, underscored the industry’s rapid expansion, citing […]
Read MoreWith the potential implementation of 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada looming, many businesses are seeking guidance on how to navigate the resulting supply chain disruptions. A recent webinar hosted by global supply chain provider Kuehne + Nagel highlighted this growing concern. The webinar, titled “Navigating Unprecedented Global Trade Disruptions,” took place on […]
Read MorePresident Trump released his memorandum on an America First Trade Policy that did not immediately result in “day one” additional tariffs on any country, but it is a top-to-bottom review of every possible action the U.S. could take against a country that is trading unfairly or burdening U.S. commerce based on existing laws. A […]
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