Opportunities for Air Cargo Amid a Tough Outlook Despite the challenges facing air cargo—such as shifting trade policies and rising tariffs—industry experts are optimistic about opportunities. Neel Jones Shah of The Boston Consulting Group believes that while the peak season volumes may dip due to new tariffs and the ending of the de minimis exemption, […]
Riyadh Air partners with SATS for cargo handling Riyadh Air has tapped SATS Saudi Arabia to handle cargo operations across its growing network, starting with King Khalid International (RUH), King Fahd International (DMM), and King Abdulaziz International (JED) airports. The five-year agreement includes a comprehensive approach, with SATS providing cutting-edge cargo handling capabilities, including specialized […]
The end of the de minimis exemption is more than a shipping headache—it’s a structural shock to global logistics. Postal carriers across Europe and Asia are not just pausing U.S. deliveries—they’re scrambling to rebuild customs data flows and compliance software overnight. Small sellers, long reliant on duty-free postal shipping, now face decisions: warehouse locally, absorb […]
For the first time in decades, U.S. container imports are showing a decline that breaks history. July’s numbers looked like a rebound — up 3.2% year-on-year — but analysts warn it was only frontloading before new tariffs hit in August. The truth is in the trendline: six months of steady declines, with forecasts pointing to […]
USPS is expanding its network right before peak season. The Postal Service just announced 11 new Sorting & Delivery Centers will open before the holidays — 10 on Sept. 6 and another in October. New hubs include Baltimore, Charlotte, Sioux Falls, Springfield, Texarkana, and more. These large facilities consolidate delivery work into fewer, bigger sites, […]
President Trump announced a federal probe into furniture imports, with new tariffs set to arrive in the next 50 days. Rates aren’t yet defined, but the move follows recent levies on appliances made of steel and aluminum. The U.S. imported nearly $28B in furniture last year from countries like Vietnam, China, Malaysia, and Canada. Analysts […]
A new trade era between the US and EU is here! The United States and the European Union just formalized a framework trade agreement. Starting soon, a 15% tariff will apply to many EU imports, including cars, auto parts, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. This deal brings predictability for companies, stability for markets, and security for jobs. […]
🚨 Major shift in North American trade you can’t miss. Starting Sept. 1, Canada will scale back its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports. Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that goods compliant with the USMCA will move tariff-free — covering about 85% of U.S.–Canada trade. But there’s a catch: steel, aluminum, and autos stay under heavy […]
Amazon just confirmed that its peak season fulfillment fees will match last year’s rates from Oct. 15, 2025, to Jan. 14, 2026. This applies to FBA, Remote Fulfillment in Canada & Mexico, Multi-Channel Fulfillment, and Buy with Prime. Product size and weight still influence the fees — for example, a T-shirt rises from $4.67 → […]
