U.S. to Impose 100% Tariffs on Chinese Port Equipment The United States will enforce 100% tariffs on ship-to-shore cranes, intermodal chassis, and related cargo handling equipment linked to China starting Nov. 9, according to the USTR. The move follows a Section 301 investigation into China’s maritime and logistics practices, aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese […]
Airfreight Rates Show Summer Slowdown, But Stronger Demand Looms Ahead Airfreight rates out of Hong Kong showed a quiet summer period in August, with rates to North America slightly rising to $5.29 per kg while rates to Europe saw a slight dip to $4.26 per kg. This is down year-on-year due to weaker demand and […]
Silk Way West’s Strategic Fleet Renewal: A Green Future for Air Cargo In a bold move towards sustainability, Silk Way West has taken delivery of its third Boeing 777 freighter, a key part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. As part of a five-plane order, this delivery marks a significant step in the airline’s efforts […]
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. […]
