From February 1st, the United States will impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, setting off a new wave of uncertainty for the North American supply chain. With this new measure, multiple questions about how businesses will navigate the coming changes are emerging. President Trump’s announcement has raised numerous concerns, leaving industry stakeholders scrambling to clarify everything from logistics to compliance. The … Read More
No Strike on the Horizon: ILA and USMX Reach Agreement
The new year is off to a promising start for America’s ports and the global supply chain. On January 8, 2025, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) announced they had reached a tentative six-year master contract agreement—effectively averting a strike that could have disrupted shipping operations across the East and Gulf coasts. What Does the Agreement Mean? No Immediate … Read More