With just days left until August 1st, when a new wave of U.S. tariffs is set to take effect, some countries have successfully struck deals with Washington to ease the impact on their exports. These agreements, along with retaliatory measures from the European Union and updates on negotiations with other key nations, signal major shifts for global supply chains. Here’s what you need to know: … Read More
Global Tariff Shake Up: Key Updates from June 2025
The Trump administration has activated a wide-reaching tariff campaign worldwide but paused key reciprocal tariffs until July 9 to allow space for negotiations with the EU and other regions. With only the UK deal finalized so far, all eyes are on whether deals with the EU, China, and Canada can be sealed in the next three weeks. US‑China Framework Takes Shape On June 10 in … Read More
Inside U.S. and Peru Trade: What Moved, What’s Next, and Why It Matters
The trade relationship between the United States and Peru is a dynamic and strategic partnership that continues to support economic growth and stability for both nations. This alliance was solidified with the United States–Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA), signed on April 12, 2006, and officially entering into force on February 1, 2009. Since then, the PTPA has significantly enhanced trade liberalization, removed tariffs on most … Read More
How to Import Goods into Colombia: Your Complete Guide
Are you looking to expand your business into the Colombian market or simply interested in importing goods to Colombia? Importing into Colombia can be straightforward if you follow the correct steps and understand the essential requirements. Here’s a practical guide to help you navigate the importation process efficiently. Step-by-Step Import Process: 1. Find a Local Importer or Register as an Importer To import goods into … Read More
Post-Election Concerns and how to be prepared
As the dust settles after the recent elections, businesses in the supply chain industry face a rapidly changing landscape. Policy shifts, tariff revisions, and international trade tensions are poised to redefine how goods move across borders. The upcoming Chinese New Year in February 2025 adds another layer of complexity, bringing seasonal disruptions to an already strained global supply chain. In this blog, we’ll explore these … Read More
Inland Container Congestion in Chicago and Dallas
Inland congestion is causing a major supply chain disruption among the nation’s busiest ports due to a severe chassis shortage, causing an influx of containers to pile up in Chicago, Dallas, Memphis and Kansas City. This is an ongoing issue, which has only been exacerbated due to an influx of inventory overflowing already full warehouses. As a result, Union Pacific Railroad (UP) has been stacking … Read More
The Future of International Air Cargo Services
What are international cargo services? Simply, international cargo refers to any goods being transported through an air carrier. Airfreight, as most call it is arguably the most valuable form of transport due to its nature. Freight transported by an air carrier is the fastest mode of transportation for international freight, and domestic freight if moving across large areas. Due to its fast nature, it’s critical … Read More
Ningbo’s Meishan Terminal Closed for the 8th Day and Counting
In what seems like a year of relentless disruptions for the international logistics sector, we are again facing another detrimental bottleneck with the recent suspension of operations at Ningbo’s Meishan terminal. The announcement came on August 10th, after a dock worker tested positive for the Delta variant.