Transpacific ocean freight in August 2026 is entering another period of tighter capacity, increasing rate pressure and greater routing complexity. For U.S. importers moving cargo from Asia, the next several weeks deserve particular attention as blank sailings, General Rate Increases, equipment constraints and Panama Canal conditions converge ahead of September. Current market intelligence provided to Global Logistical Connections indicates that 14 blank sailings are scheduled … Read More
Transpacific Rates Are Surging: What Importers Need to Review Before Q3
Transpacific ocean freight rates are moving quickly again, and importers that are still planning against Q1 assumptions may need to revisit their Q3 strategy now. The issue is not only the base ocean rate. The current market is being shaped by early peak-season demand, carrier capacity management, blank sailings, fuel-related pressure, and new peak season surcharges. For importers moving goods from Asia into the United … Read More
25% Tariffs on Countries “Doing Business” With Iran
In mid-January 2026, multiple major outlets reported that President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff targeting any country that “does business” with Iran, described as effective immediately via a social media statement. For supply chain leaders, the headline isn’t just “a new tariff.” It’s the uncertainty: Which countries qualify? What counts as “doing business”? Will CBP publish implementation guidance? Will it stack on top of … Read More