by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 20, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics
Shippers may soon face higher costs as the Panama Canal fees continue to rise. Over the last few months, various scenarios have driven transit fees higher. Major carrier companies have begun raising their Panama Canal Surcharge from $100 per TEU to $130 and nearly...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jul 30, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Tariffs
Tariffs remain an issue in the US, with President Trump’s new tariffs facing lawsuits. Following the expiration of Trump’s Section 122 tariffs, the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) imposed new tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Starting...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jul 23, 2026 | Economic trends, Shipping Logistics, Tariffs
Tariffs on imports into the US remain a constant issue, with President Trump continuing to impose tariffs on various countries. On July 15, the Trump Administration announced a 25% tariff on numerous imports from Brazil. The levies will be effective on July 24...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jul 16, 2026 | Economic trends, Shipping Logistics, Transportation
Understanding what green shipping is beneficial when moving cargo internationally. Green shipping is the transportation of goods while minimizing the global environmental impact. The shipping industry does this by integrating more sustainable practices, cleaner...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jun 25, 2026 | Customs Broker, Economic trends, Freight Forwarding
International and domestic shipping could soon see new regulations reshaping logistics industry compliance. In the last few months, two regulatory decisions have impacted five major sectors of the logistics industry. These include freight brokers, freight forwarders,...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jun 18, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain
The US and Iran reach a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz following months of tension between the nations. On June 14, President Trump announced that the countries reached an agreement to end the war that closed the strait. Although Trump has not yet released the full...
