Importing, Customs Clearance, Shipping Logistics

Importing Chocolate Into The U.S.

Thinking about importing chocolate into the U.S.? With high demand—especially during holidays like Valentine’s Day, this sweet opportunity can be lucrative! But beware: the process isn’t as simple as unwrapping a candy bar.

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Importing, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

New Steel And Aluminum Tariffs

President Trump just signed an executive order imposing a 25% tax hike on ALL steel and aluminum imports, starting March 12th. Unlike his first term, where aluminum faced a 10% tariff, this time it’s up 15% higher!

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Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics

Trump Imposes New Import Tariffs

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to enforce new import tariffs on top U.S. trading partners. While Mexico and Canada’s tariffs have been postponed, China’s tariffs took effect.

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Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Shipping During China’s New Year

Planning to ship during Chinese New Year? Here’s what you need to know! While it’s a time of joy and tradition in China, it’s also a challenging period for global shipping.

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Importing, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

U.S. Retail Imports Surging

U.S. Retail Imports Are Soaring! Shippers are rushing to avoid freight tariffs and potential port protests, driving this surge.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

ILA And USMX Reach An Agreement

Big news for the shipping industry! The ILA and USMX reached a breakthrough agreement just days before the January 15th contract deadline, averting a major port strike.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

Port Labor Talks Are Resuming

With the January 15th deadline looming, dockworkers and employers are back at the table. The ILA is pushing for fair wages and fighting port automation.

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Economic trends, 3PL, Shipping Logistics

Trump Wants The Panama Canal

🌎 Trump says the U.S. should reclaim the Panama Canal over rising fees caused by drought. With the U.S. as the canal’s top user, tensions could rise. How will this impact international shipping.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

ILA Strike Happening in January

🚢⚠️ With the January 15, 2025, ILA contract extension deadline approaching, U.S. seaports face uncertainty. Past strikes over wages and port automation brought temporary agreements, but what’s next for domestic and international shipping?

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Air Freight, Freight Forwarding, Shipping Logistics, Warehousing

¿Cómo almacenar carga sobredimensionada?

📦🚚 ¿Sabías que el cargamento sobredimensionado es mucho más común de lo que parece? Equipos grandes como vigas de construcción y tractores, que superan los límites de tamaño y peso, requieren un manejo especial. ¡Descubre más sobre las regulaciones y cómo se clasifican estas cargas! 👇
#CargamentoSobredimensionado #Logística #TransporteEspecializado #CargaPesada #Regulaciones

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