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White House Delaying Tariffs
Tariff relief may be on the horizon for furniture shippers 📦🛋️ President Trump has announced a delay in planned tariff hikes, pushing increases on imported furniture products back until 2027.
The Government Shutdown Begins
A U.S. government shutdown is here — and shippers are bracing for impact. On October 1, Congress failed to pass a funding bill, triggering a shutdown that reached far beyond politics and into international shipping.
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.
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?
Milton Disrupting Supply Chains
Hurricane Milton severely disrupted supply chains in Florida, affecting importers and exporters nationwide. With Florida being a key entry point, the ripple effects could last for weeks.
ILA Port Strike Ends
The ILA port strike has ended after days of protests by 45,000 dockworkers from key East and Gulf Coast ports. With their contract expired and months of stalled negotiations on wages and automation, the walkouts severely impacted international shipping.
East Coast Port Protest Continuing
The ILA dockworkers have gone on strike at East and Gulf Coast ports as of October 1st, after negotiations with the U.S. Maritime Alliance stalled. They’re fighting for fair wages and protections against port automation, which threatens their jobs. As the strike continues, the impact on shipping and various industries is growing.
ILA Port Strike Beginning
After months of failed negotiations, the ILA port strike has begun. Dockworkers across East and Gulf Coast ports are protesting the end of their six-year contract with the (USMX), which expired on September 30th.
A Port Strike Is Imminent
A port strike is on the horizon as the clock ticks down to midnight on September 30th, with dockworkers from the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) preparing to walk off the job.