by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Apr 29, 2026 | Economic trends, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain
The Strait of Hormuz is still clogged as an ongoing conflict in Iran continues. US involvement has escalated a war between Iran and Israel in recent times. As the countries involved escalated the conflict, Iran closed most of the strait on February 28, 2026. Since...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Apr 28, 2026 | Tariffs, Economic trends, Importing
US tariffs remain a persistent issue, with President Trump threatening a 100% tariff on pharmaceuticals. Effective July 31, 17 major pharmaceutical companies will be affected by the tariff, including Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, and others. Trump also announced that a 15%...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 23, 2026 | Tariffs, Economic trends, Importing
Importers could soon be reimbursed for US imports as the CBP finalizes duty refund program for IEEPA tariffs. On February 20, the Supreme Court deemed President Trump’s International Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA) levies illegal in a 6-3 ruling. Following the ruling,...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 12, 2026 | Customs Clearance, Customs Broker, Importing
When shipping cargo internationally, understanding how to handle detained shipments is essential. A detained shipment can disrupt your supply chain, increase demurrage costs, and delay product distribution. For importers into the United States, understanding customs...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 11, 2026 | Tariffs, Economic trends, Importing
On March 5, 24 states suedes Su Trump over tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act. Following the Supreme Court’s ruling against President Trump’s IEEPA duties, Trump announced Section 122 tariffs. Section 122 allows levies up to 15% for a 150-day...
