With unresolved talks between the International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), a potential strike on October 1st is looming. If no agreement is reached, East and Gulf Coast ports could shut down, disrupting international trade and impacting the U.S. economy.
CBP Are Tightening E-Commerce
The CBP is cracking down on low-value e-commerce imports to prevent shippers from exploiting the de minimis rule.
Shipping In The Mississippi River
Shipping in the Mississippi River is vital to the U.S. economy, bringing in over $405 billion annually.