U.S. State Restricts Public Funding for Port AutomationU.S. State Restricts Public Funding for Port Automation
A new state law in Washington will prevent two major U.S. West Coast ports from using public funds for automated[...]
Category: Logistics
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Push Asia–U.S. Ocean Freight Rates Up 29%Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Push Asia–U.S. Ocean Freight Rates Up 29%
The disruption affecting the Strait of Hormuz has been ongoing for approximately 5 weeks, impacting global supply chains. Container freight[...]
Protecting Shippers: FMC Rejects Requests to Shorten Surcharge Notice PeriodsProtecting Shippers: FMC Rejects Requests to Shorten Surcharge Notice Periods
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has denied a request from ocean carriers to shorten the mandatory notice period for rate[...]
THE IMPACT OF GEOPOLITICAL SHIFTS ON NORTH AMERICAN RAIL FREIGHT STRATEGYTHE IMPACT OF GEOPOLITICAL SHIFTS ON NORTH AMERICAN RAIL FREIGHT STRATEGY
Global geopolitical dynamics are currently reshaping North American logistics. As of March 2026, U.S. rail traffic has climbed 3.5% compared[...]
Trade & Logistics Impact: Middle East Conflict and Cargo InsuranceTrade & Logistics Impact: Middle East Conflict and Cargo Insurance
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to influence global trade flows, particularly across key maritime and air freight[...]
Navigating Tariff Refunds and New 15% Trade Measures: Implications for Importers and Global LogisticsNavigating Tariff Refunds and New 15% Trade Measures: Implications for Importers and Global Logistics
The U.S. trade environment is undergoing significant adjustments following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to strike down emergency tariffs imposed[...]