Logistics News
- How Brazil’s New Mega-Port Will Reshape Latin American ShippingBrazil has begun construction of Porto Central, Latin America’s largest container terminal, featuring 20m-deep berths for 24,000 TEU vessels. The project aims to cut logistics costs by 30%, boost Brazil’s global trade competitiveness, and create 12,000 jobsLogistics News April 17, 2025
- Port of Los Angeles Containers Fires Due to Concealed Declarations, 48 Related Containers Detained for InspectionA few days ago, the U.S. Coast Guard received reports of container fires at the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach in San Pedro Bay. The box was due to be loaded onto a vessel bound for China on March 10, and the Coast Guard has detained all of the cargo shipper's containers for inspection until they are determined to meet safety regulations. Still waiting on the dock.Logistics News March 21, 2022
- Global Shipping Updates 2026: Tariff Policies, Route Changes And Logistics DisruptionsThis 2026 global shipping update covers Mexico's new tariff policies, CMA CGM's route changes, ongoing Red Sea shipping disruptions, and key logistics trends for international traders.Logistics News April 14, 2026
- What is HS Code? A Complete Guide for International TradeLearn what HS code (Harmonized System) is, its structure, purpose and importance in customs clearance, tariffs, trade statistics and cross-border logistics.Logistics News March 27, 2026
- Warning: Strict Customs Checks at South China Ports, Shut-Out Risks RisingStrict post-clearance verifications for 9710 & 9810 cross-border e-commerce exports launch at Yantian & Nansha ports. Learn compliance rules to avoid cargo shut-out and penalties.Logistics News March 23, 2026
- Don’t Miss These Opportunities in the Europe, US, Canada & Mexico Air Freight MarketEurope-US-Canada-Mexico air freight forms a new pattern: EU carbon tax, Mexico as transit hub, & dense NA routes. 3 tips for Chinese exporters; STU offers one-stop air freight to these marketsLogistics News September 15, 2025
- 1-Year Middle East Conflict to Add $35B in Extra Fuel Costs for Container ShippingSea-Intelligence warns a year-long Hormuz Strait crisis will add $29.5–34.5B in extra fuel costs for container shipping. Carriers impose surcharges, pushing shipping rates higher for shippers.Logistics News March 19, 2026
- War Cuts Off Middle East Logistics! Supply Chains & Cross-Border E-Commerce Hit HardEscalating US-Iran conflict cripples Middle East logistics: Strait of Hormuz is virtually closed, carriers suspend services, and e-commerce platforms pause shipments. Delivery delays spike, shipping costs soar, hitting Chinese sellers and local buyers hard.Logistics News March 16, 2026
- Middle East Conflict Spills Over to Southeast Asia: Congestion Worsens at Singapore & Tanjung Pelepas Ports, Schedule Delays Up to 7 DaysHormuz Strait tensions trigger massive vessel diversions, pushing Singapore and Tanjung Pelepas port yard utilization to 90%, with delays up to 7 days. Global shipping diversions surge 360%, worsening Asian supply chain disruptions.Logistics News March 13, 2026
- CMA CGM Announces Resumption of Middle East Import & Export BookingsOn March 11, 2026, shipping giant CMA CGM issued multiple updated notices in response to changing Middle East market conditions, officially announcing the resumption of import and export cargo bookings to/from the Middle East with immediate effect.The announcement confirms all inbound and outbound bLogistics News March 12, 2026