Article List
- Why Major Shipping Lines Are Imposing $2,000 Peak Surcharges in May 2025Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, and CMA CGM announced new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) of up to $2,000 per container on key routes from Asia to North/Latin America, citing tariff-driven market volatility. SCFI data shows US trade lane rates dropping 4.8% as shippers halt bookings.Marketing Info update April 21, 2025
- How the US Plans to Counter China’s Shipping Dominance with New FeesThe US will impose fees of up to $50/net ton on China-built/owned vessels calling at American ports, following a Section 301 investigation. Revenue will fund the revival of the US shipbuilding industry, with LNG carrier restrictions phased in by 2028.Marketing Info update April 18, 2025
- How CMA CGM is Expanding Its Footprint in Egypt with Strategic Dry Port AcquisitionDuring French President Macron’s visit to Egypt, CMA CGM announced the acquisition of a 35% stake in October Dry Port, strengthening its logistics network. The move complements its existing operations in Alexandria and the upcoming Sokhna terminal.Logistics News April 17, 2025
- 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
- What is Causing the Sudden 64% Drop in U.S. Shipping Orders?U.S. container bookings plummet 64% as Trump's tariffs trigger 'trade freeze.' China retaliatory measures coincide with 49% drop in orders, hitting apparel (-59%) and textiles (-57%). Farmers warn of bankruptcy risks amid trade war escalation.
- How Transshipment Trade Helps Counter U.S. Tariffs on Chinese GoodsTransshipment via ASEAN helps Chinese exporters bypass U.S. tariffs (e.g., 216% furniture duties) by rerouting goods through Malaysia/Thailand with new origin docs, cutting costs legally under WTO rules.Blog April 14, 2025
- Breaking: US Tariffs on Chinese Goods Soar to 145% - Shipments Plunge, Cargo Abandoned!Key UpdatesNew Tariff Rate: 145% (125% "reciprocal tariff" + 20% existing fentanyl-related duties)Effective Immediately: Applies to all Chinese imports, retroactive to shipments not cleared by May 27.Global Impact: US grants 90-day tariff pause for 75 trading partners (rate cut to 10%), but singlesLogistics News April 11, 2025
- Tariff Storm Hits US Trade Routes: 40% Cargo Halted, Cross-Border E-Commerce Shipments Plunge 50%Trump’s retaliatory tariffs have disrupted 35–40% of China-US shipments and 30% of Vietnam-US cargo, with e-commerce volumes halved. Carriers hold rates steady but cut sailings, forecasting 10%+ annual volume drop. A pre-tariff rush (for goods shipped before April 9) offers brief relief, but long-term contracts face renegotiation as spot rates dip below $2,300/FEU to the US West Coast.
- UN Approved Packaging - How to Label of Dangerous GoodsLabel all dangerous goods on one side of the UN packing: Ensure that all labels and markings for dangerous goods, are on one side of the package.....Blog December 07, 2022
- Comprehensive Guide to International Air Freight (Save & Learn)This guide details air freight’s cost structure (fuel, AWB fees), key terms (AWB, CIF), and volumetric rules. Hong Kong’s hub advantages and 8 quote factors (weight, packaging, etc.) are highlighted for logistics planners.Blog April 09, 2025