Overcapacity May Shape Ocean Freight Markets in Coming Years
Overcapacity could become a dominant force shaping ocean freight services over the next few years, as ship orders continue to surge.
The Court Case That Could Reshape US Tariffs and Global Trade
A US appeals court ruling could be about to undo President Trump’s tariff and trade deal strategy by effectively overturning the work that his administration…
Supply Chain Risk: The Rising Threat of Fires On Cargo Vessels
Fires on cargo ships have become an increasingly serious threat to global supply chains, with recent incidents underscoring the risks faced by vessels, crews,…
New French VAT Rules To Impact DDP Shipments From January
From 1 January 2026, France will introduce new requirements for businesses importing goods under Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) terms via Regime 42.
Trump Closes De Minimis Loophole For Global E-Commerce
Just last week we reported news of a legal loophole in the US postal system being used to avoid paying duty on low value shipments. That loophole is now being…
Loophole Allows Workaround Of US Ecommerce Rule For Chinese Exports
According to a report in The Loadstar, Chinese exporters are using a seemingly legal customs loophole in the US postal system to workaround new regulations and…
New ICS2 Regulations for EU Shipments Incoming From September
Starting September 1st, all road and rail shipments entering or transiting through the EU will be subject to new safety and security regulations under ICS2 —…
Transpacific: US Enters New Deals with Asian Nations Amid Tariff Shifts
After an initial surge in transpacific ocean freight volumes, demand on the tradelane has levelled off, but trade deals with a number of Asian countries have…
Decline In Chinese Shipbuilding Orders As USTR Port Fees Loom
The first half of 2025 has witnessed a notable decline in new shipbuilding orders in China, a trend that can be directly linked to the upcoming USTR port fees.…
New Safety Protocols for Shipping Battery-Powered Goods by Sea
The shipping industry is tightening protocols for transporting battery-powered goods by sea in response to recent fire incidents on vessels.
US Implement Tariffs On 14 Countries, Ranging From 25% To 40%
With the deadline for the Liberation Day tariff postponement set to expire on July 9th, President Donald Trump has shifted gears, unveiling new tariffs on 14…
Persistent Port Congestion Challenges Global Trade Flow
Port congestion at major container terminals worldwide is expected to persist well into the peak season, continuing to cause disruption and delays.
Transpacific Rates May Have Peaked as Demand Appears To Level Out
Transpacific ocean freight rates may have reached their peak as demand appears to be levelling off following a surge in volumes.
Uncertainty Over Fuel Surcharges As Iran-Israel Ceasefire
Despite a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, tensions remain high, leading to increased volatility in oil prices.