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After China Tariff Pause, How High Will Rates Go
On 11 May, businesses were caught in a tariff limbo amid dramatic decreases in container shipping demand on the major trade from China to the US. The fact there is
NCBFAA Highlights Potential Harm of Proposed Tariffs on Cargo-Handling Equipment from China
NCBFAA in comments submitted today, May 19, to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) expressed serious concerns that imposing 20 percent to 100 percent additional duties on certain
U.S.-UK Trade Deal: What Importers Need to Know
On May 8, 2025, the United States and the United Kingdom signed a new trade deal that makes importing and exporting goods easier for businesses like yours. This agreement, announced
U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Tariff Reduction, Easing Trade Tensions
U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Tariff Reduction, Easing Trade Tensions On May 11, 2025, the United States and China announced a significant but temporary trade agreement aimed at de-escalating
US-China Costs are plummeting, can blank sailings stabilize the market?
Trends in US-bound trades The current stability in U.S.-bound rates comes after substantial drops since the beginning of the year. Average spot rates on these routes have decreased by 52%
Demystifying the Tariff Turmoil
Demystifying the Tariff Turmoil The world of tariffs can feel like a maze for importers, with new rules, acronyms, and rates popping up seemingly overnight. In 2025, the U.S. tariff
CTPAT Business Partner Outreach
WHAT IS CTPAT? CTPAT is a voluntary, joint government/business initiative to build cooperative relationships that strengthen and secure the overall supply chain and border security.