YOU ASK, GREEN ANSWERS What Shippers Need to Know About the International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) ISPM 15 BACKGROUND When shipping internationally, wood packaging materials like pallets, crates, and dunnage made from raw wood can carry harmful pests and diseases across borders. To mitigate these risks and [...]
SECTION 321 TYPE 86 SHIPMENTS Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has identified areas for improvement in the management of low-value shipments under Section 321. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on January 14, 2025 outlines significant changes to the de minimis shipment process, specifically impacting Type 86 entries. [...]
The freight market has experienced significant shifts over recent weeks, with a noticeable improvement in space availability across major trade lanes heading into Week 3. As we approach Chinese New Year (CNY), carriers are actively seeking to secure additional volume to strengthen their rolling pools ahead of anticipated factory [...]
The project cargo industry is currently feeling optimistic due to the extensive energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects in the US. However, the uncertainty of the new presidential administration, especially for renewable energy projects, could dampen this optimism. Project cargo is the specialized transportation of large, heavy, or critical components—such [...]
WEEK 2 FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE: TENTATIVE LABOR AGREEMENT, SLOWDOWN, TARIFF RISKS, AND LUNAR NEW YEAR IMPACT U.S. PORTS As we enter the second week of 2025, the freight market is navigating a blend of factors—seasonal slowdowns, political uncertainty, and the typical start-of-year adjustments. While demand remains resilient, certain key [...]
WORK STOPPAGE AVERTED: U.S. EAST COAST AND GULF COAST PORTS REMAIN OPERATIONAL The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) announced on January 8, 2025, that they have reached a tentative agreement on all terms for a new six-year Master Contract. Both parties have agreed [...]
ILA-USMX CONTRACT DEADLINE As the January 15, 2025 labor contract deadline looms between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), concerns mount about the possibility of a strike, particularly on U.S. East and Gulf Coast trade routes. While both parties express their desire to [...]
In 2024, the freight industry faced supply chain disruptions, adapted to shifting global trade policies, and took bold steps toward environmental sustainability. Throughout the year, the supply chain was shaped by labor disputes, equipment shortages, natural disasters, and policy changes. However, the industry’s ability to pivot, adapt, and build resilience [...]
WEEK 1 FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE: A STRONG START TO 2025 EXPECTED, BUT CHALLENGES AHEAD The freight market is kicking off 2025 with strong demand and several key developments shaping how global shipping will unfold in the coming weeks. While there is a lot of momentum right now, there are [...]
On December 20, 2024, Mexico terminated a program that previously allowed U.S. apparel and textile importers to avoid paying duties by utilizing Mexican warehouses as fulfillment hubs through the Manufacturing, Maquila, and Export Services Industry (Industria Manufacturera, Maquiladora y de Servicios de Exportación) “IMMEX” program. The Mexican government’s decree, announced [...]
