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Join the conversation as we explore current events impacting the international freight market. From capacity crunches to legislative impacts, Green gives you deep insights for big freight decisions.
SURGE IN DE MINIMIS SHIPMENTS BRINGS RISK: ILLICIT AND UNSAFE GOODS
De minimis shipments, valued at $800 or less, have surged in recent years, largely due to the rapid expansion of e-commerce. These shipments now account for 92% of U.S. imports, with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processing approximately 4 million daily—up from 2.8 million the previous year. While this [...]
THE NEW ADMINISTRATION – FREE TRADE AGREEMENT AND TARIFF OUTLOOK
As the new administration takes office, one of the most closely watched areas of economic policy is the potential shift in trade strategies—particularly when it comes to tariffs and free trade agreements. With the global economy still navigating the after-effects of the pandemic, supply chain challenges, and evolving geopolitical [...]
PORT LABOR CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS STALEMATE AMID AUTOMATION DISPUTE ON U.S. EAST COAST, LEGAL CHALLENGES IN CANADA
Labor negotiations across North American ports are facing critical challenges, with disputes over automation on the U.S. East Coast and government-mandated arbitration in Canada sparking intense resistance among longshore unions. Both the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) in the U.S. and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 514 in [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 46 | 2024
In Week 46, the Canada labor action continues to disrupt operations at British Columbia’s major ports, halting vessel, rail, and truck activities at Vancouver, Prince Rupert, and Fraser-Surrey. Meanwhile, transpacific trade sees notable market shifts, with the U.S. West Coast saw ample space availability and reductions, while the East [...]
EPA FUNDS ZERO-EMISSION PORT PROJECTS WITH $3 BILLION CLEAN PORTS INITIATIVE
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded nearly $3 billion in grants through its Clean Ports Program, a major initiative funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, to support zero-emission port equipment, infrastructure, and climate-focused planning at ports across 27 states and territories. The new funding builds on the [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 45 | 2024
Week 45 of the freight market finds labor action in Canada creating port congestion and rail operations impacting North America. SPECIAL EDITION: CANADA PORT WORKER LABOR ACTION SUPPLY CHAIN IMPACT The union representing longshoremen at the Port of Montreal (CUPE 375) went [...]
2024 ZEMBA RFI INSIGHTS: PATH TO ZERO EMISSION OCEAN SHIPPING
ZEMBA RFI REPORT As more companies and governing agencies seek to reduce GHG emissions, the ocean shipping industry faces the challenge of reducing emissions. The sector, responsible for approximately 2-3% of global greenhouse gas emissions, to decarbonize, has an array of e-fuel solutions now under consideration. To accelerate this [...]
GREEN WORLDWIDE SHIPPING ANNOUNCES Q3 2024 TREES DONATION
Green Worldwide Shipping® (Green) believes in the power of collaboration to create a sustainable future. As part of this ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility, Green is pleased to announce a donation of 25,900 trees to Trees for the Future (TREES) for Q3 2024. THE GREEN TREES PROGRAM Since launching [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 44 | 2024
In Week 44 of 2024, the freight market faces compounded disruptions as dock workers at the Port of Montreal prepare to launch an unlimited strike, adding pressure to a global logistics network already stretched thin. Meanwhile, persistent equipment shortages and prolonged dwell [...]
USITC FINDS NO INJURY FROM IMPORTED ALUMINUM EXTRUSIONS, ENDS INVESTIGATION WITHOUT NEW DUTIES
On Wednesday, October 30th, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced its decision that aluminum extrusions imported from China, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam do not harm U.S. industry. This determination comes after a thorough investigation initiated over [...]
PROTECTING U.S. CARS: AUTO INDUSTRY WEIGHS IN ON BIS SUPPLY CHAIN REGULATIONS
In response to the Bureau of Industry and Security's (BIS) recent proposal to enforce stricter tracking and reporting on the origins of connected vehicle supply chains—aimed at phasing out Chinese components by 2027—automotive, chipmaking, and various business groups have raised some significant concerns. Nearly 100 public comments were submitted before [...]
DEMAND SURGE IN AIR CARGO TO EUROPE
Demand for air cargo from Asia to Europe surged sharply in October, with e-commerce growth offsetting the usual lull following China’s Golden Week. This unexpected demand boost shifts from typical seasonal patterns, signaling strong volume momentum driven by factors like increased online shopping promotions and new product launches. The early [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 43 | 2024
In Week 43, the freight market sees significant U.S. rail congestion, with Los Angeles/Long Beach containers averaging 10-day dwell times and off-dock cargo facing even longer delays. Inland hubs like Chicago and Dallas are also congested due to a railcar shortage, prompting [...]
ILA PUBLISHES USMX CONTRACT EXTENSION OBJECTIVES
ILA CONTRACT RENEWAL OBJECTIVES In a recent letter to ILA members, ILA leadership outlined the current contract negotiations with the USMX. The letter further explains that ILA leadership chose not to sign USMX's contract offer that included a 61% wage increase due to a no-strike clause in the contract that [...]
RAIL CONTAINER DWELL TIMES SURGE AT LA-LB PORTS
In September, rail container dwell times at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach hit a two-year high. This spike coincided with record import volumes from Asia, largely because retailers began diverting cargo from U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports in preparation for the ILA longshore strike. While truck [...]
SECTION 301: U.S. TRADE PORTAL OPENS FOR INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY EXCLUSIONS
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has introduced a new portal for businesses to submit exclusion requests for industrial machinery outside the solar sector. This initiative follows recent changes to the Section 301 action on Chinese imports. INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY SECTION 301 EXCLUSIONS While the updated regulations automatically grant exclusions [...]
latest publications
Join the conversation as we explore current events impacting the international freight market. From capacity crunches to legislative impacts, Green gives you deep insights for big freight decisions.
SURGE IN DE MINIMIS SHIPMENTS BRINGS RISK: ILLICIT AND UNSAFE GOODS
De minimis shipments, valued at $800 or less, have surged in recent years, largely due to the rapid expansion of [...]
THE NEW ADMINISTRATION – FREE TRADE AGREEMENT AND TARIFF OUTLOOK
As the new administration takes office, one of the most closely watched areas of economic policy is the potential [...]
PORT LABOR CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS STALEMATE AMID AUTOMATION DISPUTE ON U.S. EAST COAST, LEGAL CHALLENGES IN CANADA
Labor negotiations across North American ports are facing critical challenges, with disputes over automation on the U.S. East Coast and [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 46 | 2024
In Week 46, the Canada labor action continues to disrupt operations at British Columbia’s major ports, halting vessel, rail, [...]
EPA FUNDS ZERO-EMISSION PORT PROJECTS WITH $3 BILLION CLEAN PORTS INITIATIVE
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded nearly $3 billion in grants through its Clean Ports Program, a [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 45 | 2024
Week 45 of the freight market finds labor action in Canada creating [...]
2024 ZEMBA RFI INSIGHTS: PATH TO ZERO EMISSION OCEAN SHIPPING
ZEMBA RFI REPORT As more companies and governing agencies seek to reduce GHG emissions, the ocean shipping industry faces [...]
GREEN WORLDWIDE SHIPPING ANNOUNCES Q3 2024 TREES DONATION
Green Worldwide Shipping® (Green) believes in the power of collaboration to create a sustainable future. As part of this [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 44 | 2024
In Week 44 of 2024, the freight market faces compounded disruptions as [...]
USITC FINDS NO INJURY FROM IMPORTED ALUMINUM EXTRUSIONS, ENDS INVESTIGATION WITHOUT NEW DUTIES
On Wednesday, October 30th, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced its decision that aluminum extrusions imported from China, Colombia, [...]
PROTECTING U.S. CARS: AUTO INDUSTRY WEIGHS IN ON BIS SUPPLY CHAIN REGULATIONS
In response to the Bureau of Industry and Security's (BIS) recent proposal to enforce stricter tracking and reporting on the [...]
DEMAND SURGE IN AIR CARGO TO EUROPE
Demand for air cargo from Asia to Europe surged sharply in October, with e-commerce growth offsetting the usual lull following [...]
FREIGHT MARKET UPDATE | WEEK 43 | 2024
In Week 43, the freight market sees significant U.S. rail congestion, with [...]
ILA PUBLISHES USMX CONTRACT EXTENSION OBJECTIVES
ILA CONTRACT RENEWAL OBJECTIVES In a recent letter to ILA members, ILA leadership outlined the current contract negotiations with the [...]
RAIL CONTAINER DWELL TIMES SURGE AT LA-LB PORTS
In September, rail container dwell times at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach hit a two-year high. This [...]
SECTION 301: U.S. TRADE PORTAL OPENS FOR INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY EXCLUSIONS
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has introduced a new portal for businesses to submit exclusion requests for industrial [...]
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