Logistics News
- "STRATFORD" Declares General Average After Fire"STRATFORD" declares General Average after July fire. Cargo owners must provide GA guarantees to release goods. Delays expected.Logistics News August 22, 2025
- US Suddenly Imposes 50% Tariffs on $320B Steel/Aluminum Imports, Effective ImmediatelyUS slaps 50% tariffs on $320B steel/aluminum imports, effective immediately. Importers scramble as goods in transit face retroactive duties.Logistics News August 21, 2025
- Large Containership Catches Fire Mid-Voyage! Multiple Chinese Port Calls – Delays ExpectedCMA CGM J. MADISON (from China to UAE) catches fire, anchors off Malaysia. No injuries, but cargo damage undetermined. Delays expected.Logistics News August 21, 2025
- Main Channel at Baltimore Port Temporarily Closed After Coal Ship ExplosionBaltimore’s main channel closed after coal ship explosion near Key Bridge wreckage. No injuries, but supply chains face rerouting delays.Logistics News August 20, 2025
- AC & Fan Orders Soar 36.8% Amid Global HeatwavesChina’s AC/fan exports surge 36.8% as Europe sizzles. AI/solar tech, customization drive orders from EU, Africa, Dubai.Logistics News August 20, 2025
- U.S.-India Trade Talks Canceled Amid Tariff TensionsU.S.-India trade talks axed; 50% tariffs hit Aug 27. India defiant on Russian oil, while China gets temporary reprieve.Logistics News August 18, 2025
- U.S. Container Imports Hit Historic High: 262.2M TEU in July 2025U.S. imports hit 262.2M TEU (#2 all-time) as China shipments spike 44% MoM. East/Gulf ports lead (Houston +122%). Plan for holiday cargo crunch!Logistics News August 18, 2025
- Urgent Update: New U.S. CBP Inspection Rules for FCL ShipmentsNew CBP rule (Aug 25): FCL inspections must use CES-approved trucks—no self-drayage. LCL unchanged. Prepare for delays!Logistics News August 17, 2025
- Another MSC Mega Containership Seized by India!India detains MSC Palermo (15,576 TEU) over MSC Elsa 3 wreck claims—third MSC ship seized. Cargo delays likely on Himalaya Express.Logistics News August 15, 2025
- Europe's Logistics Crisis: Port Congestion & Rail Shutdown Disrupt Supply ChainsEurope’s supply chain chaos: Genoa port jammed, Berlin-Hamburg rail closed 9 months. Shippers must adjust routes now to avoid delays.Logistics News August 15, 2025