CMA CGM enhances Asia-Mexico-South America West Coast services with new Chile direct calls, optimized rotations, and 3 dedicated MAYA feeder loops, cutting transit times for perishables and boosting connectivity to 12+ key ports.
The UK's 2-year suspension of tariffs on 89 imports (from pasta to plywood) unlocks ¡ê17M annual savings, with Chinese juice, plastics & seafood processing sectors poised to gain 8-10% competitive edges. This analysis reveals winning logistics strategies.
Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen warns that aggressive US tariffs on Chinese imports may force "millions" of American SMBs into bankruptcy by 2025, citing a 35-50% drop in China-origin shipping orders. The policy risks triggering a $1 trillion economic shock and Chinese vertical integration of failed brands.
Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, and CMA CGM announced new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) of up to $2,000 per container on key routes from Asia to North/Latin America, citing tariff-driven market volatility. SCFI data shows US trade lane rates dropping 4.8% as shippers halt bookings.
The US will impose fees of up to $50/net ton on China-built/owned vessels calling at American ports, following a Section 301 investigation. Revenue will fund the revival of the US shipbuilding industry, with LNG carrier restrictions phased in by 2028.
Maersk will implement Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) of 1,000?2,000 per container from select Far East regions to North America starting May 15, excluding Mainland China/Hong Kong. The move comes as US tariff uncertainty triggers a global container crunch.
During French President Macron¡¯s visit to Egypt, CMA CGM announced the acquisition of a 35% stake in October Dry Port, strengthening its logistics network. The move complements its existing operations in Alexandria and the upcoming Sokhna terminal.
Brazil has begun construction of Porto Central, Latin America¡¯s largest container terminal, featuring 20m-deep berths for 24,000 TEU vessels. The project aims to cut logistics costs by 30%, boost Brazil¡¯s global trade competitiveness, and create 12,000 jobs
U.S. container bookings plummet 64% as Trump's tariffs trigger 'trade freeze.' China retaliatory measures coincide with 49% drop in orders, hitting apparel (-59%) and textiles (-57%). Farmers warn of bankruptcy risks amid trade war escalation.
Transshipment via ASEAN helps Chinese exporters bypass U.S. tariffs (e.g., 216% furniture duties) by rerouting goods through Malaysia/Thailand with new origin docs, cutting costs legally under WTO rules.
