New Tariffs Take Effect as EU Land Trade Deal
The first week of August has brought two major developments, the formal start of new tariffs and a US–EU trade framework designed to reset transatlantic commerce. From 7 August, the…
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Truckload Market Signals Shift as Carriers Rebuild Fleets
After nearly three years of steady contraction, the US truckload market may be turning a corner. For the first time in 11 quarters, capacity among the largest truckload operators has…
Invisible Inventory and Front-Loading Cloud Freight Market Outlook
The early rush to front-load shipments ahead of impending tariffs has drained much of the typical second-half year demand. At the same time, invisible inventory - goods stalled in yards,…
Asia and Freight Market Update – June 2025
Amid ongoing global disruptions, freight markets remain under pressure from tariff fallout, capacity shifts, and operational bottlenecks. Ocean carriers are navigating severe lane imbalances, air cargo is shaped by Asia-driven…
Trans-Pacific Shipping Slows as Tariff Deadlines Reshape Summer Demand
Ocean carriers are pulling back sharply on trans-Pacific services as US tariff deadlines loom, leaving the market facing a quieter-than-expected second half of the year. With most pre-tariff shipments from…
New Rules Raise Questions on Transshipments and Tariff Classifications
U.S. importers are adjusting to two significant customs developments that could impact their cost exposure and compliance risk An expansion in the number of Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes allowed…
From Crisis to Clarity: Building Resilient Supply Chains
According to a new global survey by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), 87% of businesses are planning to restructure their supply chains over the next five years. More than half have…
Asia-Europe Shipping Improves as Trans-Pacific Trade Slows
The outlook for container shipping between Asia and Europe has been looking more positive, with demand increasing and rates rising by almost 50% since the end of May. In contrast,…
Supporting You During Ongoing Tariff Disruptions
With US tariffs shifting rapidly, including new and increased duties on goods from China and other key trading partners, importers are under pressure to reassess sourcing, control costs, and stay…
Asia and freight market update; May 2025
Amid continued global uncertainty, all modes of freight transport are facing fresh waves of disruption, volatility, and complexity. Ocean freight remains particularly unsettled, as carriers continue to divert around the…
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