top of page
Latest news


Reciprocal Tariffs: What They Mean For Your Business
On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a major shift in U.S. trade policy: a sweeping set of reciprocal tariffs targeting...
Apr 33 min read
22 views
0 comments


Should You Use a Freight Forwarder in 2025?
In 2025, businesses must navigate a shifting landscape of trade regulations, capacity constraints, fluctuating freight rates, and geo...
Mar 314 min read
3 views
0 comments


What’s the Difference Between Cargo and Freight?
Understanding the distinction between cargo and freight can help businesses optimize their shipping strategies and ensure clarity when...
Mar 53 min read
18 views
0 comments


Where Should You Source in 2025? Exploring the Best Alternatives to China
With rising tariffs on Chinese imports, geopolitical uncertainties, and evolving trade policies, companies are looking toward alternative...
Feb 174 min read
68 views
0 comments


De Minimis Eliminated from China: How to Adapt your E-Commerce Supply Chain
In early 2025, the U.S. government implemented a significant policy shift under an executive order from President Donald Trump.
Feb 103 min read
10 views
0 comments


What is a Tariff? How Will It Affect Your Business?
For e-commerce business owners, tariffs can influence everything from pricing strategies to supply chain management.
Feb 53 min read
16 views
0 comments


High Probability of Another East & Gulf Coast Port Strike: What You Need to Know
The shipping and logistics industry is once again bracing for significant disruption as negotiations between the ILA and USMX stall.
Jan 62 min read
39 views
0 comments


Mexico’s New Apparel Ban: How to Alter Your Fulfillment Strategy
Mexico’s recent decision to ban certain U.S.-bound apparel imports has created significant challenges for brands, 3PL's...
Dec 30, 20243 min read
13 views
0 comments


UPS and FedEx Increased Rates for 2025: What You Need to Know
As we approach 2025, significant changes in delivery surcharge rates are on the horizon, impacting businesses across various sectors.
Dec 18, 20242 min read
129 views
0 comments


How to Ship Hazardous Materials Safely and Compliantly
Shipping hazardous materials is a critical yet highly regulated aspect of global logistics.
Dec 2, 20242 min read
11 views
0 comments


Navigating the Impact of President-Elect Trump's Proposed Tariffs on the Logistics Industry
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, the logistics industry faces a potentially transformative period.
Nov 27, 20243 min read
15 views
0 comments


Trump's Re-election: How will the Shipping Industry Change?
The U.S. shipping industry is once again under the microscope, as we assess how policies could impact trade, regulation, and growth.
Nov 6, 20244 min read
183 views
0 comments

What is T-86? Your Holiday Season E-commerce Solution
The holiday season is a make-or-break time for e-commerce businesses, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective logistics can set you apart
Oct 22, 20242 min read
9 views
0 comments


Hurricane Beryl Forces Closure of Major Texas Ports
As Hurricane Beryl made landfall early Monday morning in southeast Texas, major ports along the Gulf Coast, including Houston, Corpus Christ
Jul 8, 20242 min read
4 views
0 comments

Post-Holiday Surge Sets Stage for Summer in Freight Market
This week’s FreightWaves Supply Chain Pricing Power Index remains at 35, indicating favorable conditions for shippers.
Jun 7, 20242 min read
6 views
0 comments

Ocean Carriers Tap into Surging Asia-to-Mexico Trade
A novel sea route from Cosco Shipping Lines has commenced operations, marking the beginning of several global ocean carriers' initiatives to
May 10, 20242 min read
22 views
0 comments

Trends and Insights in the Freight Industry for 2024
As we embark on another year in the freight industry, stakeholders are keenly observing market dynamics and anticipating shifts that could i
May 9, 20242 min read
4 views
0 comments

The Currents of Consolidation: Mergers and Acquisitions in Freight Forwarding
In the wake of the pandemic's onset, the freight forwarding sector has witnessed a surge in mergers and acquisitions, signaling a trend that
May 7, 20242 min read
18 views
0 comments


Panama Canal Restrictions Impact Shipping Routes
Ongoing drought restrictions at the Panama Canal have introduced complexities for global shipping, leading to cargo diversions and heightene
May 1, 20242 min read
10 views
0 comments

The Rise of Drone Logistics by over $18 Billion: Transforming Transportation in the 21st Century
In recent years, the logistics and transportation industry has witnessed a remarkable transformation propelled by the advent of drone techno
Apr 30, 20242 min read
16 views
0 comments
bottom of page