Drewry reports the latest round of U.S. tariffs means “eastbound transpacific flows could be hit with an opportunity cost of approximately 1 million TEU next year.”
Senate sends opioid bill to president
Legislation includes provisions to require advance electronic data for international postal shipments and to strengthen DOT’s alcohol and drug testing practices.
Dye sets New York demurrage and detention interviews
The FMC commissioner is meeting interested parties at ports around the country as part of the second phase of the Fact Finding 28 investigation.
Seaspan diversifies into energy business
Containership charterer describes the investment of up to $200 million in Swiber Holdings as “opportunistic.”
FTR: ‘The pressure is on fleets to add capacity’
North American truck orders continue to surge in an effort to keep up with freight growth.
Talking Trade with Marlin Steel’s Drew Greenblatt
The president of the Baltimore-based manufacturer discusses how to navigate the tariff-heavy landscape as well as the benefits free trade agreements provide.
FAA Reauthorization Act will land on Trump’s desk
Senate passes legislation paving way for airport funding and streamlining certifications.
U.N. agency sees 4 percent growth in maritime trade
But UNCTAD expresses concern “increased inward-looking policies” and rise in protectionism could stifle trade.
Choppy seas on horizon for liner carriers
BlueWater Reporting forecasts more headwinds than tailwinds in the coming months.
Senate Democrats want assurance USMCA has teeth
Finance Committee members say they are checking to make sure there are adequate enforcement provisions in the North American trade deal before Congress bites into it.