The Commerce Department preliminarily determined that Chinese exporters of forged steel fittings to the United States receive countervailable subsidies, and is scheduled to announced its final countervailing duty determination July 24.
FMC reviews 18 OTI license applications
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received 18 ocean transportation intermediary license applications and changes for review.
Port of Virginia container volumes slip for second straight month
The mid-Atlantic port saw throughput of containerized cargo fall 0.7 percent year-over-year in February 2018 following a 3.5 percent decline in January caused in part by the loss of workdays due to severe winter weather.
NEWS FLASH: U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum to enter force in 15 days
President Donald Trump signed proclamations late Thursday afternoon for global tariffs of 25 percent on steel and 10 percent on aluminum to take effect March 23.
Metal tariffs could exclude NAFTA partners
White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders made the statement Wednesday as President Trump prepares to finalize duties on steel and aluminum “by the end of the week.”
Liner consolidation on the horizon for regional, niche carriers
Lars Jensen, chief executive officer of Seaintelligence Consulting, said that although consolidation among the largest carriers is likely coming to an end, smaller, niche carriers are just getting started.
Commentary: What blockchain is and isn’t
It’s hard to go anywhere these days without hearing about the magical powers of blockchain, but logistics practitioners should understand how the technology is actually unique.
ITA completes expedited review of CVD order on crystalline silicone photovoltaic cells from China
The International Trade Administration determined revocation of the countervailing duty order will lead to continued harm.
Maersk Honam crew member dies, four still missing
The 15,262-TEU containerships caught fire in the Arabian Sea Tuesday, leaving one crew member dead, two receiving urgent medical treatment, and four still missing.
Deutsche Post drives up revenues in all divisions in 2017
The German mail and logistics company posted revenues of 60.4 billion euros for the year, rising 5.4 percent from 2016, despite encountering headwinds from currency effects.