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Record Trade Surplus: How Will Potential U.S. Tariffs Impact China in 2025?
Chinese exports surged in December 2024, with a 10.7% increase year-over-year, driven by U.S. businesses bracing for potential tariffs under President-elect Trump.
https://t.co/bwDLC8fNvq
Attention Shippers: Maersk, the world’s second-largest container carrier, is urging customers to clear their containers from U.S. Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast ports ahead of a potential longshore strike on January 15.
https://t.co/TYasWOOGfk
We're beginning to see the benefit of the multinational maritime security force. @Maersk has announced that they will resume shipments through the Red Sea.
The overall risk in the area has not been eliminated but this is a positive step for the industry.
https://t.co/WMN2LeBvPP
What Does 2025 Hold for Ocean Freight?
As we look ahead to 2025, it’s essential to reflect on the factors that shaped the ocean freight market this year and analyze the trends from the past few years.
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4 changes coming to US trade policy in 2025
As Donald Trump’s presidential nomination draws closer, one thing remains clear: significant changes to trade policies are on the horizon.
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Manufacturing is on the Brink of a Comeback in 2025
The U.S. manufacturing sector neared stabilization in November, with companies signaling optimism for growth
Dive deeper into the insights:
https://t.co/CGGwHeQS2q
#Manufacturing#SupplyChain#BusinessGrowth
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Canada's port disruptions continue
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union's recent strike against BC Maritime Employers has escalated, leading to a coast-wide lockout that has shut down Vancouver and Prince Rupert ports.
Failed Labor Contract Negotiations Halt Canadian Rail System
Effective August 22nd, Canada’s Class 1 railroad ceased operations.
This situation could result in notable delays as the available options to move cargo to its final destination may become severely limited.
According to @FreightWaves U.S. port figures across the board are holding up compared to last year.
With import numbers trending up, are we on track to see a strong year overall?
https://t.co/Bu3ESiLwro
#ports#cargo#importexport
Mid-size US importers who have not finalized their 2024–25 service contracts are feeling the pressure amid a rise in trans-Pacific spot rates.
Our EVP of ocean freight, Christian Sur spoke to @joc_updates
https://t.co/kUZgWBVwIu
#oceanfreight#spotrates#globalshipping
According to @theloadstar while trade growth showed marginal gain in April, ocean freight rates have leveled and even flattened.
Is this a blip or will we continue to see flat rates?
https://t.co/Wyec8pC9k2
#oceanfreight#freightrates#freightforwarding
A recent opinion piece in @Mar_Ex suggests that market fragmentation is slowing down the production and uptake of renewable fuels in the maritime sector.
Among the issues is a disconnect between producers and potential buyers.
Where are the buy signals?
https://t.co/jR6T6FJRDy
Earlier this year we released our inaugural ESG report. Our Chief Operating Officer, Mickey Diaz, spoke to @aircargoweek about our commitment to the fight against climate change.
https://t.co/vfYEi24E0b
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50-60% of air cargo volume is due to the e-commerce boom in China. While it has provided a nice boost to start 2024, is it short lived or will it become the new normal?
https://t.co/iE2qgvaMi2
Last week we posted a report on the potential for significant carbon reductions in the shipping sector through the adoption of digital processes.
Despite disruptions and uncertainty, shippers remain measured about visibility data tools.
What's next?
https://t.co/xNoT9b3OyL
With the ongoing Red Sea crisis, bookings by Chinese e-commerce platforms, and rising rates during a slow period, there are expectations among air carriers for peak season and some logistics providers are nervous about securing capacity. Too soon to worry?
https://t.co/KSDhQYw0ne
We've seen recent aircraft manufacturing-related safety incidents that might lead to increased scrutiny of air cargo. At a conference panel, air cargo stakeholders said they're not concerned about increased scrutiny and welcome it.
https://t.co/f6P4AiKbe9