New U.S. Port Fees Targeting Chinese-Origin Vessels Effective October 14, 2025
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has finalized a new port fee structure that is set to take effect October 14, 2025, impacting Chinese-owned, Chinese-operated, and Chinese-built vessels. These changes follow an April directive from the White House and reflect...
Tariffs, Tensions & How Shippers Are Adapting
Container shipping strategies are pivoting toward Southeast Asia. Rising trade barriers and tariff costs are driving businesses to diversify sourcing across Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and beyond. Supply chain agility is no longer optional; it’s fundamental to...
A Complete Guide to CARM: What Importers into Canada Need to Know
CARM stands for the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management system. It’s a digital initiative launched by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to streamline how duties and taxes are assessed and paid for goods imported into Canada. While the program began rolling...
