The EU plans to impose import processing fees before November 1st, which is not the same as the €3 tariff.newsAugust 5, 2026
New US Section 301 tariffs take effect: Chinese-origin goods subject to additional tariffs of 12.51 TP3T.newsAugust 5, 2026
Matson's cargo volume on its China routes increased by 15.21 million tons in the second quarter, and it may be near full capacity during the peak season.newsAugust 4, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has escalated significantly: Iran announces the closure of the strait, posing a major challenge to global supply chains.newsJuly 14, 2026
Maersk resumes Suez Canal route; MSC Montreal low water surcharge takes effect simultaneously.newsJuly 10, 2026
Starting July 8th, the US CPSC will mandate electronic compliance filing; a must-read for US consumer product shipments.newsJuly 20, 2026
The Israeli Ministry of Defense opposes Hapag-Lloyd's acquisition of Zim, causing the $4.2 billion deal to fall through.newsJuly 8, 2026
CMA and CGM will impose peak season surcharges on three routes, effective gradually starting in July.newsJuly 8, 2026
Hapag-Lloyd India/Bangladesh → Europe freight rates increased by $2,000 per container.newsJuly 8, 2026
FedEx will adjust customs clearance service fees starting July 20, and import processing fees will be added for EU shipments starting in August.newsJuly 7, 2026
