U.S. Ports May Face Delays and Higher Costs Due to Tariffs on Chinese Cranes

Trump’s Tariff Plans on Chinese Cranes Could Disrupt U.S. Port Operations

The Trump administration is taking aim at Chinese-manufactured ship-to-shore cranes in its latest push to revitalize U.S. manufacturing. A new proposal from the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) suggests tariffs of up to 100% on cranes, shipping containers, and related components imported from China—despite the absence of

Short-Haul Freight_ A Clear Signal of U.S. Economic Health

Short-Haul Trucking Emerges as a Key Economic Indicator

Local Freight Demand Remains Strong Amid Shifting Logistics Trends Short-haul truckload freight — especially shipments traveling less than 100 miles — is gaining importance as a reliable indicator of economic activity in the U.S. Over the past year, demand for these short-distance hauls has increased steadily,

Port of L.A. Faces Decline in Trade Volumes Amid Rising Tariffs

Port of Los Angeles Braces for Decline in Trade Volume Amid Tariff Pressures

Rising Tariffs on Imports and Counter-Tariffs on Exports Impact Future Outlook The Port of Los Angeles, the busiest port in the United States, is preparing for a decline in import volumes, which is expected to begin as early as May. As the effects of punitive tariffs

Global Carbon Tax on Ocean Shipping May Impact U.S. Freight Costs

Global Ocean Shipping Carbon Tax Could Impact U.S. Consumer Prices, Critics Warn

IMO Pushes for Zero Emission Vessels by 2050 Government officials and international regulators are meeting this week to finalize a landmark global carbon tax targeting emissions from ocean shipping. While the initiative aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, critics caution that the proposed fees could

Diesel Prices Rise for the Second Consecutive Week

Diesel Prices Rise for the Second Consecutive Week, Crude Futures Surge

New Sanctions on Russia and Disappointing U.S. Crude Production Impact Market After fluctuating over the past few weeks, which resulted in lower diesel prices, recent increases suggest that retail diesel prices may have reached a temporary bottom. Additionally, developments in crude oil futures markets are indicating

Flatbed Trucking Rates on the Rise

Tariffs and Seasonal Demand Push Flatbed Trucking Rates Higher

Flatbed trucking rates have been on the rise, driven by increased demand from steel and lumber shippers who are rushing to stock up ahead of potential tariff changes. Experts say this surge in demand has led to the highest flatbed pricing at the start of a

Diesel Prices Decline for Third Consecutive Week, Market Trends Suggest Further Drops

Diesel Prices Decline for Third Consecutive Week, Market Trends Suggest Further Drops

The average retail diesel price has continued its downward trend for the third straight week, falling by a total of 14.8 cents per gallon during this period. According to the latest data from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the current

Canada & EU Hit Back with Tariffs as U.S. Trade War Escalates

Canada and EU Retaliate as U.S. Trade Tariffs Escalate

The ongoing global trade tensions have reached a new level as Canada and the European Union impose countermeasures in response to fresh U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. U.S. Implements 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports Effective immediately, the U.S. government has enforced a

Expert Says Cartels Are a Barrier to Growing Cross-Border Trade

Borderlands Mexico: Expert Says Cartels Are a Barrier to Growing Cross-Border Trade

Mexico Wants to Grow Trade, But Security is a Big Concern Mexico has launched an ambitious plan to boost its economy and increase trade with the U.S. and Canada. However, experts warn that organized crime could slow progress. On January 13, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum introduced

Potential U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Ships Could Reshape Global Logistics

Potential U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Ships Could Reshape Global Logistics

The U.S. government is considering imposing substantial fees on Chinese-built or Chinese-flagged ships that call at American ports, a move that could significantly impact global shipping costs and supply chains. If implemented, these proposed levies—reaching up to $1.5 million per port visit—could raise freight rates and