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The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman and a merchant vessel collided late Wednesday in the Mediterranean Sea. The incident involving the Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier Besiktas-M occurred around 11:45 p.m. local time, near Port Said, Egypt. No injuries have been reported, but the extensive damages are clearly observable in recently...
Trump Raises Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to 25%
President Donald Trump has imposed a blanket 25% tariff on steel and aluminum entering the U.S. Bloomberg reported that the tariffs are being broadly imposed, applying to imports from allies such as the EU, Canada and Mexico and to finished metal products. The action drew applause from the Steel Manufacturers...
TRUMP PAUSES DE MINIMIS REPEAL AS PACKAGES PILE UP AT US CUSTOMS
While the 10 percent tariff has garnered significant attention, the real change in the Executive Order lies in the suspension of the de minimis loophole. This loophole has allowed e-commerce giants to bypass American import taxes and consumer safety standards, creating an uneven playing field for American businesses. The de...
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Continue to Impact Shipping
What’s Happening : Trade tensions between the U.S. and China remain a key factor affecting logistics. Tariffs on certain goods, export controls, and geopolitical uncertainties are causing shippers to rethink supply chain strategies. Why It Matters : Companies are diversifying their supply chains to reduce reliance on China, but...
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Air Cargo rates rise to a 2024 High
Worldwide air cargo rates rose to the highest rates of 2024 in November, despite a slight drop in flown tonnages compared with October. Demand and pricing both remain significantly above their already elevated levels last November. Advance planning with Gateway Logistics air freight team can help you during peak...
Getting ready for the New Year!
CHINA IMPORTS: There is a strong possibility that Ad Valorem on goods from China will be increasing from 25% to 35% in 2025. MEXICO AND CANADA: President Trump is considering suspending the USMCA agreement with Mexico and Canada to pressure them to aid in the reduction of illegal immigrants coming...
Coronavirus – Air Transportation update
As the COVID-19 Coronavirus has now been identified as a pandemic by the World Health Organization, we at Gateway want to make you aware that issue is impacting air transportation of goods throughout the world. As you may know many airlines have significantly reduced flights with little or no notice....
LA-LB port set for another month of congestion
LA port congestion continues “US importers shipping through Los Angeles-Long Beach should expect congested marine terminals, lengthy truck turn times, equipment shortages, and distribution warehouses that are stuffed beyond capacity for at least another month. Since other major gateways, including New York-New Jersey, are also experiencing various degrees of equipment...