When shipping metal goods across countries or continents, corrosion is one of the most critical threats to product quality. Even small amounts of rust can render components unusable or unsafe. VCI coating, or vapor corrosion inhibitor coating, is an advanced solution for logistics services that protects metal surfaces during transport...
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How America’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry
When the US introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports, the goal was to protect American manufacturing. The initial response from the ultra-fast fashion industry was to relocate production to countries such as Vietnam and Cambodia. The hidden costs of cheap clothes: Consumers now benefit from faster delivery of even...
US Trade with Mexico surges to $77B in March
Mexico was the top U.S. trade partner in March at $77.3B, a 13% year-over-year increase and its highest monthly total in six years. For the first three months of 2025, trade between the U.S. and Mexico totaled $215B, an 8% year-over-year increase. Canada ranked No. 2 for trade with the...
Navigating Customs: How We Simplify the Import & Export Process
Mistakes like incorrect paperwork, misclassification, and payment delays cause shipment holds and extra costs. Proper documentation, accurate HS codes, and real-time tracking keep customs clearance smooth. Gateway Logistics handles compliance, duty management, and clearance approvals for fast, hassle-free shipping. International trade drives global business, but moving goods across borders isn’t...
US, China Reach Deal to Slash Tariffs by 115%
China, US Slash Trade Tariffs in 90-Day Deal China and the U.S. have agreed to pause their reciprocal tariffs for 90 days, with both sides bringing their rates down by 115 percent according to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This takes the tariffs imposed on Chinese goods by President Donald...
US and UK expected to announce deal to reduce tariffs
Governments from around the world have been scrambling to strike deals with Washington before the new deadline passes. The US has left a 10% global tariff in place, which included the UK, though the long-time ally of America was not subject to the administration’s higher “reciprocal” tariffs. The UK is...
China orders airlines to suspend Boeing jet deliveries amid trade war
China has ordered its airlines not to take further deliveries of Boeing jets in response to the U.S. decision to impose 145% tariffs on Chinese goods. China’s top three airlines – Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines had planned to take delivery of 45, 53 and 81...
U.S. plans phased approach to port fees for Chinese ships
The United States announced a multi-phase scheme for port fees on Chinese-linked shipping based on the size of ships. The reset comes after a wave of opposition during public hearings in March from shippers, exporters and other maritime stakeholders to millions of dollars in fees proposed by the United States...
The Importance of Reducing Carbon Footprint in Global Shipping
As global trade continues to expand, the logistics industry faces increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices. Businesses and consumers alike are prioritizing eco-friendly solutions, and logistics companies play a critical role in reducing carbon emissions for logistics services. Reducing the carbon footprint in global shipping is essential to creating a...
$3.5m: How much this COSCO ship might be charged when calling at a U.S. port
The trade office has recommended potential fees of up to $1.5m per port call for Chinese-built vessels, $1m per port call for operators of Chinese-built ships, and mandatory US-flag shipping requirements. Most operators in the world have in their fleet one or more ships of Chinese origin meaning that when...