US proposes tariffs on $11B of EU imports

The announcement from the Office of the United States Trade Representative creates further turmoil for businesses trying to navigate trade policy, adjust their supply chains and mitigate tariff cost. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 9, 2019

Businesses on US-Mexico border suffer as wait times jump 500%

Mexico is the United States' third largest trading partner, so any slowdown in cross-border traffic is bound to have an impact on businesses near and far.

By Edwin Lopez , Shefali Kapadia • April 5, 2019

Trump calls for new tactics to fight counterfeits

White House National Trade Council Peter Navarro reportedly called the memorandum a "warning shot" for e-commerce marketplaces like eBay, Amazon and Alibaba. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 4, 2019

Truck wait times rise to 5 hours as CBP reassigns staff on US-Mexico border

Federal officials announced the Bridge of the Americas port of entry will close to cargo shipments on Saturdays, and President Trump may decide upon further closures this week.

By Edwin Lopez • April 4, 2019

May to meet with opposition party on Brexit

If no deal is reached by April 12, no more short-term extensions will be granted by the European Union, increasing the likelihood of a no-deal Brexit. 

By Matt Leonard • April 3, 2019

IMO 2020 could cause M&A uptick among carriers

Drewry posits carriers may seek to consolidate to achieve greater price stability, especially as scrubber cost and fuel markets make for much more unpredictable waters in the months and even years to come.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 3, 2019

China extends tariff suspension on US vehicles

China's State Council said the decision was a reaction to the U.S. delaying tariff hikes originally scheduled to take effect in March, Reuters reported.

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

DOT sends HOS rule change to White House for review

Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao announced last week that updates to federal hours of service rules have been sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review. 

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

Kudlow: Some tariffs may remain even if trade war resolves

The White House economic adviser described tariffs as an "enforcement mechanism" that could help hold China accountable.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 29, 2019

Uber calls on Congress for infrastructure investment, transportation technology

The ride-hailing company said the federal government can help pave the way for the onset of autonomous and electric vehicles.

By Chris Teale • March 29, 2019

May's agreement fails for third time, EU plans April 10 meeting

Parliament rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's withdrawal agreement for the third time with a vote of 344 to 286. May had offered her resignation if the legislation had passed. 

By Matt Leonard • Updated March 29, 2019

Parliament to vote on how to move forward with Brexit process

Options include a no-deal break and a second referendum, although today's "indicative votes" are non-binding and do not guarantee the U.K. government will follow suit.

By Matt Leonard • March 27, 2019

New York's plan to reduce truck traffic with barges moves ahead

The RFP is part of the Freight NYC plan, which aims to modernize the city's freight system to keep up with growing last mile demand while mitigating road congestion.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 26, 2019

Contentious hearing unfolds on automation at Port of Los Angeles

APM Terminals wants to automate parts of the cargo handling process. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union is fighting against the plan. A Board of Commissioners has a decision to make. 

By Matt Leonard • March 25, 2019

Williams-Sonoma shifts sourcing to plan for 25% tariffs

The question remains what impact planning for a tariff increase will have on the balance sheet this time next year.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 22, 2019

Supreme Court will not review California's driver classification standards

The denial by the U.S. Supreme Court is another victory for California's standards for who may be classified as a contractor and who is an employee.

By Andy Burt , Emma Cosgrove • March 21, 2019

State Department backs plan for postal treaty countries to set own rates

The Trump administration says the current rate structure of the Universal Postal Union is unfair, allowing Chinese retailers to ship to the U.S. at such a low price that it puts American companies at a disadvantage.

By Matt Leonard • March 19, 2019

Brexit plan must change 'substantially' for vote

Meanwhile, the British Chambers of Commerce downgraded its growth expectations for the U.K economy as a result of Brexit uncertainty. 

By Matt Leonard • March 18, 2019

Suppliers and buyers clash over tomato trade policy change

The U.S. plans to withdraw from an agreement that set minimum prices for imported Mexican tomatoes and resume an investigation into Mexican tomato dumping.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 18, 2019

FMCSA will use ELD data to amend HOS rules

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration head Ray Martinez has recently been dropping breadcrumbs at industry events about possible new proposed hours of service rules.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 15, 2019

British Parliament votes to delay Brexit to June 30

The British Chambers of Commerce said the vote didn't provide much clarity for businesses, as they wait to see whether the European Union will approve the extension.

By Matt Leonard • March 15, 2019

Parliament votes in favor of Brexit extension

The British Parliament voted yesterday against a "no-deal" Brexit. Now the problem is finding an alternative. 

By Matt Leonard • Updated March 14, 2019

Brazil and Canada win big from US-China trade war with record soy exports

Canada quadrupled its soy exports to China, a sign that tariffs intended to increase competitiveness of U.S. goods often have the opposite effect. 

By Emma Cosgrove • March 13, 2019

Brexit agreement fails again, UK publishes 'no-deal' guidance

The guidance outlines how the U.K. government plans to avoid a hard border with Ireland and what will happen to tariffs should it leave the EU without an agreement. 

By Matt Leonard • March 13, 2019

CMA CGM, Ikea, Port of Rotterdam to test new sustainable fuel

The new biofuel promises significant carbon reductions and does not require any engine modifications, but it's not immediately clear what the final product would cost. 

By Matt Leonard • March 12, 2019