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USA America trade war economy conflict tax business finance / united states stock market exchange graph chart money crisis raised taxes on industry container ship in export import logistics
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Trendwatch: Trump says auto tariffs are coming April 2; New Schiphol tariff hikes unfair on freight and will 'harm air cargo hub' status; PSA Singapore hits record-breaking annual throughput of more than 40 million TEUs

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 8 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: U-turn on de minimis ban, following 'processing issues', as trade war heats up; EU says it would react to U.S. steel tariffs, awaits details; Chinese ports see record traffic ahead of U.S. tariffs, Lunar New Year

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 7 of 2025.

USA America trade war economy conflict tax business finance / united states stock market exchange graph chart money crisis raised taxes on industry container ship in export import logistics
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Trendwatch: Beijing retaliates as Trump’s China tariffs kick in; ILA sets wage review as longshore contract nears ratification vote; Panama gives in as US pressure on Panama Canal intensifies

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 6 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: Canada to speak to partners in a bid to fend off US tariffs, says minister; Chinese New Year rush and threat of tariffs leaves box ports congested; CN, IBEW reach tentative agreement, avoid strike

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 5 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: EU pledges 'proportionate' response to new Trump tariffs; Trump’s trade reset: No immediate tariffs, but global supply chains brace for impact; CBP’s proposed rule nixes de minimis treatment for array of imports

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 4 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: Three new services and a transpacific focus for Ocean Alliance in 2025; Retailers Continue to Front-Load Imports into U.S. Ports; Rail crisis sees boxes pile up at Dhaka – with Ramadan and Eid looming

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 3 of 2025.

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Trendwatch: ILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract; Cape of Good Hope detours look set to continue until 'August, at least'; Cosco share price falls after US lists carrier as a Chinese 'military asset'

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 2 of 2025.

Navigating Turbulence: Supply Chain Resilience in the Middle East's Chemical and Petrochemical Industry Amid Geopolitical Unrest

The Middle East's chemical industry has long played a vital global role thanks to the dependability of the economy, strategic location, and the potential for even greater growth thanks to an emphasis on new investments in infrastructure and production capacity.

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Trendwatch: Trump again backs longshore union as possible port strike nears; Growing demand could see shippers’ air cargo spend rise in 2025; Carriers unveil Panama Canal transit surcharges for new year

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 51 of 2024.

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Trendwatch: Shippers breathe again as threat of Indian port strikes eases; Retailers urge talks to avoid US east coast port strikes; Global trade shows durability amid Red Sea, tariff threats

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 50 of 2024.