According to foreign media reports, on the morning of July 30, a serious freight train derailment occurred near the Jalisco-Michoacán border. Dozens of freight containers were scattered around the railway tracks. This is the second train derailment in the region this year. On January 31, a similar accident occurred, resulting in three injuries and a…
Recent wildfires in North America have not only threatened ecosystems and public safety but also delivered an unprecedented shock to the global supply chain. According to the latest reports, the extreme wildfire event in Jasper, Alberta, has caused significant personal and property losses. This event has also directly led to the suspension of Canadian National…
Major route operators plan to adjust shipping rates from Asia to the US West Coast in mid-August to respond to recent market fluctuations and offset the impact of previous adjustments. According to overseas media reports, starting from August 15, several shipping companies have announced an increase of $1,000 per 40ft container to curb the downward…
Entry Type 86 (hereinafter referred to as “T86”) is an electronic customs clearance mode established under Section 321 of the U.S. Code, known as the “de minimis exemption.” It exempts all packages with a total daily import value of ≤ $800 per person from customs duties. This policy also applies to business importers. Since 2020,…
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has issued a new regulation aimed at protecting shippers during negotiations with shipping companies. This regulation, set to be implemented on September 23, includes the following key points: The FMC has issued a final rule defining what constitutes an “unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate with respect to vessel…
Significantly impacted by the increase in shipping capacity, the latest Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) released on the 19th dropped by 3.6%, falling to 3542.44 points. This marks the second consecutive week of decline, with the rate of decrease expanding. All four major long-haul routes to Europe and the United States experienced declines of over…
Air transportation, as an important mode of international transport, has rules and restrictions that are often more complex and stringent than those of traditional transport methods. Air transport restrictions cover a wide range of items, from flammable and explosive hazardous materials to contraband, and include sensitive goods and specific restricted items under certain conditions. Each…
On the afternoon of the 21st Eastern Time, U.S. President Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and expressed his support for nominating Vice President Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate. As Western leaders grapple with the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, a more assertive China in Asia, and the rise of the…
According to the latest data from Alphaliner, MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) now holds over 20% of the global container shipping market capacity, setting a new record in the liner shipping industry. The company is just one “large vessel delivery” away from reaching the 6 million TEU milestone. As of July 3, MSC operates a fleet…
Many customers receive feedback from freight forwarders about the current status of their goods: “the train is waiting for transshipment at the border port.” So, what does “transshipment” refer to? Why is it necessary? This issue stems from the differences in “rail gauge” between different countries. In 1937, the International Railway Association designated a gauge…
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