Import Vessel Space Demand Surges
Demand for vessel space on China to US lanes surged nearly 300% following a 90-day tariff pause as the US negotiates with China. Expect delayed shipments and rolled bookings as we come into summertime. For more: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-us-ocean-cargo-bookings-surge-after-tariff-pause-vizion-says-2025-05-14/
Annual Financial Performance On The Ropes
In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade, businesses of every kind are recalibrating their annual financial forecasts. Whether you’re sourcing directly or competing with imported products, or if you’re a service provider feeling the pinch of reduced consumer confidence and spending, companies worldwide are striving to grasp the immediate effects of recent developments and their […]
Trade War, Ocean Freight Fluctuates
The intensifying trade tensions with China and other global regions have triggered a significant shift in international markets, affecting supply and demand dynamics, particularly evident in ocean freight. Following the tariff announcements, April saw a staggering 60% drop in shipments. In addition, the US has introduced revised port fee structures for Chinese-owned vessels, aiming to […]
Headlines Dominated by Tariffs
The world continues to digest and evaluate how the current administration’s tariff and trade policies will impact business for weeks, months and even years to come. The newly announced reciprocal and baseline tariffs have forced businesses small and large to evaluate their supply base and customer agreements, and what can or cannot be passed on […]
AFPM 2025 The View from Jamestown
