The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global seaports and airports and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more international customers than ever before through global ports and free and foreign trade zones. As infrastructure around these global gateways continues to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply chain operations through their strategic use of global seaports and airports.

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October 4, 2019
By The Port of New York & New Jersey
Foreign Trade Zone Incentive Program Helps Relieve Tariff Challenges
Challenge: Since February 2018, the cost of duties for U.S.-China operations has substantially grown. There are now $550 billion in tariffs applied exclusively to Chinese imports, while China has imposed $185 billion on U.S. goods.
September 11, 2019
By Bloomberg
Trump Plans Crackdown on Fentanyl Shipments From China, Others
A draft executive order would target foreign shippers routing deliveries through the U.S. Postal Service — not the two-largest U.S. couriers United Parcel Service Inc. and FedEx Corp.
September 4, 2019
By Bloomberg
First LNG Cargo Leaves $15 Billion Terminal as U.S. Exports Grow
The first cargo of liquefied natural gas has set sail from a $15 billion Texas export terminal, amplifying America’s growing influence on the global market for the fuel.

August 22, 2019
By Bloomberg
The Fall of Korea's Richest Port City Is Bringing Backlash Against Billionaires
July 23, 2019
By Bloomberg
‘New Panama Canal’: Paraguay Plans Transport Hub Linking Atlantic and Pacific
June 21, 2019
By Bloomberg
China's Running Out of Cold Storage as It Stocks Up on Imported Pork
June 13, 2019
By Bloomberg
Trump Tariff Threat: This Mexico Border Town Is Still Feeling the Pain
June 11, 2019
By Bloomberg
Chinese Exporters Dodge Tariffs With Fake Made-in-Vietnam Labels

May 12, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Navigating the Multidimensional World of Trade in 2019
April 15, 2019
By Bloomberg
Drugmakers Stockpiling for Brexit: How Long Do We Wait?
April 12, 2019
By Bloomberg
Iceland Builds Arctic Port as Global Shipping Routes Get Redrawn
April 1, 2019
By Bloomberg
The Brexit Day That Wasn't Leaves Britain Counting the Cost
March 29, 2019
By Bloomberg
Brexit Is Like Christmas for European Truck-Rental Companies

IMO 2020: The Basics, Challenges and Impact on You
July 30, 2019 | Laufer Group International Ltd.
Global Trade Management and Foreign Trade Zones: Taking Control of the Supply Chain
May 22, 2019 | QuestaWeb
Unlocking Successful Supply Chains in Emerging Markets
March 4, 2017 | Stenn International
Manufacturing in the Age of Uncertainty
March 4, 2017 | Stenn International
Supply Chain Takeaways From the Financial Crisis
March 4, 2017 | Stenn International

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How East Coast Ports Are Getting 'Big-Ship Ready'
November 03, 2017
It takes a big port to handle a big ship. Can East Coast ports meet the challenge of handling the new generation of mega-container vessels? Container lines are engaged in a frantic race to build ever-larger ships, which promise to have a ripple effect throughout the global transportation network. Read More
Making Room for the Megaships in New York and New Jersey
November 03, 2017
It takes more than deep water to accommodate a modern-day containership. Sometimes you have to raise a bridge as well. Read More
The New Panama Canal: Who Wins; Who Loses?
October 18, 2017
The new set of locks at the Panama Canal is open for business. How will it affect North American shipping patterns? Read More