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Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
16 hours ago

Powerful states are trying to sabotage decarbonisation of shipping

Pacific Island states demand strong climate shipping agreements and oppose any dilution of the Net-Zero Framework.
#tariffs
Intellectual property law
fromAxios
1 day ago

What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday

The Supreme Court did not address tariff refunds under IEEPA, but the Court of International Trade ordered the reimbursement process to begin.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What If Tariffs Go Away - Or Don't? How You Can Protect Your Bottom Line With Contract Intelligence - Above the Law

Intellectual property law
fromAxios
1 day ago

What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday

The Supreme Court did not address tariff refunds under IEEPA, but the Court of International Trade ordered the reimbursement process to begin.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What If Tariffs Go Away - Or Don't? How You Can Protect Your Bottom Line With Contract Intelligence - Above the Law

#tariff-refunds
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

No lawsuits required: U.S. Customs is working on a system to refund tariffs

U.S. Customs is developing a streamlined refund system for unconstitutional tariffs, expecting completion within 45 days, avoiding individual lawsuits for the $166 billion owed to over 330,000 businesses.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

US CBP Says Its Systems Aren't Ready for Massive Tariff Refunds - TechRepublic

US Customs and Border Protection lacks digital infrastructure to process 53 million tariff refund claims worth $166 billion, requiring 4.4 million labor hours with existing systems.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

No lawsuits required: U.S. Customs is working on a system to refund tariffs

U.S. Customs is developing a streamlined refund system for unconstitutional tariffs, expecting completion within 45 days, avoiding individual lawsuits for the $166 billion owed to over 330,000 businesses.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

US CBP Says Its Systems Aren't Ready for Massive Tariff Refunds - TechRepublic

US Customs and Border Protection lacks digital infrastructure to process 53 million tariff refund claims worth $166 billion, requiring 4.4 million labor hours with existing systems.
#strait-of-hormuz
France news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Container ship declaring French ownership passes through Hormuz strait

A French-owned container ship successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant event amid ongoing regional tensions and Iranian maritime restrictions.
World news
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Global Shipping Will Take Months to Recover

Ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz offers hope, but global shipping disruptions and high energy prices will persist due to backlog.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz

Shipping companies require clarifications on mine risks and Iranian conditions before navigating the Strait of Hormuz, despite its announced reopening.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Europe looks to secure shipping in Strait of Hormuz

France and the UK are prepared to lead a mission to ensure navigation freedom in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement is reached.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

How many ships have passed the Strait of Hormuz and how many were attacked?

Ship-tracking data reveals significant maritime activity and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict and US sanctions on Iran.
World news
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Global Shipping Will Take Months to Recover

Ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz offers hope, but global shipping disruptions and high energy prices will persist due to backlog.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

With Hormuz under strain, a trade corridor built for resilience faces a real-world test | Fortune

IMEC is a multimodal system linking India, the Gulf, and Europe, enhancing resilience amid geopolitical tensions and infrastructure challenges.
Roam Research
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Spoofed Tankers Are Flooding the Strait of Hormuz. These Analysts Are Tracking Them

Disappearing ships in the Strait of Hormuz are linked to shadow fleets evading sanctions, with over half of vessels recently jamming their transponder signals.
Europe news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'He ate him without salt': Blockaded port boss berated by minister over his family firm's support for fuel protesters

Oil depot chief contacted by Culture Minister amid fuel protests blocking access to critical infrastructure.
#urban-logistics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Opinion: How Last-Mile Delivery Can Reduce NYC's Congestion

Accelerating the transition to sustainable urban logistics can reduce transportation emissions and congestion in New York City.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

The 2026 urban logistics challenge: Managing delivery hubs in the city - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Cities are becoming critical for delivery management due to e-commerce growth, requiring innovative logistics solutions to meet consumer expectations.
Business
fromQuartz
1 week ago

Diverse Offerings & Strategic Investments Aid OMC Amid Stiff Rivalry

Omnicom's diverse portfolio and strategic investments enhance operational efficiency and shareholder value, despite challenges from low liquidity and competition.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Amazon keeps 80% of USPS deliveries in new deal, over 1B packages yearly

Amazon's new agreement with the USPS allows it to retain about 80% of its existing deliveries, which translates to over 1 billion packages annually, showcasing the importance of this partnership.
E-Commerce
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Ship disaster victims deserve to have story told'

The sinking of the Princess Alice in 1878 resulted in over 700 deaths, yet remains largely forgotten despite its significance in maritime safety reforms.
Information security
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Cargo theft costs U.S. trucking $18 million a day and is 'unlike anything our industry has faced before,' logistics exec warns | Fortune

Cargo theft has become a significant threat to the U.S. supply chain, costing the industry billions annually.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Missing Cuba-bound aid boats arrive safely in Havana

"We were never in any real danger. It was not a very difficult journey. It's just a circuitous journey."
Miami food
Design
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Logistics Landscapes: The Architecture of the 24-Hour Supply Chain

Warehouses are the defining architecture of the 21st century, reshaping urban landscapes and logistics infrastructure significantly.
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

How Cruise Tourism Supports Global Port Economies

Cruise tourism significantly boosts port city economies through various sectors like hospitality, logistics, and local businesses.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Amazon, UPS, FedEx, USPS add temporary fuel surcharges to offset extra costs

"Transportation costs are a big factor there. Every company that is involved and has logistics and they have to pay for gas, either they have to absorb this cost, or they will charge the third party that will provide this service. I'm not surprised this is happening, because at some point, Amazon will say we cannot absorb all this cost."
Alternative transportation
World politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Trump risks confidence in U.S. role as guardian of global shipping | Fortune

Withdrawing US security from the Persian Gulf could disrupt global commerce and energy markets significantly.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

FedEx chooses partnerships over proprietary tech for its automation strategy | TechCrunch

FedEx partners with Berkshire Grey to develop robots for bulk package unloading, aiming to enhance warehouse automation.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Hormuz

The LPG tanker Green Sanvi has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant event for India's energy supply amid ongoing disruptions.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dozens of containers lost, damaged while en route to Port of Long Beach, Coast Guard says

32 shipping containers fell overboard from the OOCL Sunflower during heavy North Pacific weather, with 57 additional containers damaged upon arrival at Long Beach port.
fromAxios
1 month ago

USPS warning raises stakes for mail-order prescriptions, higher postage prices

The mail will stop if the agency can't meet its obligations. That includes critical deliveries like prescription drug packages. Postmaster General David Steiner warned lawmakers this week that USPS could run out of cash in less than 12 months without congressional action.
Media industry
Washington DC
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Amazon Plans to Slash USPS Shipments by Two-Thirds. Here's What That Means for the Postal Service.

Amazon plans to reduce USPS package shipments by two-thirds by fall, threatening the financially struggling postal service that delivered over one billion Amazon packages last year.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump temporarily waives century-old shipping law amid rising fuel costs

Trump waived the Jones Act for 60 days to allow foreign ships to transport cargo to US ports, aiming to reduce fuel costs, though critics argue it won't lower gasoline prices and may undermine labor and safety standards.
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

'Precarious' situation as damaged shipping containers arrive at Port of Long Beach

Aerial views showed multiple containers stacked and on the verge of dangerously teetering into the water, with many in uneven and awkward positions.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Paid IEEPA tariffs on overseas purchases? Here is what shipping companies are saying about refunds

After Trump ended the de minimis exemption last year, purchasing an item straight from an international vendor, regardless of the item's value, meant incurring International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs. Now, thanks to a ruling by the Supreme Court that overturned Trump's IEEPA tariffs, and a ruling by the Court of International Trade ruled that all tariffs paid under IEEPA must be returned, buyers may be able to collect a refund.
European startups
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 weeks ago

Shipping Firms Quietly Pay Iran Millions to Navigate Hormuz Corridor

Iran has begun extracting transit fees from commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with payments reportedly reaching as high as $2 million per voyage, creating an informal toll system.
World news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Why ISPM 15 Wood Packaging Compliance Still Catches Exporters Off Guard

In day-to-day operations, solid wood packaging is one of the most common inspection triggers. Compliance sits right at the point where your packing decisions, carrier handover, and border clearance all meet. When any of those three slip, you can end up with a shipment sitting in a depot while marks are verified or packaging is reworked.
Environment
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Sweden arrests Russian captain and seizes vessel with suspected stolen Ukrainian grain - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Swedish authorities arrested a Russian ship captain for presenting false maritime documents and violating maritime safety laws, with the vessel suspected of transporting stolen Ukrainian grain under sanctions.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The Hidden Costs of DIY Shipping: When to Switch to an Ecommerce Shipping Platform

DIY shipping becomes a business bottleneck as order volume grows, consuming excessive time and increasing errors while established shipping platforms automate processes and enable scalability.
#supply-chain-resilience
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Qatar can keep goods flowing amid tensions, customs chief says

Qatar maintains supply chain stability through strategic reserves, digital customs systems, and diversified import routes despite regional tensions.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Electric freight's next chapter will be won on discipline, not ambition

Electric trucks have proven capable of long-haul freight operations, shifting focus from feasibility to infrastructure, economics, and sustainable business models.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Policy Brief: Is Canada's trade infrastructure up to the task?

Canadian agricultural exports must diversify away from dependence on U.S. markets and constrained infrastructure to reduce trade risk and improve access to Asia and Europe.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Supplier Verification: A Practical Guide for Smarter Global Sourcing

Supplier verification is a strategic necessity in global trade, requiring thorough assessment of legal status, production capability, quality systems, financial stability, and regulatory compliance before establishing business relationships.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Logistics giant DP World replaces chief named in Epstein files

Sulayem's lengthy tenure at the helm of the logistics giant came to an end in a firestorm of controversy over his links with the disgraced financier, after recently declassified documents showed the pair had exchanged messages for years before and after Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to soliciting a minor for prostitution. The friendly exchanges between the two include discussions about deals and also mention bin Sulayem visiting Epstein's private island while sharing contacts in business and politics.
Business
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Digest: Google Faces Fresh EU Search Scrutiny; Alibaba's Qwen Processes 120 Million Orders in Six Days -

The European Commission has launched a new antitrust probe into Google, expanding its long-running scrutiny of the tech giant's advertising practices. Regulators suspect the company may be manipulating the pricing of its search ad auctions, potentially inflating clearing prices "to the detriment of advertisers," according to a February 9 letter sent to affected businesses and seen by Bloomberg. The investigation marks the latest in a series of EU actions against Google,
Marketing tech
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Bold new proposal would restore Brooklyn Marine Terminal to fully functional maritime hub

COLUMBIA STREET WATERFRONT DISTRICT - The City Club of New York trustee Tom Fox introduced on Tuesday a new to redevelop the 122-acre "all-maritime" proposal Brooklyn Marine Terminal situated on an industrial waterfront site stretching from Atlantic Avenue to Red Hook on the East River. Fox, co-founder of New York Water Taxi, the precursor to NYC Ferry Service, has numerous civic credits to his name, including spearheading the creation of the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway and co-founding the original Brooklyn Bridge Park Coalition.
New York City
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This new tech turns cargo ship exhaust into limestone

Modular containers by Seabound capture up to 95% of ship exhaust CO2 using lime pellets that convert emissions into limestone.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Russian captain found guilty in North Sea tanker collision

The Solong's captain, Vladimir Motin, was convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after his ship collided with the anchored Stena Immaculate, killing one sailor.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Some 60 French-owned or -flagged commercial ships blocked in Gulf

Approximately 60 vessels are trapped in the Persian Gulf unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, with crews sheltering in ports as Iranian forces close the strategic waterway.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Can I get a tariff refund from DHL, UPS, or FedEx after the Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariffs?

In a 6-3 ruling, the court wrote that Trump's actions were unprecedented, noting that Trump's attempt to use his "power to unilaterally impose unbounded tariffs and change them at will" overstepped the law, and that his administration's "view would represent a transformative expansion of the President's authority over tariff policy."
US politics
Business
fromFortune
2 months ago

How FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam is adapting to the era of 're-globalization' | Fortune

Fred Smith's leadership and culture of embracing change guided Raj Subramaniam as FedEx navigated founder succession and major tariff-driven disruptions to global logistics.
#panama-canal
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US bullying' could scupper carbon levy on shipping, warn experts

US pressure has successfully reversed Panama's support for a proposed carbon levy on shipping, threatening global efforts to reduce maritime greenhouse gas emissions.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Who needs data centers in space when they can float offshore? | TechCrunch

Aikido plans to deploy submerged data centers powered by offshore wind turbines to address AI infrastructure power demands and cooling challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

Maritime traffic through the strait, the narrow channel linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, has effectively been closed since strikes on Iran began. Some vessels have been diverted or delayed and ports and shipping companies are dealing with heightened security concerns and uncertainty.
World politics
E-Commerce
fromPractical Ecommerce
2 months ago

Low-Value Imports Upend E.U. Ecommerce

Surging low-value imports priced ≤€150 flood the E.U. ecommerce market, reshaping competition, pressuring logistics and customs, and normalizing ultra-low price expectations.
E-Commerce
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Dynamic Pricing Is Changing the Parcel Shipping Industry

Parcel shipping is shifting from periodic static rates to continuous dynamic pricing that adjusts rates by demand, capacity, and shipper profile, similar to airlines.
World politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Tons of goods are stuck around the Middle East amid shipping and air chaos

US-Israel military strikes on Iran are causing major shipping lines to suspend services, reroute vessels, and impose war risk surcharges, disrupting global supply chains across critical trade corridors.
World news
fromFortune
2 months ago

The U.S. has 3 of the world's 240 icebreakers, the crucial shipping technology that would unlock Greenland | Fortune

U.S. plans for Greenland are constrained by pervasive Arctic ice and a critical shortage of icebreakers, leaving limited, geopolitically fraught procurement options.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Shipping giant MSC facilitates trade from Israeli settlements through EU

MSC facilitated at least 957 shipments from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank to the United States in 2025, using European ports.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

China warns Panama as Hong Kong firm contests ruling on canal ports

CK Hutchison initiated international arbitration after Panama's top court annulled its contract to operate two Panama Canal ports.
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