USTR Announces Final Assessment of Port Fees on Chinese Vessels

USTR Announces Final Assessment of Port Fees on Chinese Vessels

The US Trade Representative issued its final assessment of port fees on Chinese operators and vessels on Thursday April 17, 2025. This decision follows the original recommendations made in February, targeting China’s dominance of the maritime sector. The fees announced on Thursday represent significant changes from the original issuance, taking into account public comments and…

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4/15 & 5/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

4/15 & 5/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective April 15, 2025, and May 1, 2025. These GRIs will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. April 15, 2025: General Rate Increase – Transpacific Eastbound To all…

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3/15 & 4/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

3/15 & 4/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective March 15, 2025, and April 1, 2025. These GRIs will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. March 15, 2025: General Rate Increase – Transpacific Eastbound To all…

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2/15 & 3/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

2/15 & 3/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective February 15, 2025, and March 1, 2025. These GRIs will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. February 15, 2025: General Rate Increase – Transpacific Eastbound To all…

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East & Gulf Coast Strike Averted: ILA & USMX Secure Master Contract

East & Gulf Coast Strike Averted: ILA & USMX Secure Master Contract

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached an agreement on a Master Contract, bringing relief to the shipping industry and averting the potential January 15 strike. This agreement, which is now pending ratification, marks a significant milestone in labor relations within the maritime sector. The industry will be…

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2/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

2/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective February 1, 2025. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective February 1, 2025 Equip.USD20…

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1/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

1/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective January 15, 2025. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective January 15, 2025 Equip.USD20…

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1/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

1/1 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective January 1, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective January 1, 2024 Equip.USD20…

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12/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

12/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective December 15, 2024. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective December 15, 2024 Equip.USD20…

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