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New U.S. Customs Rule Takes Effect: The End of DDP Gray Zone Shipping
Starting March 20, 2026, all U.S. import declarations must be linked to a valid and verifiable Importer of Record (IOR). Unverified or non-compliant IORs will no longer be accepted, and shipments without a valid IOR may face customs rejection, cargo delays, or seizure. This regulation directly targets the long-standing DDP gray-zone logistics model widely used in China-USA shipping.
What's Changing in Ocean Freight for 2026: Trade Shifts and Capacity Adjustments
China's exports to the U.S. declined by roughly 19.5% in 2025, while exports to ASEAN increased 14%, Europe rose 9%, and Africa grew over 25%. Red Sea rerouting has reduced effective global capacity by approximately 9%. Carriers are managing supply through blank sailings, slower speeds, and network adjustments. Southeast Asia has become a core logistics hub as companies diversify sourcing.
IATA: Global Air Cargo Demand Up 5.6% in January 2026
IATA data shows total air cargo demand rose 5.6% year-on-year in January 2026. Asia-Pacific carriers led with 7.8% growth, Europe saw 6.9% increase, and Middle East grew 9.3%. North America was the only region showing a decline at -0.5%. The Europe-Asia trade lane recorded 15.2% growth, marking 35 consecutive months of expansion. Africa saw the strongest growth at 18.2%.
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Tariffs Trigger Major Supply Chain Reset: Companies Diversify Sourcing
A new research survey from STG Logistics finds that tariff disruptions in 2025 triggered widespread supply chain adjustments. Companies are actively diversifying sourcing strategies and rethinking logistics networks. The shift from single-source dependency to multi-origin procurement is accelerating, with Southeast Asia, India, and Mexico emerging as key alternative manufacturing hubs.
US-China Tariff Update: 178 Product Exclusions Extended to November 2026
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has extended tariff exclusions on 178 Chinese products until November 10, 2026. Meanwhile, the Court of International Trade ordered CBP to liquidate all unliquidated entries without IEEPA duties and re-liquidate previously liquidated entries. The tariff refund process for affected importers is now underway as customs systems adapt to process large-scale repayments.
Jones Act Temporary Waiver: Foreign Vessels Allowed in U.S. Domestic Trade
President Trump issued a 60-day temporary waiver for the Jones Act, allowing foreign-flagged vessels to transport oil, LNG, fertilizer, coal, and other critical commodities between U.S. ports until May 17, 2026. The waiver was issued in response to the Iran conflict and aims to ensure domestic supply chain stability. Foreign vessels operating under this waiver must still comply with other applicable U.S. laws.
DHL: Global Ocean Demand Rose 4% in 2025, Asia Trades Lead Growth
According to DHL Global Forwarding's latest ocean freight market update, global ocean demand rose by 4% in 2025, driven by stronger secondary trades out of Asia. Growth is expected across most routes except North American imports, which face headwinds from tariff uncertainties and shifting sourcing patterns. Carriers continue to adjust capacity deployment in response to evolving trade flows.
2026 Air Freight Market Outlook: Precision Over Scale
The airfreight industry is entering a new phase in 2026 where speed alone won't guarantee success. After a turbulent 2025 shaped by geopolitical tensions, tariff disruptions, and Red Sea rerouting, the market now favors carriers and forwarders who can offer precision, targeted capacity, and data-driven decision making over those who simply compete on volume and scale.
Section 301 Investigation on China Maritime & Logistics Suspended for One Year
Beginning November 10, 2025, the U.S. suspended the Section 301 investigation targeting China's Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for one year. This provides temporary relief for Chinese logistics operators and shipping companies. However, the investigation could resume, and industry participants should continue monitoring developments and maintaining compliance readiness.
2026 Global Trade Compliance Guide: Tariffs, HS Updates & Carbon Rules
A comprehensive guide to global trade compliance in 2026 covering tariff uncertainty, upcoming HS 2027 code updates, carbon compliance requirements (including EU CBAM), and data-driven best practices. Importers and exporters must prepare for increased documentation requirements, stricter origin verification, and new environmental compliance obligations across major trading blocs.
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