Bi-weekly Freight Updates - January: latest news and updates on the worldwide supply chain
The worldwide supply chain is constantly changing. As we continue dealing with the fallout of pandemic-related supply chain issues, fluctuations in prices, labour disruptions, logistic delays, and port congestion persist. We provide you with freight updates that include some of the latest industry news, helping to keep you on top of the dynamic global supply chain landscape.
India agrees to boost trade and strategic ties with UAE amid reginal tensions
India and the UAE finalised a series of agreements on Monday, hoping to double bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2032. The meeting largely focused on strengthening cooperation across trade, energy, defense and emerging technologies, India's foreign secretary Vikram Misri told reporters, reaffirming the comprehensive strategic ties that has expanded over the past decade. Read more.
Supreme Court may declare ruling on tariff legality
On January 9, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States was expected to issue a decision regarding the legal basis for imposing certain U.S. tariffs. The case relates to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and whether it authorizes the U.S. President to impose global tariffs without congressional approval. Read more.
Canada to allow Chinese EVs to trickle in while China reduces canola tariffs
Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with President of China Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China. Carney ushered in a 'new era' in the Sino-Canadian relationship. Read more.
Trump delays increased tariffs on furniture, kitchen cabinets for a year
President Trump signed a proclamation delaying the increase in tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities for a year as talks continue. Only the 25% tariff imposed in September will remain in effect. Read more.
Fast-tracked project schedules boost heavy-lift air freight volumes
Air freight specialists are predicting buoyant times ahead for project cargo as shippers seek certainty amid geopolitical and trade upheaval. Shippers are increasingly balancing out the extra cost of using air freight against the penalties or costs of a project being delivered late if they opt for sea freight, experts say. Read more.
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