CBP Announces 2025 Inflation-Adjusted Customs Fees
The adjustments to CBP’s structure of customs charges reflect a 3.35% inflation increase and cover a wide range of transport and administrative-related fees.
The China Surtax Order (2024) Goes into Effect in Canada Today
This significant surtax will impact imports of electric and hybrid cars, trucks, and buses and aims to protect both Canadian workers and EV supply chains.
Port of Montreal Strike Anticipated After Longshoremen File Strike Notice
Many shipping companies have already redirected cargo away from the Port of Montreal due to recent disputes between employers and workers.
Another Possible CARM Delay with Concerns Raised Over CBSA Readiness
This comes only days before the planned Release 3 transition and cutoff period, where the CARM portal will be unavailable for trade chain partners.
Canadian Importers and Shippers Brace for China’s Golden Week 2024
With a pre-Golden Week rush pushing up freight rates, Canadian importers and shippers are looking at backlogs, higher costs, and capacity constraints.
U.S. Port Strike on the East and Gulf Coasts Likely by October 1
Unless a last-minute deal is reached, the strike could freeze operations at up to 14 key ports and significantly affect the U.S. economy.
The USDA Tightens Regulations on Organic Imports into the U.S.
The new regulations help maintain the highest standards in organic trade and guarantee all U.S. organic imports meet the criteria set by the National Organic Program.
CBP Reschedules ACE Automation of the $800 De Minimis Threshold to January 2025
By postponing deployment, CBP will be able to implement the automated rejection of de minimis shipments above $800 without disrupting the flow of trade.
Last-Minute Deal Between Air Canada and ALPA Stops Pilot Strike
The tentative four-year agreement has not been publicized yet and is awaiting a ratification vote by the union’s 5,400 members.
Air Canada Pilot Strike Anticipated on September 15 with Negotiations Stalled
With no sign of reaching a deal yet, the looming strike by 5,400 pilots would potentially ground 1,000 flights and impact 120,000 passengers each day.
