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Premier Alliance Pulls Jacksonville Off EC2 Map: What the HMM/ONE/Yang Ming Move Means for U.S. East-Coast Shippers

The vessel-sharing Premier Alliance (HMM, Ocean Network Express, and Yang Ming) has quietly deleted Jacksonville (Florida) from its EC2 service rotation effective with the next sailing. Shippers with booked cargo must re-route to Savannah or Charleston, adding 2–3 days inland transit.

Hamburg Rail Closures: Port Authority to Shut Container-Access Tracks in August and October

The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) has announced temporary closures of several rail links between the city’s container terminals and inland destinations in August and October 2025. The engineering works will disrupt intermodal services and may add up to 72 hours to transit times. Shippers are urged to review routing plans now.

Trump Slaps 25%-40% Tariffs on 14 Nations - Global Freight Forwarders Brace for Supply Chain Shockwaves

Trump imposes 25-40% tariffs on 14 nations (Japan, SK, ASEAN, Africa, E. Europe) effective Aug 1, 2025. Exempts US-made goods; threatens retaliation for counter-tariffs. Extends "reciprocal tariff" grace period. SunnyWorldwide Logistics warns of supply chain disruptions: nearshoring surges, transshipment crackdowns & 15-20% freight cost spikes. Urges route audits by July 15.

U.S. Imposes 504.07% Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese Hardwood and Decorative Plywood

Starting from June 11, 2025, the United States has imposed an anti-dumping duty of 504.07% on hardwood and decorative plywood originating from China. The duty is calculated based on the port of entry clearance time. The U.S. Customs has also initiated an investigation into anti-dumping and countervailing duties on such products from China, Indonesia, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Importers and logistics providers handling these products should be aware of the new regulations.

China Eastern Airlines to Launch Direct Auckland-Buenos Aires Flights

China Eastern Airlines (MU) has announced plans to open a new direct route between Auckland (AKL) and Buenos Aires (EZE), starting [Month] 2025. Key details: ✔ Frequency: 2x weekly (Wednesdays & Saturdays) ✔ Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner (242 seats) ✔ Transit Advantage: First direct Asia-South America link via NZ ✔ Significance: Will cut current travel time by 5+ hours vs one-stop routes

Europe’s Port Congestion Reaches Post-COVID Peak: How Global Forwarding Freight Providers Navigate Supply Chain Turbulence

As Europe’s major ports—including Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Hamburg—grapple with the worst congestion since the COVID-19 pandemic, global forwarding freight operations face unprecedented delays. Vessels now wait 66-77 hours on average to berth, with container ships like the Mediterranean Aisha lingering off the North Sea for 48 hours, highlighting a crisis that industry experts warn could persist for months.