Current Position | Weekly Briefing August 19th - 25th

Market HighlightsCBP Updates Guidance on Entry Summary Ordering for Multiple HTS ClassificationsAmended Customs regulations take effect on 10 September 2026Berthing delay at congested Shanghai and Ningbo now hitting 10 days - The LoadstarPort delays swallow 1.7m TEU as European congestion bites | trans.infoChinese Container Liners Head for Profit Jump as Rates SurgeWorldACD weekly air cargo trends (week 34) - 2026Navi Mumbai Int'l Airport welcomes first foreign freighter cargo - The Economic TimesTransportation capacity contraction slows in August - FreightWavesEuropean transport changes coming in September 2026 | trans.infoArticles of InterestCanada excludes US seafood from retaliatory tariffsBorder Patrol sweep in Arizona arrests 143, including 95 truck drivers with CDLs in U.S. illegally - FreightWavesHonda says it may not build new plant in North America without trade deal extensionMiddle East crisis hits freight with diesel and capacity squeeze | trans.infoGermany plans 1,725 more truck parking spaces | trans.infoCalifornia police investigate $70K beer cargo theft after fraudulent pickups - FreightWavesEventsSept. 3 - Canada's New Counter-Tariffs: Preparing for the ImpactSept. 16 - Mission Critical: AOGs in Aviation & AerospaceSept. 22 – U.S. Customs Market UpdateExpeditors Securities and Exchange Commission Filings

Market HighlightsTrump Administration Launches Sweeping New Iran Sanctions Campaign Targeting Shipping and Oil TradeIran and Oman Unveil Framework for Future Management of Strait of HormuzCBP Issues Guidance for Section 338 Tariffs on CanadaCanada announces retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods, unveils support measuresCMA CGM | INTERMODAL | Inland Emergency FeeRhine Water Rises Sharply After Rain, Ships Able to Load More CargoPanama Canal new capacity cuts put US ports on notice - FreightWavesNew EU customs rules for low-value imports reshaping traffic flowsBREAKING: States score win in fight over federal access to CDL driver database - FreightWavesGermany roadworks: economic impact to guide repairs | trans.infoDutch truck toll to jump by over 30% in January | trans.infoArticles of InterestNew return: Another container line is back in the Red Sea - FreightWavesMalacca Strait States Will Keep Waters ‘Free, Open and Safe’Brazil puts Hapag-Lloyd–ZIM deal on the clock | trans.infoCommodity Vessel Transits Through Strait of Hormuz Hit Three-Month Low, Data ShowsChina, Indonesia agree to boost military ties, work closer on minerals, energy and techDFDS freight volumes fall 3.2% as Channel market weakens | trans.infoPort of Montreal Contrecoeur expansion project reaches major milestone with the start of in-water construction workTurkey Braces For Potential Gas Squeeze as U.S. Targets Iran TradeEventsSept. 1 – Breaking Down the U.S. Customs Enforcement Executive Order (Asia)Sept. 2 – Breaking Down the U.S. Customs Enforcement Executive Order (Europe)

In this week's episode of The Expeditors Podcast, titled "Current Position | Weekly Briefing August 12th - 18th," I delve into the latest developments affecting global trade and supply chains. From the U.S. government's push for AI-driven customs enforcement to the UK’s transition of customs checks at Dover, I cover significant regulatory changes. I also explore the rising container rates amidst ongoing disruptions, including low water levels impacting the Rhine River, which are causing congestion and increased costs in Europe. Join me as I provide insights from our Senior Vice President of Global Ocean, Adam Cord, on navigating these challenges and planning for future logistics strategies. Tune in to stay informed and ahead in the dynamic world of global supply chain management.

Market HighlightsUS refunds $100 billion in tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, filing shows | AJOT.COMBrazil Announces Efforts for Economic Agreements with China and South KoreaGemini Cooperation expands return to Suez Canal | trans.infoAsia-US East Coast box rate hits new high of $9,400 - FreightWavesEuropean air cargo demand continues to fall following EU’s stricter import rules - Air Cargo NewsWorldACD Weekly Air Cargo Trends 2026 - week 31 - WorldACDMexico plans major expansion of busiest cross-border truck crossing - FreightWavesArticles of InterestSingapore says exports worth $7.4 billion affected by new U.S. tariffs | AJOT.COMDiesel theft wave hits Italian hauliers | trans.infoWhite House Announces Section 232 Tariffs on Polysilicon and Derivative ProductsBritish hauliers move more freight with fewer empty runs | trans.infoAfter sidelining 26,000 truck drivers, FMCSA seeks to lock in English rules - FreightWavesCanadian province removes 20 unsafe trucking companies from roadways - FreightWavesTrump extends Jones Act waiver; direct effect “pennies per gallon,” say analysts - FreightWavesUpcoming EventsAug. 19 – Incoterms Basics 2020Aug. 25 – U.S. Customs & Trade Update for Japanese CompaniesAug. 26 – Breaking Down the Customs Enforcement Executive OrderSept. 2 – Breaking Down the U.S. Customs Enforcement Executive Order (Europe)

Market HighlightsEU packaging rules are changing: what importers need in place by August 2026 | trans.infoCBP Deploys Entry Type 13 Test and ResourcesCarrier Discounts Push Container Spot Rates Lower Ahead of August GRIsOcean Market MonitorWorldACD Weekly Air Cargo Trends 2026 - week 30 - WorldACDTrucking coalition says 194,000 non-domiciled CDLs affected by carrier reforms - FreightWavesFrance relaxes driving-time rules for wildfire transport | trans.infoArticles of InterestU.S. and Jordan Sign Agreement on Reciprocal TradePort Authority of New York and New Jersey reports facility volumes for first half of 2026Strong finish: Ocean Network Express lifts full-year profit outlook to ~$900MAs diesel futures plummet, DOE/EIA benchmark rises a 4th straight week to $5.348/galContainer spot rates fall as capacity growth pressures freight ratesChapman Freeborn launches in-house ICS2 declaration service for EU-bound cargoChinese state traders make large U.S. soybean purchases; USDA confirms ~488k tonsEventsAug. 13 – U.S. Customs Market UpdateAug. 19 – Incoterms Basics 2020Aug. 25 – U.S. Customs & Trade Update for Japanese CompaniesAug. 26 – Breaking Down the Customs Enforcement Executive Order

Market Highlights:Importers sue over forced labor tariffs on 60 economies - FreightWavesOffice of Public Affairs | Trade Fraud Task Force Surpasses $1 Billion in Recoveries and Charged Losses in Less Than One Year | United States Department of JusticeTraders Seek Measured Approach on Customs Enforcement | Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.War sends Asia-US ocean rates soaring 234% since February - FreightWavesNew test program puts nuclear container ships on the horizon - FreightWavesShipbuilders could see billions of dollars from defense spending bill - FreightWavesRates continue to fall but still up on last year - Air Cargo NewsTariff transition tests supply-chain visibility as Section 301 takes effect - Air Cargo WeekHong Kong to Europe volumes slump as new EU rules kick in - Air Cargo WeekBrokers rethink carrier selection process after court decisions - Truck NewsECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trucking supply and demand align in June, but spot rates continue July pullback - Truck NewsU.S.-Canada bridge opens in Detroit as trade disputes test tiesArticles of Interest:USTR Announces Forced Labor Enforcement Section 301 TariffsBenchmark price is up, futures down, diesel on its ownGeopolitics helps CMA CGM shipping profit soar 42%Events:July 29 – 2026 Mid-Year Outlook - presented by Onyx (Americas)July 30 – 2026 Mid-Year Outlook - presented by Onyx (Europe)July 30 – 2026 Mid-Year Outlook - presented by Onyx (Asia)August 13 – U.S. Customs Market Update

Market Highlights:EU Commission Issues New Tariff MeasuresContainer ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Iran widens war - FreightWavesTrump Reinstates Iran Blockade, Declares U.S. 'Guardian of Hormuz,' And Calls for 20% Cargo FeeIran conflict drives up Asia-US container rate by 276% - FreightWavesHong Kong-Europe air cargo volumes plummet - Air Cargo NewsRussia, Strait of Hormuz combining to drive diesel higher after declines - FreightWavesArticles of Interest:Ships turn back as Iran restricts Strait of Hormuz traffic | trans.info2M+ import containers to set new record, say retailers - FreightWavesOFAC Revokes Iran General LicenseCanada trade gets lifeline as Gordie Howe bridge set to open - FreightWavesFreighter trial flights take place at soon-to-open Western Sydney - Air Cargo NewsIndiana State Police recover 12 stolen truckloads worth more than $11 million - FreightWavesSavannah opens last piece in project to ease port truck traffic - FreightWavesSection 232 Aerospace Investigation Results in No TariffsDP World plans UAE port, container terminal to bypass Strait of Hormuz: Report - FreightWavesBelgium plans €100 road vignette for vans from May 2027 | trans.infoChicago Rockford International Airport marks groundbreaking of 334,800-square-foot Hillwood logistics development | AJOT.COMEvents:July 21 - Incoterms 101July 29 - 2026 Mid-Year Outlook -presented by Onyx(Americas)July 30 - 2026 Mid-Year Outlook -presented by Onyx (Europe)July 30 - 2026 Mid-Year Outlook -presented by Onyx (Asia)

"Where's my stuff?" It's probably the oldest question in logistics, and today the answer is more important than ever as the global shipping crisis continues to rage on. As we gain more visibility in our lives through the tracking of online orders, what solutions are out there for shippers? How do you choose the right one? Jose Ubeda, Senior Vice President of Digital Solutions at Expeditors, shares his perspectives and observations over his 37 year career in logistics and how the needs around visibility have grown in complexity. Guest: Jose Ubeda - Senior Vice President, Digital Solution (at 3:54, Jose is referring to Jeff Musser, CEO of Expeditors) 4:19 - Changes over the decades 7:11 - The customer's world today 9:21 - Is logistics behind? 13:37 - How to explain visibility 15:29 - Visibility technology landscape 20:33 - Closing thoughts Expeditors | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

Since the global shipping crisis of 2020, software as a service (SaaS) offerings for visibility have become increasingly popular. Michelle Weaver, Senior Vice President of Order Management, talks about the problems customers are trying to solve with SaaS, and how to understand the resiliency of your supply chain through an assessment of people, process, and technology. 1:10 - 2020 to now 4:25 - Have customers regained control? 8:34 - People, process, and technology; which model are you? 15:56 - Have SaaS evolved? 17:14 - Fragility in people, process, and technology 19:12 - Customers' takeaways 21:05 - Closing thoughts Guest: Michelle Weaver - Senior Vice President, Order Management Expeditors | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Horizon Blog

Jamie Lansdell, Regional Manager of North America in our Automotive and Mobility vertical, discusses the impacts, responses, and realizations of the automotive industry as it finds its way through an incredibly challenging time as the world is engrossed with strain on capacity and an overwhelming demand for semiconductor chips. Guest: Jamie Lansdell - Regional Manager of North America, Automotive & Mobility Vertical 6:17 - Chip Shortage Overview 8:48 - Impacts on the automotive industry 10:38 - The response and solutions 18:43 - Electric Vehicle's response 22:06 - Support from logistics and freight forwarding partners 27:43 - Supply chain questions being raised 31:12 - Closing thoughts Expeditors | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram