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Analistas prevén que el precio del dólar llegue a un rango de $3.200 al cierre del año
La divisa estadounidense cerró la semana en $3.316,7, subió $78,87 frente al lunes; superó la barrera de $3.300 y tocó un máximo no visto desde hace seis semanas
“Temu y Shein son una forma maquillada de contrabando mediante pedidos pequeños”
Elizabeth Acuña, directora ejecutiva de Acovedi, pide bajar de US$200 a US50 tope de envíos internacionales sin impuestos, por ser competencia desleal
El IVA y los envíos de bajo valor
El control también debe llegar a las redes que organizan el ingreso y la distribución de mercancías de contrabando
Antes de la intensidad, conciencia
Ahora el cuerpo está listo para comenzar a moverse con mayor intensidad. Pero hay una diferencia importante: ya no buscamos movernos por movernos. Queremos hacerlo con intención
Agencia de Desarrollo Rural y Socodevi estructuran un convenio para impulsar el cacao del Cesar con respaldo de Canadá
La cooperación en construcción apunta a la adaptación climática y a la exportación en la Serranía del Perijá y la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
Los ingresos reales para el alojamiento disminuyeron 9,8% en septiembre
Este comportamiento está explicado principalmente por Cartagena (-12,4%), Región Eje Cafetero (-36,7%) y Bogotá, D. C. (-5,8%)
Posible arancel a importación de llantas chinas: la alternativa que podría reducir hasta 41,7 % los costos
La vida útil puede cambiar el costo real de operación, según un análisis de Acoplásticos.
Internacionales
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Record Asia imports, BNSF woes worsen Southern California rail dwells
Those volumes began moving inland from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach just as back-to-back storms in late October and early November caused major flooding and disrupted operations along BNSF’
Port Saint John dockworkers, employers look to head off January strike
Longshore workers at the Canadian port rejected a recent contract proposal and authorized a strike if the current round of negotiations does not result in an agreement.
Warehousing demand intensifying in major US logistics markets
Markets in the Midwest, in particular, saw industrial real estate vacancy rates drop in the third quarter, with reports indicating a stronger flow of goods through warehouses.
Back-to-Back Million+ TEU Months at PoLA Set Record
From June through October, the Port processed nearly 5 million TEUs, the strongest five-month stretch in its history.
Asia Buys up African, Brazilian Oil as Shipping Costs Fall
Last month, Asia's oil costs surged after freight rates across all types of tankers hit record levels.
Asia-Europe demand, congestion support rates ahead of ocean contract talks
Elevated pricing in the fourth quarter comes as shippers on the westbound trade lane prepare for annual long-term rate negotiations with carriers.
Pre-Lunar New Year cargo surge could bring congestion, delays: Yang Ming
Supply chains, particularly in Asia, are only just recovering from delays and port congestion caused in large part by severe storms in Asia between July and September.
China Trade Surplus Crests $1T Mark in 2026
Exports exceeded imports by $105.3 billion in October, although that was down from the previous month, when the country recorded...
CBP issues interim rule to heighten scrutiny of foreign importers
Under the rule, which takes effect in early January, licensed customs brokers will be responsible for verifying that their overseas clients meet the qualifications of a US importer of record before fi
US retailers upgrade Q4 import forecast even as extended peak winds down
The National Retail Federation said US ports in September ended up handling 2.37 million TEUs, making it the busiest month of 2026 and the third-busiest in the history of its Global Port Tracker.
NVIDIA to Work With Supply Chain Partners to Boost Production
The company is hoping to increase its manufacturing capacity for the components that support its chips by 2.5 times over the next...
Bangladesh apparel factory disruptions threaten carrier volume targets
With fresh export shipments in a state of flux amid widespread protests, carrier executives in Bangladesh reported limited container bookings and gate-ins for loading in the last few days.
Maersk raises earnings guidance for third time on freight rates, strong Q4 outlook
And CEO Vincent Clerc indicated the current high-rate environment bodes well for 2027 contract renewals, especially on the Asia-Europe trade.
Early Lunar New Year set to drive up December ocean demand on Asia-Europe
China’s most important holiday begins on Feb. 6, 11 days earlier than this year, which will prompt exporters to lock in bookings sooner and push up rates, analysts and forwarders say.
U.S. Midterm Rout Unlikely to Change Trump’s Trade Policy
One change that would benefit the global supply chain, if the incoming Democrats put their shoulder to the wheel: the war in Iran...
EU, U.K. Reach Draft Deal to Cut Red Tape for Food Exports
If approved, the agreement would represent the most significant reset of post-Brexit policies to date.
Zim launches third China-USWC express service to tap freight surge
The latest express service from the carrier comes as spot rates in the eastbound trans-Pacific hover near their 2026 high late into the traditional peak shipping season.
BNSF boosts New Mexico manpower to manage freight flow after flood
The railroad is metering the movement of containers destined for inland hubs in order not to overwhelm the terminals with cargo; it could be another week before service returns to normal.
USTR urged to suspend Chinese ship fees until January or later
Almost all of the groups that submitted comments to the US Trade Representative said fees targeting China’s maritime industry would hurt an array of US industries due to higher transportation costs an
Thailand Eyes Expanding its Largest Port to Meet Trade Boom
The port, about 120 kilometers southeast of Bangkok, is a key harbor for cargo ships transporting manufactured goods from Thailand’s...
Is It the ‘Bogeyman’? How Procurement Should Address Fear of AI
It’s no surprise that AI is playing an increasingly important role in global supply chains, especially for procurement. But is...
Eliminating a Supply Chain ‘Blind Spot’: Georgia-Pacific Automates Its Yard-Management Operations
GP's logistics team looked to decision-intelligence provider project44 for implementation support and configuration of an automated...
Japan’s Omron Targets India for Manufacturing, Exports Push
Omron expects India’s rapid economic growth and rising manufacturing activity to fuel demand for its factory automation products...
How Logistics Teams Can Reduce Manual Paperwork and Shipment Delays
Addressing manual paperwork is as much a means of improving administrative inefficiencies as it is a way to increase supply chain...
LA, Long Beach Ports Weigh LNG and Methanol for Cleaner Shipping
Both LNG and methanol offer attractive pathways to cutting emissions from maritime vessels, depending on how the fuels are produced...
