by J.M. Rodgers Co. | Oct 13, 2025 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: US retailers forecast monthly containerized imports below 2 million TEUs through February As import volumes trend down, US inland trucking capacity tightens and spot rates increase In response to US charges, China’s Ministry of Transport announces plans...
by J.M. Rodgers Co. | Oct 7, 2025 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: At Inland ‘25 Distribution Conference, US trucking industry experts predict weak Q4, rebound in ‘26 US LTL carriers’ famously strong discipline on pricing starting to crack amid prolonged low demand Trump administration announces new Section 232 tariffs on...
by J.M. Rodgers Co. | Oct 1, 2025 | Import/Export News, Industry News, Tariffs
On September 29, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, imposing tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and derivative wood products. Commerce’s findings: Heavy foreign dependence on wood products is weakening U.S....
by J.M. Rodgers Co. | Sep 30, 2025 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: Ocean carriers on the trans-Pacific trade routes blank October sailings in bid to stop rate plummet After CUPW workers go on strike, Canada Post suspends all mail and parcel services nationwide Federal appeals court strikes down FMC rule limiting who...
by J.M. Rodgers Co. | Sep 22, 2025 | Industry News, Supply Chain Roundup
This week: Following brief surge earlier in the month, Trans-Pacific container spot rates on the way back down White House seeks comment on expanding the scope of tariffs on steel, aluminum, and auto parts Despite tariffs and trade uncertainty, cargo volumes remain...
