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Transport Strike in Karachi Halts Port Activity and Disrupts Supply Chain

Complete Halt in Cargo Movement from Karachi Ports Heavy goods transporters have suspended all operations from Karachi’s major ports, including KICT, SAPT, KGTL, and Port Qasim, in response to a regulatory enforcement drive on vehicle fitness and safety compliance. As of today, the movement of approximately...

Early Transpacific Peak Season Begins Amid Tariff Rollback and Trade Volatility

The transpacific container trade is entering an early peak season following President Trump’s recent 90-day tariff rollback on electronic consumer goods. The move, which delays the implementation of reciprocal tariffs until July 9 while maintaining a base rate of 10% and increasing tariffs on Chinese...

US Tariffs Reshape Global Supply Chains as Shippers Scramble to Adapt

As the United States moves forward with new tariffs, global shippers are now recalibrating their logistics and supply chains in real time. These sweeping trade policy changes are already driving shifts in routing, sourcing, and freight strategy—forcing businesses to reassess long-term plans with urgency. The latest...

Halifax Port Making Progress in Reducing Rail Congestion, but Challenges Remain

PSA Halifax has provided an official update on the ongoing rail congestion at the Atlantic Hub Terminal, reporting significant progress despite severe winter challenges. As of February 27, 2025, PSA Halifax, in collaboration with CN Rail, has reduced the grounded rail backlog by nearly 40%, bringing...

CPKC and Unifor Reach Tentative Agreement, Averting Strike

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and Unifor have reached a tentative four-year collective agreement, just over a day before a potential strike could have disrupted operations. The agreement, announced late Monday, covers approximately 1,200 mechanical employees represented by Unifor across Canada. These employees include mechanics, labourers,...

Tentative Agreement Reached – CN Rail Strike Averted

Canadian National Railway and IBEW Reach Tentative Four-Year Deal A potential disruption to Canada’s rail network has been avoided following the announcement of a tentative agreement between Canadian National Railway (CN) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). The agreement comes as a relief to...

Impending CN Rail Strike and Its Potential Impact on Canadian Supply Chains

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), representing approximately 750 signals and communications employees at Canadian National Railway (CN), has issued a 72-hour strike notice. If no agreement is reached, the union will go on strike starting Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The union, backed by a...

Port of Halifax Rail Congestion Update: Modernization and Operational Challenges

The Port of Halifax, specifically the PSA Halifax Atlantic Hub Terminal, has been experiencing prolonged rail congestion since December 2024. The increased import rail dwell times are a result of modernization efforts, seasonal pressures, and external disruptions. Key Factors Contributing to Congestion Modernization Initiatives:The launch of a...

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