March 9, 2026 admin

Logistics eNews: Join Us in Antalya for the G7 Logistics Conference, Trump Tariffs Fall, Container Rates at Risk in Iran War


Tuesday, March 9, 2026

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Join us at the G7 Logistics Conference

The G7 Logistics Networks Annual Conference is an international event that brings together professionals from the logistics and freight-forwarding industry to build partnerships and expand their global business networks. Held annually, the conference features scheduled one-to-one meetings, networking sessions, and social events that allow companies from around the world to connect, collaborate, and explore new business opportunities within the global logistics community. Join us April 22 – 25 in Antalya, Turkey.

Iran Conflict Disrupts Ocean, Air Cargo Networks

Due to the ongoing Iran–U.S.–Israel conflict causing regional instability, ocean and air cargo carriers have suspended some Middle East services, and businesses should expect longer lead times, limited capacity, higher rates, and continued supply chain volatility.

Transportation Sector in Limbo After Trump Tariffs Fall

After the Supreme Court struck down several international trade tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, a major question for the transportation sector is whether and how the federal government will refund the billions of dollars collected while those tariffs were in place.

Shipping Lines Cut Mideast Routes Posing Risk to Trade Flows

The world’s largest container shipping companies are redirecting vessels away from the Persian Gulf as an escalating military conflict between the U.S.-Israeli alliance and Iran raises fears of disruptions to global trade.

Laredo Secures $58M Rail Grant to Speed Up Texas Border Freight

The Texas Transportation Commission awarded $160.4 million from a new state rail fund, with Laredo receiving the largest share at $58.51 million for a major transportation corridor project. The funding is part of the first round of the $250 million Texas Off System Rail Grade Separation State Fund Program created by Senate Bill 1555 to improve rail crossings often blocked by freight trains.

Here’s Where Container Rates Will Go in Extended Iran War

The passage says that rising conflict between the U.S. and Iran is disrupting global shipping. Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route into the Persian Gulf, which has slowed vessel movement and caused congestion at nearby ports. As the conflict enters its second week, these delays risk spreading through the global supply chain.

Tariff Refund System in Development but Will Take Time

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is developing a system to refund tariffs that were ruled unlawful, but officials say it will take time due to the large number of importers and entries involved. The agency expects to use its ACE system to process aggregated electronic refunds with interest, though technical setup and administrative steps may delay payments.

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