US 25% Tariffs Announced! Trump Makes Midnight Move — Effective August 1

On July 7 (local time), former U.S. President Donald Trump made a surprise late-night announcement on social media, releasing letters addressed to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. In the statement, Trump declared that the United States will impose a 25% tariff on all Japanese and South Korean imports starting […]

Efficient Steel Coil & Plate Loading at Qingdao Port

Our team successfully handled heavy steel coils and plates using advanced crane systems, ensuring safe and fast loading for export shipment. We always guarantee professional cargo handling and timely delivery to support our global customers.

US Customs Exams and Hold Types

1. What is Customs? Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, multiple agencies—including Border Patrol, Immigration and Naturalization Services, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and U.S. Customs—were merged to form what we now know as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It is the largest and most complex organization within the Department of Homeland […]

Breaking: Three Major Ports in the Red Sea Attacked

According to the latest report from CCTV, Israel launched intensive airstrikes on the Yemeni port city of Hodeidah during the night of July 6 and the early hours of July 7 local time. Local residents reported hearing explosions at the port of Hodeidah. According to the Houthi forces, Israel targeted multiple sites during the strikes, […]

Comprehensive Guide to Container Classifications and Their Applications

Classification by Cargo Type Dry Container (DRY CONTAINER): The most common container, primarily used for transporting general cargo that doesn’t require temperature regulation. Bulk Container (BULK CONTAINER): Used for loading powder, granular goods, and various bulk commodities. Liquid Cargo Container: Specifically designed for transporting liquid goods. Refrigerated Container (REEFER CONTAINER): Equipped with refrigeration units and […]

Container Ship Sinks in Arabian Sea Near Oman, All Crew Rescued

In the early hours of June 21, the Oman Maritime Security Center issued a statement reporting the sinking of a container ship in the Arabian Sea near the country’s waters. The vessel, flying the flag of Comoros and measuring 118 meters in length, sank approximately 20 nautical miles southeast of Salalah Port—close to disputed waters […]

Understanding Container Weight Limits: What Shippers Must Know

When shipping with containers, one of the most important aspects to understand is the weight limit of the container itself. Every shipping container is clearly labeled with its maximum gross weight (MAX WEIGHT: XXXX KGS) and its tare weight (TARE WEIGHT: ZZZZ KGS). The net cargo weight limit, also referred to as PAYLOAD (e.g., PAYLOAD: […]