The recently implemented US Reciprocal Tariffs have sent ripples through the global trade landscape, impacting businesses that rely on international goods exchange. These tariffs are part of an executive action taken under the authority of the International Emergency...
Introduction For decades, global trade thrived on a framework of relatively low tariffs, underpinned by agreements and partnerships aimed at minimizing trade barriers. However, this balance has just seen a pivotal shift. Announced just yesterday, the introduction of...
To the relief of many. on July 13, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada and the B.C. Maritime Employers Association agreed to a tentative four-year deal ending a 13 day port strike. Written recommendations were requested from a federal mediator in...
Amid a looming japan port strike, the 2026 spring labor negotiations in the country's port sector reached a settlement on April 28, prompting the resumption of central collective...
In the aftermath of the April 20 Earthquake in Japan, our first thoughts are with the people of Iwate, Aomori, Miyagi, and Fukushima. Earthquake and tsunami events of this...
UPDATE — April 28, 2026: Japan's 2026 spring port labor negotiations reached a settlement today. The tentative agreement cancels the previously announced night cargo handling...
