#customs-enforcement
(36 articles)U.S. Announces 10%+ Tariffs on Trading Partners Over Forced Labor
The U.S. government has announced plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or higher on most trading partners as a result of investigations into forced labor practices. This represents a significant
Mexican truckers block US border over B-1 visa crackdown
Mexican truck drivers launched a coordinated protest at the Calexico East-Mexicali Port of Entry and San Luis Río Colorado commercial crossings on Thursday, blocking access to demonstrate against alle
Global Supply Chains Brace for Trump's Forced Labor Tariffs
The Trump administration's renewed focus on forced labor tariffs is creating significant disruption across global supply chains, with particular pressure on industries reliant on Asia-Pacific sourcing
Freight Forwarders Face New National Security Scrutiny
The traditional freight forwarding value proposition—competitive rates, capacity, and transit times—is fundamentally shifting as national security concerns intersect with logistics operations. Regulat
CBP Seizes $10.75M Meth Hidden in Leek Shipment at Texas Border
On August 22, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted a commercial vehicle from Reynosa, Mexico, carrying a declared leek shipment. Sec
Singapore Cracks Down on Tariff Evasion Via Transshipment
Singapore has publicly committed to preventing its status as a leading transhipment and trading hub from being exploited for tariff circumvention schemes. Deputy PM and Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong's s
US Investigates Apex Logistics for Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling
US federal authorities have launched an investigation into Apex Logistics regarding allegations of smuggling restricted Nvidia artificial intelligence chips, marking a significant escalation in enforc
Singapore Defends Against US 'Shadow Transhipment' Allegations
The United States has accused Singapore of participating in a "shadow transhipment network" that facilitates Chinese exporters' circumvention of American tariffs. In response, Singapore's Prime Minist
CBP Seizes $9.5M Meth in Detergent Shipment at Texas Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized more than $9.5 million in suspected methamphetamine hidden within a declared commercial detergent shipment at the Roma International Bridge on August 11. A 20
Logistika 360 Launches Two Customs Surveillance Vessels in Algeciras
Logistika 360 has undertaken the launch of two specialized vessels dedicated to customs surveillance operations at the Port of Algeciras, one of Europe's busiest maritime hubs. This initiative represe
CBP Seizes $15M Meth in Celery Shipment at Texas Border
On August 15, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered nearly $15 million worth of methamphetamine concealed within a commercial celery shipment arriving at the Pharr International Bridg
US Exposes Global Tariff Evasion Network Involving 40+ Countries
The White House has released a formal report titled "The Great Transhipment Scam" alleging that over 40 countries, prominently including Singapore and Vietnam, have knowingly facilitated the transhipm
US Flags Dozens of Nations in China Tariff Evasion Report
The US government has released a significant report identifying dozens of nations allegedly aiding China in circumventing American tariffs through transshipment, relabeling, and other evasion tactics.
U.S. Customs Deploys AI 'Detective Border' to Combat $40-303B Tariff Fraud
The White House has released a comprehensive analysis of illegal transshipment schemes designed to evade U.S. tariffs, revealing a systemic trade fraud network that may cost the Treasury between $40 b
Schiphol Cargo Handlers Arrested in Major Drugs Investigation
A significant security breach at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has resulted in the arrest of multiple cargo handlers as part of an ongoing drugs investigation. This incident highlights critical vulnerabi
US Deploys AI to Catch 40 Countries Helping China Evade Tariffs
The Trump administration is employing artificial intelligence technology to identify and accuse 40 countries of facilitating transshipment schemes designed to help Chinese manufacturers circumvent new
Customs Crackdowns Threaten Chinese Ecommerce Airfreight Boom
Regulatory tightening around customs inspection of low-value ecommerce shipments is emerging as a structural headwind for the explosive growth in cross-border air cargo. According to analysis from Tra
White House Targets Illegal Transshipment Scheme Costing US Economy
The White House has formally identified and named a systematic problem it calls 'The Great Transshipment Scam'—a coordinated effort by exporters to circumvent U.S. tariffs by routing goods through low
Nigeria Tightens Crackdown on Illegal Goods Importers
Nigerian regulatory bodies SEREC and AMATO are intensifying efforts to combat the importation and distribution of illicit goods through stricter enforcement mechanisms targeting importers and consigne
Spanish Operation Dismantles Smuggling Logistics Network
A Spanish-led law enforcement operation has successfully dismantled a smuggling logistics network and seized its entire operational fleet. This enforcement action represents a significant victory in c
Section 301 Tariffs Becoming Permanent US Trade Policy
Section 301 tariffs, originally designed as a targeted trade remedy against China, have transformed into a structural, long-term mechanism for US trade enforcement. According to trade consultancy Carg
US Launches Forced Labour Investigations Against Canada & Trade Partners
The United States has initiated formal investigations targeting Canada and other trading partners over their alleged failure to adequately prohibit imports produced using forced labour. This marks an
UFLPA 2026: How New Forced-Labor Tariffs Impact Global Supply Chains
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) represents one of the most significant compliance mandates reshaping global sourcing strategies in recent years. As 2026 enforcement deadlines approach,
Trump Tariffs on Iran Trade: Global Supply Chains at Risk
President Trump has signaled an aggressive stance on enforcing economic restrictions against Iran, threatening tariffs on any nation that conducts business with the Iranian regime. This policy shift c
$290M Cocaine Seizure Exposes Produce Supply Chain Vulnerability
Italian Guardia di Finanza officers intercepted a refrigerated container carrying bananas from Ecuador at the Port of Vado Ligure in northwestern Italy, discovering approximately 1,700 pounds of highl
DOJ Creates Permanent Unit for Supply Chain Enforcement
The U.S. Department of Justice has established a dedicated prosecutorial unit—the Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section (GTCES)—housed within the National Fraud Enforcement Division, signaling a
Trump Admin Rebuilds Tariff Wall After Supreme Court Ruling
The Trump administration is rapidly working to reconstruct tariff policies following a significant Supreme Court decision that invalidated previous tariff measures. This development signals intensifyi
WCO Alerts on Rising E-Commerce Illicit Trade Threats
The World Customs Organization (WCO) has issued a formal warning about a significant surge in illicit trade flowing through e-commerce channels globally. This represents a structural shift in how cont
CBP Seizes $3.7M Cocaine Hidden in Cucumber Shipment
On June 24, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge interdicted a significant drug smuggling attempt, seizing approximately $3.7 million in cocaine hidden inside
Export Compliance Crisis Emerges as Tariff Optimization Accelerates
As supply chain leaders aggressively pursue tariff optimization strategies, a critical compliance gap is widening: many companies are inadvertently exposing themselves to export control violations whi
EU Tightens Small Parcel Import Rules
The European Union has implemented a formal crackdown on small parcel imports, marking a significant shift in how customs and duty collection operate at European borders. This regulatory enforcement a
Record £139M Cannabis Seizure Highlights Container Screening Gaps
Canadian border officials have intercepted what appears to be a record cannabis shipment—approximately 1,200 boxes valued at £139 million—destined for the UK port of Southampton. The contraband was di
New Tariffs and Customs Enforcement Squeeze U.S. Importers
U.S. importers are navigating a complex tariff landscape marked by new Section 301 proposals, lingering Section 232 risks, and intensified customs enforcement activity. This convergence creates a mult
White House Tightens Customs Enforcement, Closes Import Loopholes
The White House has issued an executive order designed to close customs loopholes and strengthen import enforcement mechanisms at U.S. ports of entry. This regulatory initiative represents a structura
Trump's Forced Labor Crackdown Reshapes Global Supply Chains
The Trump administration is deploying forced labor restrictions as a new trade enforcement mechanism, marking a significant escalation in protectionist policy beyond traditional tariffs. This approach
Rotterdam Cracks Down on Illicit Cargo Destined for Russia
Rotterdam, Europe's largest port, has initiated an enforcement operation specifically targeting illicit cargo shipments destined for Russia. This operation represents an intensification of customs and