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(3 articles)Trade Policy & Tariffs
ModerateJun 13, 2026DOT Pre-Screening Plan Could Slash Container Dwell Times
The U.S. Department of Transportation is advancing a proposal to implement pre-screening of containers at their origin point before they arrive at domestic ports. This initiative aims to expedite the
FreightWaves#container-screening#supply-chain-efficiency#dhs-customs
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactMay 29, 2026Nigeria Customs Delays Inflate Demurrage Costs for Importers
Nigerian freight forwarders have raised concerns that systemic customs clearance inefficiencies are creating a secondary cost burden on importers through elevated demurrage charges. When containers re
The Guardian Nigeria News#customs-inefficiency#demurrage-costs#port-delays
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactApr 25, 2026De Minimis Elimination Triggers UPS Delays, Package Disposals
The elimination of the de minimis exemption—which previously allowed packages under a certain value threshold to enter the U.S. without formal customs processing—has created significant operational st
WWD#de-minimis-elimination#customs-bottleneck#ups-delays