#supply-chain-compliance
(117 articles)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
France Scraps Regime 42: UK Shippers Face DDP Route Changes
France's decision to abolish Customs Procedure Code Regime 42 for non-EU businesses marks a structural shift in how UK exporters route shipments through French entry points into the EU. Effective Janu
Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Reshapes Global Trade Landscape
A recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs represents a significant shift in U.S. trade policy with far-reaching implications for global supply chain operations. The decision establishes new precedent f
Egypt Modernizes Customs Transit: What's Changing for Traders
Egypt is advancing its customs transit procedures, signaling a modernization effort aimed at improving the efficiency and predictability of cross-border trade flows through the region. This developmen
FMCSA's Ambitious Regulatory Agenda Signals Major Enforcement Push
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has released its most aggressive regulatory agenda in recent years, featuring 48 proposed initiatives aimed at strengthening motor carrier safety, drive
SOLAS VGM 2026: Updated Rules, Methods & Compliance Deadlines
The International Maritime Organization's SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) Verified Gross Mass (VGM) requirements are evolving in 2026, introducing new compliance frameworks that will affect every contai
Mexico Tightens Nuclear Material Transport Security Rules
Mexico has introduced updated security regulations governing the transport of nuclear materials, marking a structural shift in how hazmat logistics operators must manage sensitive shipments through Me
OOIDA Pushes Congress to Codify CDL Safety Rules
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is pressing Congress to permanently codify recent federal restrictions on non-domiciled commercial driver licenses through H.R. 5688, citing
Indian Railways Tightens Contractor Rules, Mandates Covered Fly Ash Transport
Indian Railways has introduced tightened procurement and operational norms for project contractors, with particular emphasis on environmental compliance and asset management. The initiative includes m
AI Cannot Replace Human Judgment in Carrier Vetting Post-Montgomery
C.H. Robinson and other digital brokers are aggressively deploying AI across operations—from appointment scheduling to load tracking—but legal experts and industry analysts warn this technological inv
Kenya's Export Controls Threaten Aviation Parts Supply Chain
Kenya's proposed Strategic Goods Control Bill has triggered concern among freight forwarders and aviation stakeholders over potential delays to time-critical cargo movements, particularly aircraft spa
FMCSA Revokes 10 More ELDs; Pattern Points to Systemic Compliance Gaps
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration revoked 10 additional electronic logging devices on a single day, continuing an enforcement tempo of approximately 4.9 devices per month. This latest ba
Supreme Court Kills Broker Defense; Leasing Liability Next?
On May 14, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous 9-0 decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, eliminating the federal preemption defense that has shielded freight brokers from sta
EU ETS Shipping Hits 100% in 2026: Audit Your Carrier Surcharges
The European Union's Emissions Trading System (ETS) for shipping will reach 100% compliance coverage in 2026, marking a structural shift in maritime cost accounting and requiring supply chain managers
Federal Agents Target Unqualified Drivers at Weigh Stations Nationwide
The Trump administration has launched a nationwide enforcement campaign targeting commercial truck drivers operating with improperly issued or revoked commercial driver's licenses. The Department of H
Rare-Earth Shipping Compliance 2026: Forwarder Playbook
As 2026 approaches, freight forwarders face a critical inflection point in rare-earth element logistics. New compliance frameworks—driven by geopolitical tensions and supply chain decoupling initiativ
High-Altitude Cargo Securement: Science-Based Best Practices
This article addresses a specialized but important aspect of modern supply chain operations: ensuring cargo remains secure during high-altitude transportation. The science-based approach referenced li
IATA DAWB Changes Force Forwarders to Reassess Liability Insurance
IATA's revised Direct Air Waybill (DAWB) framework, which became effective on 1 July, is creating significant insurance concerns within the freight forwarding community. The changes appear to shift ce
US Announces 10%+ Tariffs on Trading Partners Over Forced Labor
The U.S. government has announced plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or more on most trading partners as a consequence of investigations into forced labor practices. This represents a major esc
US Airforwarders Warn of IATA DAWB Standard Changes
US Airforwarders has become the latest logistics organization to publicly warn about upcoming changes to IATA's Dangerous Article Shipping (DAWB) standards, signaling growing industry concern about im
US Blocks USMCA Extension, Triggers Annual Review Process
The U.S. has declined to expedite an extension of the USMCA trade agreement, instead activating the formal annual review process that will keep the trilateral agreement in effect through at least 2036
EU Eliminates Duty-Free Threshold for Low-Value Parcels in 2026
The European Union is implementing a significant regulatory change that will eliminate the existing duty-free exemption for low-value parcels, effective in 2026. This structural policy shift represent
CBP Forced Labor Rules Mandate Full Supply Chain Visibility
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency has released consolidated guidance on forced labor enforcement that fundamentally raises the bar for importer compliance. The guidance makes explicit a pr
Canada Introduces Forced Labour Legislation After U.S. Tariff Threat
Canada is moving to introduce forced labour legislation in response to escalating U.S. tariff threats, signalling a major shift in how North American supply chains will manage labour compliance and pr
Border States Intensify Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Crackdowns
Law enforcement agencies in three critical border states—Texas, Arizona, and California—have substantially escalated enforcement operations targeting commercial vehicles. In a single Texas operation,
CBP Tightens Postal Import Data Rules, Adding $100M in Duties
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency is implementing more stringent data requirements for postal imports, a regulatory shift that could have material consequences for e-commerce logisti
Nhava Sheva CFS Suspension Disrupts India Port Trade
The suspension of a Container Freight Station (CFS) at Nhava Sheva, India's largest container port, represents a significant regulatory intervention affecting trade operations, employment, and port ca
Freight Manager Sentenced for Illegal Russia Exports via Third Countries
A former regional manager at Delex Air Cargo LLC has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for orchestrating an illegal scheme to export controlled oil and gas equipment to Russia through inte
Canada Tightens Forced Labour Laws Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure
Canada is moving to strengthen its forced labour legislation as the United States implements new tariff measures, signaling an escalation in trade tensions between the two nations. This policy shift r
EU Council Approves Final Tariff Commitments in US Trade Deal
The European Council has granted final approval to tariff commitments negotiated under an EU-US Joint Statement, marking a significant milestone in transatlantic trade relations. This decision removes
FedEx Launches Tariff Refund Program Starting August 2024
FedEx has announced a tariff refund program designed to return duties paid on imports back to shippers, with initial distributions beginning in August. The carrier is incentivizing participation by pr
Broker Liability Crisis: Why Current Safety Ratings Are Broken
The Supreme Court's decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II has fundamentally shifted liability exposure for freight brokers by eliminating FAAAA preemption as a procedural defense against negli
Steel & Aluminum Makers Face New Tariff Compliance Gauntlet
The U.S. has introduced new compliance requirements for Canadian and Mexican steel and aluminum manufacturers seeking reduced tariff rates under Section 232 regulations. These manufacturers must now d
FMCSA Eliminates CDL Self-Reporting: What Trucking Teams Need to Know
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has finalized a rule eliminating the long-standing requirement for commercial driver's license holders to self-report traffic convictions to their state
Trump's Forced Labor Tariffs Return: What Supply Chains Must Know
The Trump administration has renewed efforts to enforce tariffs targeting goods produced with forced labor, signaling a sustained commitment to this policy lever despite previous implementation challe
Trump's Forced Labour Push on Canada: Compliance Implications
The Trump administration is using forced labour enforcement as a leverage point in trade negotiations with Canada, signaling renewed scrutiny of cross-border supply chains. While framed as a negotiati
California Nuclear Verdict: $52M Liability Award Reshapes Trucking Subcontracting
A California jury has returned a $52.1 million verdict against three trucking companies for vicarious liability stemming from a single motorcycle collision caused by a subcontracted driver operating i
Brazil Mandates Settlement Talks for Container Billing Disputes
Brazil's National Waterway Transportation Agency (Antaq) has implemented mandatory settlement talks for container logistics billing disputes, a regulatory intervention designed to reduce litigation an
EU Approves U.S. Trade Deal Ahead of Trump Deadline
The European Union Parliament has approved a trade agreement with the United States ahead of a Trump administration deadline, marking a significant development in transatlantic trade relations. This a
Supreme Court Clears Path for New Tariff Action on Imports
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision not to hear a tariff-related challenge removes a significant legal barrier to new Trump administration trade actions. This ruling effectively clears the path for expa
Shipowners Challenge Maritime ETS Over Energy Transition Costs
The maritime shipping industry has formally proposed a comprehensive review of the European Union's Emissions Trading System (ETS) for shipping, citing the prohibitive economic burden of transitioning
Trump Customs Rule Changes: What Shippers Must Know Now
The Trump administration is implementing significant changes to U.S. customs regulations that will reshape how importers manage their operations and compliance obligations. These regulatory shifts are
EU Forced Labor Rule 2027: Supply Chain Readiness Guide
The European Union's forced labor regulation represents a structural shift in procurement governance, requiring supply chain leaders to implement comprehensive due diligence frameworks by 2027. This r
U.S. Tariffs on 60 Nations for Forced Labor: What Supply Chains Need to Know
The U.S. government has announced a proposal to impose differential tariffs on approximately 60 economies identified as engaging in or tolerating forced labor practices within their supply chains. Thi
Canada Tabling Forced Labour Bill Amid US Tariff Pressure
The Canadian government is introducing legislation to address forced labour in supply chains, a direct response to escalating trade tensions with the United States. This legislative move reflects grow
DP World Gains IATA Cert for Mexico City Air Operations
DP World has obtained IATA (International Air Transport Association) certification for its Mexico City operations, marking an important credential upgrade for the global logistics operator's air cargo
Broekman Logistics Navigates Mundra Port Customs for Complex Cargo
Broekman Logistics successfully managed a complex multi-container import operation at Mundra Port in India, navigating stringent customs procedures and regulatory requirements that characterize India'
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
Trump's New Forced Labor Tariffs Reshape Global Supply Chains
The Trump administration has introduced a new dimension to its trade enforcement strategy by targeting goods potentially produced through forced labor practices. This policy shift represents a structu
US Tariff Threat Over Forced Labour: Echoing Past Policy Shifts
The South China Morning Post editorial examines US tariff threats tied to forced labour allegations, characterizing the approach as recycled policy rather than novel enforcement. This represents an ev