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🎯 Avoid Strikes, Tariffs and Supply Chain Chaos 🇺🇸 Why Local Manufacturing Matters:  Want to avoid shipping headaches and Not pay tariffs? America's West and East Coast ports are facing major disruptions, leaving many companies' products stuck at sea or in shipyards. The ongoing labor disputes, including the recent East Coast longshoremen strike, continue to affect the flow of goods. Reports of work stoppages and slowdowns are frequent. Before these labor issues, it was COVID disruptions and the lockdown of China’s export hubs.  Rising fuel costs and excessive reliance on China have long added strain to global supply chains. 👍 At Terravive, we believe in securing supply chains domestically with hybrid trade policies. By working with companies that manufacture in the U.S. or North America, you avoid being at the mercy of foreign governments, labor disputes, geopolitical conflict or even unpredictable weather. A little-known fact is how much GHG/CO2 pollution is generated from shipping products across the Pacific or manufactured in unregulated factories in Asia. 🇺🇸 Terravive avoids all those costly headaches by manufacturing all our products in the USA. Onshoring, reshoring or whatever you want to call it, is the smart way to secure your supply chain and avoid hassle and headaches. 👍 Bonus: With Terravive products, you will never be subjected to surprise price hikes due to tariffs! ▶ Following Terravive yet? ✅ Terravive is the leading woman, minority, veteran-owned global supplier of 100% Made in USA, No PFAS added, eco-friendly, compostable #Foodservice Disposables - - WBENC certified. 🌱 Follow Terravive's mission to turn off the tap of plastic pollution globally. #shipping #supplychain #madeinusa K9Heroes4Heroes Joe Swider Julianna Keeling

🎯 Avoid Strikes, Tariffs and Supply Chain Chaos! 🇺🇸 Why Local Manufacturing Matters:  Want to avoid shipping headaches and Not pay tariffs? America's West and East Coast ports are facing major disruptions, leaving many companies' products stuck at sea or in shipyards. The ongoing labor disputes, including the recent East Coast longshoremen strike, continue to affect the flow of goods. Reports of work stoppages and slowdowns are frequent. Before these labor issues, it was COVID disruptions and the lockdown of China’s export hubs.  Rising fuel costs and excessive reliance on China have long added strain to global supply chains. 👍 At Terravive, we believe in securing supply chains domestically with hybrid trade policies. By working with companies that manufacture in the U.S. or North America, you avoid being at the mercy of foreign governments, labor disputes, geopolitical conflict or even unpredictable weather. A little-known fact is how much #GHG/CO2 pollution is generated from shipping products across the Pacific or manufactured in unregulated factories in Asia. 🇺🇸 Terravive avoids all those costly headaches by #manufacturing all our products in the USA. Onshoring, reshoring or whatever you want to call it, is the smart way to secure your supply chain and avoid hassle and headaches. 👍 Bonus: With Terravive products, you will never be subjected to surprise price hikes due to tariffs! ▶ Following Terravive yet? ✅ Terravive is the leading woman, minority, veteran-owned global supplier of 100% Made in USA, No PFAS added, eco-friendly, compostable #Foodservice Disposables - - WBENC certified. 🌱 Follow Terravive's mission to turn off the tap of plastic pollution globally. #Pennsylvania #virginia #veteran #shipping #supplychain #madeinusa

🎯 Avoid Strikes, Tariffs and Supply Chain Chaos! 🇺🇸 Why Local #Manufacturing Matters:  Want to avoid shipping headaches and Not pay tariffs? America's West and East Coast ports are facing major disruptions, leaving many companies' products stuck at sea or in shipyards. The ongoing labor disputes, including the recent East Coast longshoremen strike, continue to affect the flow of goods. Reports of work stoppages and slowdowns are frequent. Before these labor issues, it was COVID disruptions and the lockdown of China’s export hubs.  Rising fuel costs and excessive reliance on China have long added strain to global supply chains. 👍 At Terravive, we believe in securing supply chains domestically with hybrid trade policies. By working with companies that manufacture in the U.S. or North America, you avoid being at the mercy of foreign governments, labor disputes, geopolitical conflict or even unpredictable weather. A little-known fact is how much #GHG/CO2 pollution is generated from shipping products across the Pacific or manufactured in unregulated factories in Asia. 🇺🇸 Terravive avoids all those costly headaches by manufacturing all our products in the USA. Onshoring, reshoring or whatever you want to call it, is the smart way to secure your supply chain and avoid hassle and headaches. 👍 Bonus: With Terravive products, you will never be subjected to surprise price hikes due to tariffs! ▶ Following Terravive yet? ✅ Terravive is the leading woman, minority, veteran-owned global supplier of 100% Made in USA, No PFAS added, eco-friendly, compostable #Foodservice Disposables - - WBENC certified. 🌱 Follow Terravive's mission to turn off the tap of plastic pollution globally. #pittsburgh #Pennsylvania #shipping #supplychain #madeinusa

🎯 Avoid Strikes, Tariffs and Supply Chain Chaos! 🇺🇸 Why Local Manufacturing Matters:  Want to avoid shipping headaches and Not pay tariffs? America's West and East Coast ports are facing major disruptions, leaving many companies' products stuck at sea or in shipyards. The ongoing labor disputes, including the recent East Coast longshoremen strike, continue to affect the flow of goods. Reports of work stoppages and slowdowns are frequent. Before these labor issues, it was COVID disruptions and the lockdown of China’s export hubs.  Rising fuel costs and excessive reliance on China have long added strain to global supply chains. 👍 At Terravive, we believe in securing supply chains domestically with hybrid trade policies. By working with companies that manufacture in the U.S. or North America, you avoid being at the mercy of foreign governments, labor disputes, geopolitical conflict or even unpredictable weather. A little-known fact is how much #GHG/CO2 pollution is generated from shipping products across the Pacific or manufactured in unregulated factories in Asia. 🇺🇸 Terravive avoids all those costly headaches by manufacturing all our products in the USA. Onshoring, reshoring or whatever you want to call it, is the smart way to secure your supply chain and avoid hassle and headaches. 👍 Bonus: With Terravive products, you will never be subjected to surprise price hikes due to tariffs! ▶ Following Terravive yet? ✅ Terravive is the leading woman, minority, veteran-owned global supplier of 100% Made in USA, No PFAS added, eco-friendly, compostable #Foodservice Disposables - - WBENC certified. 🌱 Follow Terravive's mission to turn off the tap of plastic pollution globally. #Pennsylvania #shipping #supplychain #madeinusa

Since late May, ocean freight rates have surged, with shipping costs from Ho Chi Minh City to the US for a 40-foot container now more than doubling to $7,000. This sharp increase, driven by geopolitical conflicts and rising global demand, is severely impacting Vietnamese exporters, particularly in the plywood industry. Extended shipping times and container shortages are adding further challenges, straining production schedules, and increasing costs. Although recent price drops offer a glimmer of hope, sustaining this trend remains uncertain as global shipping capacity struggles to keep pace with demand. See more here: https://lnkd.in/gRH2qxUW

(CHINA / PERU 16.11.24) #globaltrade Peru’s New Chancay Port To Boost Fruit Exports to China, Slashing Transit Times by One-Third [AG: How Competitive Is Australia in Fresh Produce Freight? Peru’s Chancay Port, part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, cuts shipping times to Shanghai from 35 to 22–24 days, boosting South America-Asia trade. ----- [AG: The global fresh produce trade is competitive, with countries like Peru, Chile and the Netherlands improving logistics to cut costs and ensure efficient delivery. Timely transport is key to quality, raising the question: how does Australia, reliant on air and sea freight, compete globally? Australia’s geographical isolation poses challenges for its fresh produce exports. Relying entirely on air and sea freight, it faces questions about port performance, freight costs, and the competitiveness of its logistics infrastructure. The performance of Australian airports and seaports is crucial for competing globally. Modern cold chain facilities are needed to maintain quality, while congestion and delays could hurt competitiveness. How Australia compares to leading export nations remains uncertain. Freight costs impact Australia’s competitiveness. Air freight is expensive due to the country’s remoteness, while sea freight can be costly with inefficiencies or delays. These costs affect Australia’s ability to compete globally, where even small price differences matter. Infrastructure development and supportive policies are crucial. While other nations invest in port upgrades and logistics, it’s unclear if Australia is keeping up. Modernization and specialized facilities are needed, along with policies or subsidies to help offset high freight costs. Australia faces challenges in the global fresh produce market due to its distance from major markets like Europe and North America. Rising freight costs, underinvestment in infrastructure, and seasonal surges strain ports and logistics, increasing delays and costs. The lack of clear benchmarking data makes it hard to assess Australia’s global ranking in freight costs and performance. While anecdotal evidence suggests higher costs than competitors in South America or Europe, it’s difficult to confirm Australia’s competitiveness. To keep Australia competitive in fresh produce exports, a review of freight costs and performance is needed to identify improvements. Investments in infrastructure and cold chain upgrades are essential. Supportive policies, like subsidies or trade agreements, could reduce costs, while collaboration with industry and government can help adopt best practices. Australia produces top-quality fresh produce, but risks falling behind as other countries modernize logistics. To stay competitive, Australia must address infrastructure and cost challenges to remain an attractive export source.] ----- https://lnkd.in/g8nvB_WR

SHIPPING COSTS RISING = IMPORTANCE OF LOCAL PRODUCTION Global trade is under immense strain amid rising freight costs. Ports like Singapore face gridlock with shipping routes near the Horn of Africa becoming increasingly dangerous. The importance of local production has never been clearer. We're proud to say that our recycled rubber gym mats are made right here in New Zealand from locally sourced, end-of-life tyres. Why this matters? ✅ Reduced Shipping Costs and Delays: With manufacturing taking place in NZ, we avoid exorbitant shipping fees and delays that are plaguing international supply chains. ✅ Enhanced Security: Our products don’t have to navigate risky shipping routes, ensuring a reliable and consistent supply for our customers. ✅ Support for Local Economy: By buying from us, you’re supporting local jobs and businesses, contributing to a stronger New Zealand economy. ✅ Environmental Benefits: Our products i.e mats are made from recycled rubber tyres, reducing waste and contributing to a circular economy. #LocalManufacturing #SupportLocal #SustainableLiving #CircularEconomy #GymMats #MadeInNZ #RecycledMaterials #SupplyChainSolutions #LocalWasteLocalImpact REVYRE Rubber Moulding

REUTERS: New Zealand inks 'sustainable' trade deal with Switzerland, Costa Rica and Iceland Nov 16 (Reuters) - New Zealand signed a trade deal on Saturday with Switzerland, Costa Rica, and Iceland to remove #tariffs on hundreds of #sustainablegoods and services, in a move Wellington says will boost the country's export sector. The Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability (ACCTS) was signed at a ceremony during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in Peru on Saturday after being struck in July, Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay said in a statement. "This agreement removes tariffs on key exports, including 45 #wood and #wool products — two sectors that are vital to achieving our goal of doubling New Zealand's exports by value in 10 years," McClay said. "It will also reduce costs for consumers, removing tariffs on hundreds of other products, including insulation materials, recycled paper, and energy-saving products such as LED lamps and rechargeable batteries." The deal prioritised New Zealand's "sustainable exports," he said, amid a rollback by the country's center-right government of environmental reforms in a bid to boost a flailing economy. Exports make up nearly a quarter of New Zealand's economy. https://lnkd.in/dc3AWh7T #trade #freetrade #economy

1️⃣ Trump Demands Panama Canal Fee Reduction for U.S. Ships or Its Return to U.S. Control U.S. President-elect Donald #Trump recently posted on the social media platform Truth Social, calling Panama Canal fees charged to U.S. Navy and commercial ships "outrageous." He demanded a reduction in these charges, stating that otherwise, Panama should return control of the canal to the United States. The U.S. is the canal's largest customer, accounting for nearly three-quarters of the goods transiting through it annually. The Panama Canal, a critical link between the #Atlantic and #Pacific Oceans, was transferred to Panama's government in 1999. Severe droughts in 2023 significantly reduced the canal's capacity, disrupting global trade flows. #PanamaCanal #US #globaltrade #supplychain 2️⃣ Port of Los Angeles Sees 16% Year-over-Year Growth in November Throughput The Port of Los Angeles (#POLA) recently reported handling 884,315 #TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in November, marking a 16% year-over-year increase. For the first 11 months of the year, the port processed 9,375,735 TEUs, a pace 19% higher than in 2023. Gene Seroka, Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, stated, "We are on track to surpass 10 million containers for only the second time in our 117-year history." #LosAngeles 3️⃣ Indonesia Launches Advanced Container Scanners to Strengthen Oversight Indonesia's Ministry of Finance Customs Office has introduced advanced import-export container scanners at Jakarta's Tanjung Priok Port to support the president's anti-smuggling initiatives and enhance the efficiency, transparency, and security of cargo flows. Director-General of Customs and Excise Askolani highlighted that the scanners align with Minister of Finance Regulation No. 109/PMK.04/2020 on customs areas and temporary storage. This step represents a significant improvement in port governance. The scanners can quickly and accurately inspect container contents without requiring physical unpacking, streamlining inspections, reducing wait times, and effectively preventing the smuggling of illegal or hazardous goods. #Indonesia #containerscanners #importexport #TanjungPriok 4️⃣ Thailand to Ban Industrial Plastic Waste Imports Starting 2025 The #Thai government has announced a complete ban on the import of plastic waste used as industrial raw materials, effective January 1, 2025. The new policy amends Thailand's customs tariff handbook regulations on the import of plastic scrap, fragments, and waste, replacing the previous rules that allowed imports under specific conditions with approval from the Industrial Works Department. Arada Fuangtong, Director-General of the Foreign Trade Department, emphasized that importers affected by the policy have been notified to complete all necessary import procedures by December 31. #ThailandCustoms #Import #IndustrialPlasticWaste #industrialrawmaterials #ForeignTrade #importer 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqZcGPNi

This morning, I had an insightful discussion with the COO of a leading transportation company about the current container shortage in Vietnam. The primary factors contributing to this issue are: 1. Our product (Vinyl Flooring) is heavy cargo. 2. Surge in solar product exports before U.S. tariff adjustments: To avoid potential tariff hikes, many Vietnamese companies are expediting solar product shipments. 3. Recent freight rate increases in China and India: Shipping companies are relocating more empty containers to China and India to meet high demand and higher freight rates. 4. Red Sea geopolitical tensions: Ships must detour around the Cape of Good Hope, adding over a month to transit times, leading shipping companies to redirect vessels from other routes. Important updates on Vietnam's solar industry: 1. The solar panel import tariff exemption, effective since June 2022, will end on June 6, 2024. 2. In April 2024, the U.S. initiated anti-dumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations on solar cells from Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia. The latest ruling found significant harm to the U.S. industry from these imports. The U.S. Department of Commerce will issue a preliminary countervailing duty decision on July 18, 2024, and a preliminary anti-dumping decision on October 1, 2024. These developments will significantly impact Vietnam's solar industry, including reduced exports, higher production costs, and decreased market competitiveness. The anti-dumping measures will raise the price of Vietnamese solar products in the U.S. market, reducing their competitiveness and export volume. Consequently, container demand will drop, potentially increasing the availability of empty containers. The container shortage in Vietnam is expected to persist until September, with July being the peak. However, the impact of U.S. sanctions on Vietnam's solar industry should alleviate the shortage for other industries. Do you think the current container shortage in other Vietnamese industries will improve due to U.S. sanctions on the solar industry? 😱 https://lnkd.in/dg7Y9Yr6 #Logistics #SupplyChain #VietnamTrade #ContainerShortage #SolarIndustry #USSanctions #Freight #GlobalTrade #ExportChallenges   #FlooringInstallation  #FlooringIndustry #flooranddecorcommercial #LVT #SPC #SPCInglewoodfloor #SRB #WPC #EPC #Sustainability #FlooringInnovation #FlooringSolutions #Flooring #Vinyl #Durable #floor #floors #flooring #spcfloor #spcflooring #vinylflooring #vinylplank #pvcflooring #madeinvietnam #clickflooring #buildingmaterial #slat #piso #decoration #wearfloor #stoneplasticfloor #interiorrenovation #plancherSPC #woodenpattern #carpetpatter #stonepattern #flooringdistributor  #waterproof #vinylfloor #plank #spcfloor #spcflooring #renovation #lvtflooring #homedeco #looselay #rigidspc #chevron #herringbone