European Union
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American Shipper
EU exemption for container vessel-sharing arrangements continues
“Vessel-sharing is the backbone of the global liner shipping network,” John Butler, the World Shipping Council’s president and CEO, said.
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Air Cargo
DHS: Cargo not deemed COVID-19 threat
European travel ban won’t affect trade, agency confirms.
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Maritime
Commentary: Walking the tightrope of antitrust immunity
The companies that control the bulk of ocean cargo opearte under different rules than most companies. Read Darren Prokop's explanation of why that is...
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Air Cargo
US will raise import tariffs on EU aircraft in March
Airbus warned that tariff increase on European aircraft would result in “more instability for U.S. airlines that are already suffering from a shortage of aircraft.”
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American Shipper
Trade tariffs slow pour of American whiskey exports
The Distilled Spirits Council is “gravely concerned” that an ongoing trade spat between the U.S. and EU will upend a decade-long increase in international sales.
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Trade and Compliance
Commentary: The WTO’s parenting skills need improvement
Darren Prokop writes about international trade and the World Trade Organization. Are disputes among member countries being handled correctly?
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Business
Uber Freight taps Amazon alum Christenson to run Europe
Christenson will focus on scaling UF Europe "at speed and responsibly."
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American Shipper
US wine and spirits importers want tariffs off the table
A dispute over France’s digital services tax has the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative considering up to 100% tariffs on French champagne and sparkling…
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Europe
The European Green Deal and what it means for the rail freight industry
The European Green Deal is looking to shift 75% of EU freight traffic from road to rail and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by…
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American Shipper
UK election: No-deal Brexit should be avoided at all costs
British transport associations call on Prime Minister Johnson to quickly agree a future trading arrangement with the European Union.
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