VEHICLE LOGISTICS PORTS & SHIPPING
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AnalysisOpinion: Cost pressure and trade wars hit auto logistics
As Trump’s tariff policy bites, logistics providers face rising costs, trade reroutes and weakened confidence in US stability.
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NewsUS port fees on China-built car carriers will hike auto import costs
The American Association of Port Authorities said the charges will drive up costs and make cars more expensive for US customers.
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NewsTariff threats have not led to spike in exports from Antwerp-Bruges so far
The Port of Antwerp Bruges says that tariff threats have not yet led to a marked rise container or finished vehicle exports to the US, its second-largest trading nation.
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AnalysisThe impact of tariffs on Mexico and Canada’s auto supply chain
Detroit’s Big Three may lose $42bn and 6.8m units from new US tariffs, with compounding effects on cross-border supply chains.
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NewsPiraeus reports decline in vehicle volumes but increase in revenue
Vehicle volumes at the Greek port of Piraeus were down in CY2024 but the car terminal is preparing for increased trade from China.
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FeatureTrade wars and tariff turmoil in automotive logistics
Trump’s auto tariffs hit global supply chains, with OEMs reacting fast across China, Mexico, Canada and the EU.
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AnalysisWhat “Liberation Day” tariffs mean for the automotive supply chain
New US automotive tariffs disrupt supply chains, raise costs, and spark global manufacturing and logistics realignment.
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FeatureFVL North America 2025: Recap blog
Follow our recap blog from FVL North America 2025 as OEMs, logistics providers, and tech leaders share insights on EV logistics, capacity and digitalisation.
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NewsVigo port records increase in vehicle trade with Morocco
The Spanish port of Vigo moved more than 657,000 vehicles through its terminals in 2024 and saw an uptick in trade with Morocco and Algeria, including for containerised cars.
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NewsNeptune Lines and Cosco set up hub in Piraeus
Chinese car exports to Europe will have a direct route the Mediterranean, Black Sea and North Africa with the launch of a new service from Cosco Shipping Car Carriers and Neptune Lines
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NewsMajor trade organisations call on USTR not to impose vessel fees
US businesses face $30 billion in annual costs if the USTR goes ahead and imposes service fees on Chinese vessel operators and companies using Chinese-built vessels.
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NewsJaxport completes first stage of $60m berth expansion at Blount Island
Carmakers can look forward to moving more volumes through Jaxport with the first of two berth expansions complete and more room for Toyota at Blount Island.
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NewsBLG signs strategic agreement with Cosco for China vehicle imports
The German port of Bremerhaven will be a hub for vehicle and machinery imports from China following a deal signed between BLG Logistics and Cosco Shipping
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NewsBlackRock to buy Panama Canal ports amid Trump pressure
BlackRock is set to buy Panama Canal ports from CK Hutchinson after Trump’s push to cut Chinese ties, putting global auto supply chains at risk.
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NewsNYK Line signs 'green corridor’ agreement with Port of Hueneme
NYK Line has signed an MoU with the US west coast port of Hueneme to foster innovation, reduce emissions and promote green technologies for inbound vehicle deliveries.
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NewsUS proposes heavy fees for China-related vessel calls
The United States Trade Representative is proposing to impose steep charges for vessels calling at US ports either owned by Chinese operators or bought from Chinese shipyards.
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FeatureDividing the waters: European finished vehicle ports review
The European automotive industry is under pressure, in transition and uncertain. International geopolitical disputes and tariffs continue to impact trade.
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NewsGrimaldi builds strong connections between Europe and China
While it strengthens terminal operations in its European network, Grimaldi is also dedicating vessels for the China-Europe trade in EVs.
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FeaturePort Freeport invites OEMs to collaborate: ‘The doors are open’
Port Freeport is expanding to support OEMs, with record vehicle volumes, multimodal links, and new logistics infrastructure.
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NewsRenault exports help boost vehicle trade between Morocco and Europe
Renault led vehicle volume exports from its two plants in Morocco to Europe in 2024, increasing throughput through Tanger Med port