U.K. to Eliminate Duty-Free Exemption for Low-Value Goods; Ex-Asia Air Freight Faces Elevated Demand
The U.K. plans to eliminate its duty-free exemption for goods under £135 by 2029 as ex-Asia air freight faces elevated demand, November 26, 2025.
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U.S. and China Begin to Implement Tariff Truce Measures; FEWB Carriers Continue to Cut Capacity
The U.S. and China begin implementing tariff truce measures as the EU agrees to eliminate duty-free treatment for low-value goods under €150 by 2026.
New Tariffs and Port Fees Take Effect; Strikes Disrupt Operations on FEWB and TAWB
New US tariffs and port fees take effect as Trump threatens a 100% China tariff and export controls, while strikes disrupt FEWB and TAWB operations.
President Trump Asks Supreme Court to Uphold IEEPA Tariffs; FEWB and TAWB Spot Rates Decline
Trump asks the Supreme Court for an expedited ruling on IEEPA tariffs found illegal, as FEWB and TAWB spot rates decline, in the September 4, 2025 update.
Nations Brace for Aug. 1 Reciprocal Duties; FEWB Faces Blank Sailings and Backlogs
Nations brace for August 1 reciprocal duties as Trump targets Canada, the EU, and Mexico, while Far East Westbound faces blank sailings and mounting backlogs.
Some Aluminum Imports Soon to Face 200% Tariff; FEWB Demand and Rates Continue to Rise
Aluminum imports with an unknown country of smelt will face a 200% Section 232 tariff from June 28 as Far East Westbound demand and rates keep climbing.
U.S. and U.K. Sign Trade Deal; FEWB Faces Congestion and Ongoing Capacity Tightness
Trump signs an executive order implementing the U.S.-U.K. trade deal, cutting auto tariffs, as the FEWB lane faces congestion and tight capacity.
Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Double to 50%; Capacity Tightens on TPEB and FEWB
The Trump administration doubles steel and aluminum tariffs to 50% effective June 4, exempting Great Britain, as capacity tightens on the TPEB and FEWB lanes.