Market Updates

Freight markets, tariffs and the regulatory changes that reach your cargo — from the UWL team that moves it.

Market Updates Mar 21, 2019

Severe flooding halts rail service in the Midwest

Severe flooding caused by melting winter snow and heavy rain has heavily impacted major railways in the Midwest. Rails running through Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Washington have been ...

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Monthly Roundups Feb 28, 2019

UWL Logistics Roundup | February 2019

From labor strikes to breaking news, UWL's Logistics Roundup compiles the month's current events and important updates.

International Trade News Feb 20, 2019

March 1 deadline for China tariffs may slide if deal is near

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that he may be flexible on the March 1 deadline for raising tariffs on Chinese import products if the ...

Imports Feb 7, 2019

East Coast Port Congestion: Updates from Baltimore, Chicago and Newark

With record import volumes coming into the United States at the end of 2018, it's no secret that congestion has been affecting ports and ...

Monthly Roundups Jan 29, 2019

UWL Logistics Roundup | January 2019

From labor strikes to breaking news, UWL's Logistics Roundup compiles the month's current events and important updates.

Imports Jan 11, 2019

China has cut tariffs on over 700 items to open market and lower costs for domestic consumers

China released an announcement at the end of December, stating that as of January 1, 2019, it will be reducing or removing some import and ...

International Trade News Jan 10, 2019

LA-LB: What is causing all of the terminal congestion on the West Coast?

Trade wars, holidays, and chassis shortages have combined to create a "perfect storm" of terminal congestion in the ports of Los Angeles ...