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Two developments out of Washington are reshaping the compliance and tariff landscape. Here's a quick overview of what's changing and where to focus. New Customs Compliance Rules A June 3 executive order introduces significant changes for importers — foreign and domestic — taking effect within 180 days: • Foreign importers of record must now hold U.S. assets or bonding — shell companies will no longer qualify • Informal entry (Type 11) is eliminated for foreign IORs, a

Two updates from FedEx this week — one about ongoing changes at home, one about a new global partnership. Here's what's happening and what it means for shippers. Network 2.0: Closures Continue Across the U.S. FedEx's multi-year effort to merge its Ground and Express networks into one unified operation is well underway — and the consolidation is visible. The initiative, known as Network 2.0, is on track for full U.S. implementation by end of 2027. • Over 475 stations are

Amazon is continuing to grow its footprint in the freight market — and this latest move puts it in more direct competition with traditional LTL carriers. What Changed Amazon Supply Chain Services announced on June 10 that its LTL freight service is now open to any destination — not just Amazon's own facilities. Shippers can now use Amazon's network to move freight to third-party warehouses, distribution centers, and retail partners nationwide. • Previously, Amazon LTL was

As the global energy transition accelerates, DHL is positioning itself as the go-to carrier for the supply chains powering it — from wind turbines to EV batteries. What DHL Is Doing DHL is making a major push into the new energy sector, targeting growth from €600M in revenue last year to €3B by 2030. Key investments include: • A new Time Definite Plus service launching across 22 countries in Europe, built on the DHL Express network and tailored to wind turbine maintenance

FedEx Freight began trading June 2 on the NYSE under ticker FDXF, completing its spinoff from FedEx Corp. The nation’s largest LTL carrier is now a standalone public company — a structural shift with real implications for the freight market. FedEx distributed 80.1% of FDXF shares to FDX shareholders (one share per two FDX shares held). FedEx retains a 19.9% stake, to be disposed of within two years. FDXF has joined the S&P 500 and replaced American Airlines in the Dow Jones T

This summer, UPS will offer time-definite air freight service between the U.S. and Mexico for the first time on its own aircraft — a service upgrade backed by a nearly $50 million investment targeting automotive and industrial shippers with cross-border supply chains. What’s New Starting in August, UPS will offer one-, two-, and three-day guaranteed service options to and from Mexico for heavy, time-sensitive freight. Previously, U.S.-Mexico service focused on small packages,