PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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industry insights

As we close out another year, we're taking a look back at some of the most popular BDP blogs from 2019.

IMO 2020: the curved ball that acted as a counterweight for box shipping; Boeing halts 737 Max production, suppliers brace for impact; USMCA: The vehicle trade and supply chains

tariffs and trade

The Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council of PRC released the 2nd exclusion from the first round of additional tariffs on 6 items of US chemical products.

At last minute, China suspends tariffs on some U.S. products; More confusion ahead for lithium battery shippers; OK, Brexit ahead: now tell us how we keep cross-border goods moving, says UK freight

sustainability talking trade

January 1, 2020 is quickly approaching, and the new year will usher in a major change for the shipping industry: IMO 2020. This regulation is intended to lessen the emissions from the ocean transportation industry, but many questions still remain regarding implementation and enforcement.

industry insights tariffs and trade

On December 13, the US and Chinese administrations came to an agreement on various items that have been troubling both of the country’s economic and trade programs.

US business plagued by trade confusion as new tariffs loom; UK holds another election to determine Brexit and Britain's future; Trucking faces ‘messy middle’ on road to electrification

industry insights

With BDP Smart Vū, upstream visibility brings added power to your procurement, keeping you in control of your supply chain.

industry insights

In the latest installment of Talking Trade, Melissa Pinheiro discusses Forced Labor and its potential far-reaching impact to the supply chain, and how governments around the world are taking measures to combat it.

industry insights

2020 is ushering in a host of new proposed regulations. What you need to know to ensure operations are safe and compliant.