Author Archives: Kalees Thavamani

Port Chaos Hits Mombasa as Civil Unrest Closes Dar es Salaam Port

Civil turmoil in Tanzania has sent shockwaves through East Africa’s maritime network. The Port of Dar es Salaam, a major hub for the…
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US Government Shutdown Causes Widespread Cargo Delays and Supply Chain Disruptions

The US government shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, has entered its second week, creating significant disruptions across supply chains. Key regulatory…
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US-China Trade Woes Drive Record Container Blank Sailings

Container lines are canceling sailings between China and the US at record-breaking levels, a pace unmatched since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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US Imposes Port Tariffs on Chinese-Owned Ships, Shaking Global Shipping

The US Trade Representative has announced port tariffs on ships that are Chinese-owned or operated, as part of the Section 301 investigation into…
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