cargo

West braces for cargo overload when China lifts restrictions

Published: May 12, 2022

Western companies are preparing for increased congestion when China finally lifts its Covid-19 restrictions and opens major ports including Shanghai.

U.S. West Coast ports impose fees on static cargo

Published: November 3, 2021

The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have announced a surcharge for import containers that remain for nine days or more.

Kenya probes tax invasion involving hide exports

Published: October 26, 2020

The Kenya Revenue Authority is reported to probe a tax evasion syndicate at the port of Mombasa involving export of hides and skins.

Guidance issued for possible US west coast port strikes

Published: June 26, 2014

The US hide business is bracing itself for the outcome of negotiations with longshoreman at US west coast. The outcome of negotiations is expected next week.