The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that the Trade Fraud Task Force (TFTF) has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, and forfeitures in less than a year since its launch. This milestone marks a permanent shift in federal enforcement strategy: moving away from standard administrative fines toward rigorous criminal prosecution and False […]
CHICAGO — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially launched a new global trade enforcement section within its National Fraud Division. The specialized unit is tasked with investigating and prosecuting criminal import, trade, and customs fraud offenses. The creation of this unit highlights a broader strategic shift by federal agencies away from administrative fines and […]
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced that the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on specific imports from Brazil under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Following direct presidential instructions, these new duties are scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, July 22. The tariffs apply […]
In an era defined by geopolitical instability and persistent operational volatility, the global air cargo sector is proving its capacity for endurance. Brussels Airport (BRU) stands as a prime example of this resilience, posting impressive throughput gains during the first half of 2026. By strategically diversifying its market reach and leaning into multimodal connectivity, BRU […]
The U.S. logistics sector hit a significant milestone in June, recording its fastest growth pace in over four years. As businesses navigate an evolving economic landscape, new data indicates a strategic push by major retailers to solidify inventory positions despite the ongoing challenges of inflation and elevated operating expenses. According to the latest report from […]
Global Supply Chain Alert — Crude prices surged on July 13 following a weekend of escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with Brent crude rising 3.9% to close at $78.95 a barrel. The spike follows competing declarations of operational control over the Strait of Hormuz by both U.S. and Iranian forces. With standard maritime […]
The long-anticipated rollout of the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) mandatory e-filing for certificate data in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) went live on Wednesday, July 8. This marks a significant shift in trade compliance, and the industry is actively adjusting to the new requirements. At Sobel Network Shipping Co., Inc., we recognize that readiness […]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has provided a major status update to the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) regarding the ongoing processing of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff refunds. According to a joint report submitted by Brandon Lord, CBP’s Executive Director of Trade Programs, to CIT Judge Richard Eaton, the agency […]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued an important guidance update regarding warehouse entries and withdrawals processed through the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) declaration tool. Launched in April to streamline International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) duty refunds, the CAPE system is undergoing immediate technical adjustments that trade participants must implement […]
In a major technical and financial milestone, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently provided an update to the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) regarding the ongoing processing of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff refunds. As of late June, CBP’s Executive Director of Trade Programs, Brandon Lord, reported that $104.29 billion in […]
