Wakool Weekly News

June 2025: Truck Authority Drops 19,100 as Spot Rates Surge—Port congestion soars to new highs, U.S.-China tariff relief expires soon, and carriers scramble to meet spiking demand amid equipment shortages. The end of de minimis duty-free imports, accelerated nearshoring to Mexico, and a dramatic shakeout among small trucking firms are reshaping the American supply chain. At the same time, AI-driven freight brokerage and green port initiatives are transforming logistics operat

As U.S. tariffs impact the global supply chain, West Coast ports predict a historic slowdown. Import volumes could drop by 30–35% in weeks, endangering jobs. Retailers stockpile, while platforms like Shein and Temu raise prices. China’s export slump weakens trans-Pacific sailings, with over 50% of routes canceled. Spot rates stabilise, but analysts warn of renewed downward pressure if U.S. demand weakens. North America’s cross-border trade remains strong, but tariff proposal

Tariff spikes, falling diesel, and a wave of blank sailings are rewriting supply‑chain math. Dive into our Apr 17‑21 report for port-by-port TEU shifts, why Amazon’s $15 B build‑out matters, and the playbook carriers like Wakool use to turn volatility into margin.