Welcome to the Jade International Blog
In our blog, you’ll find the latest updates in global trade, international shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics. We share industry insights, expert tips, and company news—along with a few personal reflections from the Jade team. Whether you’re managing shipments or simply curious about how global logistics works, this is the place to stay informed.
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The U.S. is shifting away from imports from China
In recent years, the landscape of global trade has undergone a significant shift. The United States is steadily reducing its reliance on imports from China—a trend that began during the height of...
My Hike on the Appalachian Trail
I have been hiking for years and I enjoy my time spent on the trail. About 40 plus years ago I came across the Appalachian Trail that runs from Springer Mountain in Georgia up the East Coast of the...
Jade International is Fully Operational!
In response to the statewide shutdown order recently issued by the Governor of Pennsylvania, we want to inform all our clients and partners that Jade International is officially recognized as an...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update 3.18.2020
The spread of the coronavirus pandemic throughout the U.S. continues to be our main concern as we are seeing more closures, postponements, cancellations and restrictions placed on all citizens as...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update – 3.13.2020
Since our last update a few days ago, many events have taken place due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the US. Major league sports have now suspended their seasons, concerts and any type...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
As we will be giving you an update on the developments of the Coronavirus and the affects it continues to take on the shipping industry, we also want to advise you have the steps we have taken as a...
Update on the Spotted Lantern Fly Quarantine Zones
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has added 12 more counties to the quarantine zone list effective yesterday, March 3, 2020. The new counties added to the list include Beaver and Alleghany...
Coronavirus and Your Global Shipments
The global spread of the Coronavirus (officially called Covid-19) is causing major affects to the shipping industry. As the reports continue to advise of the growing number of people infected by...
Coronavirus is affecting the container shipping industry
With the start of 2020, the focus of the container shipping industry was the implementation of IMO 2020 and low-sulfur fuel. Before we could begin reviewing what impact this was having to the...
China Teases Plan to Phase Out Tariffs as Trade Talks Advance
Could the end of some of these high tariff rates between China and USA be coming to an end? China says the are coming closer to an agreement, but nothing has been stated by USA to confirm or deny...