We discuss the dramatic impact of new tariffs on U.S. port activity during the second quarter of 2025. It explains how businesses rushed to import goods ahead of the tariff deadlines in April, leading to record-breaking volumes at ports nationwide. However, once the tariffs took effect in May, import volumes collapsed sharply, causing a significant downturn in container ship traffic and leading carriers to cancel sailings. The text emphasizes the need for businesses to develop supply chain agility, resilience, and diversification to navigate this volatile trade environment.

Tariffs Impact US Port Traffic in Q2 2025

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