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A Primer on U.S. Non-Continuous Domestic Trade

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The U.S. inland waterway system is a critical and underutilized component of the domestic supply chain that serves intrastate commerce and non-contiguous markets originating in or destined for Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S....more

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Cargo Loss and Damage Liability in eVTOL and UAV Transportation

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Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs or, colloquially, drones) are increasingly being integrated into supply chains. ...more

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INCOTERMS - More Relevant to Procurement and Sales Than Ever Before

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The INCOTERMS published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) have long served the international community by offering a “shorthand” for communicating key shipping terms. The ICC most recently issued the 2020 version...more

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Charting a New Course: The SHIPS Act of 2025 (Reintroduced)

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On April 30, 2025, Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Todd Young (R-IN) — joined by a bipartisan group of Senate and House sponsors — reintroduced the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security (SHIPS) for...more

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President Signs Executive Order to Revitalize US Maritime Industry

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On April 9, the President signed an executive order titled “Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance” (the Order), a comprehensive initiative aimed at reversing decades of decline in the U.S. maritime industry. Citing national...more

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China Maritime Section 301 Investigation - Public Comments Due Next Week

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Domestic U.S. shipping interests are closely monitoring a United States Trade Representative (“USTR”) proposal for import and export trades involving Chinese vessels. The proposal’s extraordinary service fees and restrictions...more

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2025 Preview: New Year Brings New Chairman at the FMC and Notable Developments for Shippers, OTIs, Carriers, and Others to Monitor

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This advisory alert is part of an ongoing series from Venable regarding noteworthy developments in trade laws expected in 2025....more

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Trump and the Federal Maritime Commission: Impacts of a New Administration

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Significant changes are expected at the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), the bipartisan body tasked with regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system for the benefit of U.S. exporters, importers and...more

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Navigating the Waters: Another ILA Strike on the Horizon?

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The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) strike in October 2024 sent ripples through the global shipping industry, affecting operations, logistics and supply chains worldwide. As we look toward 2025, understanding...more

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Port Strike - Where We Stand and What Is to Come

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The International Longshoremen’s Association (“ILA”) ended a three-day strike at certain East Coast and Gulf Ports until January 15, 2025. If a new contract is not finalized with the U.S. Maritime Alliance (“USMX”) then...more

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InterConnect Newsletter - Q3 2024

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We are now in the era of freedom of contract in the logistics arena. While contracts provide many protections to contracting parties, they can also be used offensively, to affirmatively protect legal rights. There are many...more

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Cargo Liability - Global Comparative Analysis of Legal Regimes

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International laws for cargo liability impact the way enterprises procure transportation and logistics services, the contracts under which those services are purchased, the process for claims adjudication, and the liability...more

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Cargo Theft - Bill in Congress Proposes $100 Million Solution

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Applause can be heard from diverse sectors of private industry as the U.S. Congress redoubles its resolve against threats in the supply chain. New bills introduced in recent months target supply chain challenges at home and...more

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Legal and Other Issues Being Resolved by Port Strike - Hot Topics in International Trade - October 2024

Parties to the Dispute- The union and management teams reached a settlement agreement that was announced on October 4, 2024 to end the port strike. The settlement does not resolve the issues, but extends the master...more

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Impact of Port Strikes on U.S. Trade: What to Know in the Short Term

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For the first time in almost 50 years, nearly 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) initiated strikes at ports across the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast ports on October 1, 2024....more

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Port Labor Dispute - What to Expect, How to Plan for Your Import and Export Supply Chain

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The International Longshoremen’s Association (“ILA”) will have no contract if the current terms expire on September 30, 2024, without a new deal. ILA representatives have indicated that a strike is imminent on October 1,...more

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Detention and Demurrage Fees in the Context of Work Stoppages

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With the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) preparing to strike on October 1, 2024, a key concern of impacted shippers is how to minimize demurrage charges for inbound containers that may be inaccessible for the...more

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ILA Labor Agreement Set to Expire, Strike Looms

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On September 30, 2024, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) labor agreement with U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast port operators ends. With negotiations over the summer unsuccessful, the possibility of a strike...more

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Credit Risks Likely to Rise as 2024 Draws to a Close

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A strange confluence of geopolitical events, labor unrest, softening consumer demand, and supply-chain logistical issues could leave lumps of coal in the stockings of lenders this holiday season. The story begins in the Red...more

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Dockworkers Up Ante as Freight Rates Soar

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Earlier this week, 159 trade associations representing key supply chain stakeholders sent a letter to the Biden administration and relevant congressional committees calling on the U.S. government to intervene in the stalled...more

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Part III: Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse, Short and Long-term Eastern Port Impact

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The third installment in our Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse series (see Part I and Part II) examines the short- and long-term Eastern port impact, including the temporary increase in cargo volume and the Federal Maritime...more

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Part II, Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapsed: What Happens Next?

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The second installment in our Baltimore Key Bridge collapse series examines the court proceedings that have begun to determine the liability incurred. The M/V Dali—which lost power just after midnight on March 26, 2024,...more

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Navigating the Supply Chain Aftermath: Legal Implications of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse

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The tragic event of yesterday’s Baltimore bridge collapse presents a host of issues—most importantly the loss of innocent lives. As the National Transportation and Safety Board (NTSB) rightfully delayed its in-depth...more

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InterConnect Newsletter - Q1 2024

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Courts have clearly established that a shipper cannot prevail in a freight claim against a carrier if an “Act of God” caused the freight loss or damage. The Act of God defense is an original, and one of the most...more

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The Learned Concierge - February 2024, Vol. 5

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Welcome to your monthly legal insights on the trends impacting the Retail, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage Industries. Labor and Employment - Final Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor...more

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