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Client Advisory 04.13.26: CAPE Refunds Portal is Launching Next Week
In CSMS messages issued on April 10 and April 13, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provided updates on its new Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) Portal.
Apr 15, 2026
Client Advisory 3.17.26: Airfreight Market Volatility
Airfreight markets have tightened further compared to the previous week, with capacity reductions across key ISC gateways including India, Bangladesh, and Southeast Asia.
Mar 17, 2026
Client Advisory 3.16.26: Trucking Costs Expected to Rise
U.S. diesel prices remain elevated and volatile amid ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting global oil flows, with the national average now approaching approximately $4.95 per gallon — one of the highest levels in recent years.
Mar 16, 2026
Client Advisory
Client Advisory 03.13.26: IEEPA Tariff Refund Portal is Coming
Mar 13, 2026
In response to the United States Court of International Trade (CIT) order directing the government to begin processing refunds, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the launch of its new Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) Portal.
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Client Advisory 3.06.26: Middle East Conflict Disrupting Ocean & Air Freight
Mar 06, 2026
Escalating military tensions involving Iran continue to impact global transportation networks. Ocean carriers and airlines are adjusting operations due to security concerns, resulting in service disruptions, longer transit times, and potential capacity constraints across both ocean and air freight.
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Client Advisory 3.05.26: CIT Order on IEEPA Tariffs
Mar 05, 2026
**BREAKING NEWS: The Court of International Trade’s Order regarding IEEPA Tariff Refunds issued March 4**
Comments from the Department of Justice earlier this week suggested it might take some time before any additional guidance on IEEPA tariff refunds became available.
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