by Scott Frederick | Mar 12, 2026 | Global Logistics Alerts
Dear Valued Logistics Plus Clients,
The current situation in the Middle East is disrupting global supply chains, and we expect delays, routing changes, and added costs. When possible, we will provide you with costs and options in advance, giving you the opportunity to decide on the next steps for your shipments. Unfortunately, this will not be possible in all cases. In some cases, we may learn of a change, delay, or cost that is completely out of our control and/or for which we have no opportunity to make our own decision. The ocean carriers are doing their best to navigate the situation and minimize delays and additional costs.
For full containers routed through the Gulf area, we are seeing War Risk and/or Emergency Bunker Surcharges implemented, ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 per TEU. While we don’t want to chase extra costs for you, we will do our best to inform you as quickly as possible when we learn of them.
For LCL shipments, we are seeing War Risk Surcharges implemented at $70-$100 per CBM.
For now, most carriers have suspended service to the following locations:
- United Arab Emirates
- Iraq
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Bahrain
- Sohar, Oman
- Dammam and Jubail, Saudi Arabia
- Yemen
Let us know if you have questions or if we can assist.
by Scott Frederick | Mar 10, 2026 | News
Logistics Plus Continues Support of U.S. Navy Under WEXMAC 2.0 Contract
As a prime contractor on the Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract, Logistics Plus delivers critical global support services to U.S. government agencies.
ERIE, PA (March 10, 2026) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce the continuation of its role as a prime contractor under the U.S. Navy’s WEXMAC 2.0 (Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract). The renewed contract term spans eight (8) years and authorizes Logistics Plus to provide a broad range of global support services to U.S. government agencies.
Most recently, Logistics Plus successfully completed a complex mission in Japan in support of Commander Submarine Forces Pacific (COMSUBPAC), CTF-77/MCMGRU7, and Commander Mine Assembly Group. Services performed in support of the mission included:
- Interpreter Services – providing professional communication support in a demanding operational environment.
- Logistics and Transportation Services – delivering end-to-end coordination and execution of critical supply chain requirements.
- Contracted Vessel Operations – providing loading, transport, deployment, and recovery of inert mine training assets in direct support of future mine training and exercises.
The WEXMAC program is designed to ensure that logistics is never the limiting factor in the decision-making of U.S. military commanders and senior leaders. As a WEXMAC prime contractor, Logistics Plus supports mission-critical operations across the globe — in any clime and place.
The U.S. Navy’s contracting office recognized the performance and dedication of WEXMAC contractors, noting that their contributions in heavily contested environments and on critical missions “transform federal procurement and project strength across the world.” The recognition underscores Logistics Plus’s sustained high confidence level of mission success under the program.
“We are honored to continue serving alongside the men and women of the U.S. military under the WEXMAC 2.0 contract,” said Blaine Kurtz, Director of Military & Public Sector Programs at Logistics Plus. “Our team takes great pride in supporting these vital operations, and this renewed partnership reflects our long-term commitment to delivering excellence in the most demanding environments in the world.”
For more information about Logistics Plus government and defense logistics services, visit logisticsplus.com/aerospace-aviation.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a unique global supply chain solutions company built for what’s next. With nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and operations spanning 55+ countries, Logistics Plus® delivers transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, project management, and technology solutions for businesses navigating a complex, ever-changing world. Privately held and people-driven, the company’s 1,400+ employees bring its trademark Passion for Excellence™ to every customer relationship and every challenge. Logistics Plus is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ recognized as a Great Place to Work® and a top global logistics and technology provider. Learn more at logisticsplus.com.
by Scott Frederick | Mar 9, 2026 | Global Logistics Alerts
by Scott Frederick | Mar 6, 2026 | Global Logistics Alerts
New update on ongoing IEEPA refunds litigation in front of the CIT – Court of International Trade.
New update on the IEEPA tariffs, and this time as an Affidavit / Declaration from Brandon Lord, Customs and Border Protection, Executive Director, Trade Programs, Office of Trade. This is from the same “Atmus Filtration, Inc. v. United States” case pending before CIT.
Executive Director Lord states that there are over $166 billion to be refunded across over 53 million customs entries/declarations, which would require over 4 million working hours from CBP to complete. They are currently updating the ACE system to automate refund amount calculations and expect ACE to be ready in 45 days.
Information in section 22 is interesting… out of 330,566 entities (importers), only 21,423 are set up with the electronic payment system ACH. Note to our clients – make sure you are properly set up for electronic payments with CBP. For more information on how to set up CBP ACH payments, please refer to this guide: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/trade-community/automated/automated-systems/gs-automated-systems/ach/signing.
Everything we have advised you so far still stands; you should still consider auditing your entries, monitor your liquidation dates, and ensure you have all the documents on file before the refund process is fully formalized.
If anyone has questions or concerns, please let us know.
by Scott Frederick | Mar 5, 2026 | Global Logistics Alerts
Brief update on the CIT ruling related to IEEPA and refunds / liquidation of entries.
In Atmus Filtration, Inc. v. United States (March 4, 2026), the CIT directed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to liquidate all unliquidated entries subject to IEEPA duties without regard to those duties, and to reliquidate any non-final liquidations accordingly. This follows the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump (Feb. 20, 2026), which held the IEEPA duties unlawful.
What does this mean for importers?
First, this is not a narrow ruling. The Court made clear that importers whose entries were subject to the IEEPA duties are entitled to the benefit of the Supreme Court’s decision. The order applies to:
- All unliquidated entries are subject to IEEPA duties
- Liquidated entries that are not yet final
Second, the Court addressed the Supreme Court’s recent decision limiting “universal injunctions,” distinguishing the CIT’s national and exclusive jurisdiction over trade matters. The message is clear: in the trade context, uniformity matters both statutorily and constitutionally.
This is good news, but how exactly CBP will administer this ruling remains to be seen… to state it simply: CBP should process all entries, excluding IEEPA duty amounts, and refund duties already paid through the liquidation and re-liquidation process. There should be more clarity in additional rulings this Friday, and we will keep you posted.
Logistics Plus suggestion is to stay alert and follow the steps below:
- Watch your liquidation dates from the ACE reports
- Consider an HS compliance audit by Gaia Dynamics tools – as a first step, but a potential deeper audit is needed as CBP might intensify reviews and audit entries before issuing refunds
- Work with Logistics Plus to ensure that all your entries are accompanied by complete back-up and that refunds are processed in whichever mode CIT and CBP decide to administer
If you have questions or need assistance, Logistics Plus is here to support you. Let us know.
