The plastic tax on imports is now an operational reality
For a long time, the plastic tax was perceived as an obligation unrelated to most importers. It was almost exclusively associated with packaging manufacturers, the petrochemical industry, or national producers. Today, that perception is no longer valid and may create real risks for foreign trade operations. Currently, importing goods into…
Crisis at the Port of Buenaventura: Maritime and Ground Congestion Impacts Colombian Foreign Trade
The logistics operation at the Port of Buenaventura, Colombia’s main maritime terminal on the Pacific, is experiencing a critical congestion situation that affects not only the flow of goods but also the efficiency of the entire foreign trade supply chain. A Saturated Port: Ships and Trucks Waiting Currently, around 29…
Port of Buenaventura: Operational Challenges and Solutions Underway to Improve Logistics
Critical Context in Colombia’s Main Pacific Port In recent weeks, the Port of Buenaventura has been at the center of national attention due to serious difficulties in its logistics operations that have affected transporters, port operators, and the flow of Colombia’s foreign trade. Situations such as lines of more than…
Suspension of the Las Areneras closure: logistical impact in southwestern Antioquia
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March for Border Dignity: the protest that exposes the tariff crisis between Colombia and Ecuador
Context of the binational tariff crisis Since February 1, 2026, 30% tariffs have come into effect on trade between Colombia and Ecuador, as part of a growing bilateral tension linked to disputes over border security and cooperation against drug trafficking.According to reports from regional and national media, this decision has…
Trucks, Containers, and Vessels: China’s Logistics Under Pressure
During January and February 2026, cargo transportation in China is facing significant pressure. Companies importing from the country are reporting difficulties in securing trucks, containers, vessel space, and internal logistics services. This situation is not the result of an isolated event or an unexpected disruption, but rather a recurring phenomenon…
Why logistics is much more than transportation
For many years, international logistics has been mistakenly reduced to a single concept: moving goods from one place to another. However, global trade institutions agree on a key point: logistics is a strategic system that supports international trade, not merely an operational service. Organizations such as the World Bank and…
When a tariff changes, logistics changes as well
The 900% increase in Colombian crude transport through Ecuador The recent increase of more than 900% in the tariff for transporting Colombian crude oil through the Trans-Ecuadorian Pipeline System (SOTE) has been widely reported across the region. The measure, confirmed by the Government of Ecuador, raised the approximate cost per…
International logistics: what it is, how it works, and why it is key to global trade
International logistics is one of the silent pillars of global trade. Although it is rarely visible to the final consumer, delivery times, product costs, supply chain continuity, and the competitiveness of companies in international markets all depend on it. Understanding how it works and what elements compose it is not…
Strengthening Foreign Trade Security from Puerto Antioquia
On January 28, 2026, an important strategic agreement was finalized between the National Police, through its Anti-Narcotics Directorate, and the port company Puerto BahÃa Colombia – Puerto Antioquia, to reinforce security and exercise strict anti-narcotics controls at the maritime terminal located in Turbo, Antioquia. This agreement constitutes a key step…