Stranded vessels and rising crude pressure global maritime trade
A strategic energy corridor under pressure The military escalation involving Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into one of the main pressure points for international maritime trade. In the first hours of the conflict, reports confirmed vessels being attacked, tankers damaged, and ships forced to remain stationary, while several…
Ecuador raises tariffs to 50% and deepens its commercial dispute with Colombia
Ecuador increased tariffs on Colombian products from 30% to 50%, a move that marks a new escalation in the economic relationship between the two countries. The increase, presented as a national‑security measure to confront drug trafficking at the border, adds to a conflict that has evolved since early 2026 and…
Puerto Antioquia: A New Logistics Era for Colombia and Real Business Opportunities
Since early February 2026, Puerto Antioquia began its regular operation as a new maritime terminal in the Gulf of Urabá, marking a milestone for Colombian foreign trade and regional logistics competitiveness. This port, with modern and ambitious infrastructure, offers new alternatives for exporters and importers looking to reduce time, costs,…
68% reduction in empty container occupancy improves operations in Buenaventura
Context of port congestion The port of Buenaventura has faced significant congestion in recent months, associated, among other factors, with the accumulation of empty containers in yards and operational areas. This situation put pressure on available infrastructure and affected normal loading, unloading, and cargo dispatch times. According to official information…
Dollar Decline and Floriculture: A Logistics Reading for Exporters
The Context: Weak Dollar During Valentine’s Season In the run-up to Valentine’s Day, one of the most important moments for Colombian floriculture, the sector faces a complex scenario: the decline of the dollar against the peso. According to information published by El Tiempo, more than 80% of the country’s flower…
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 Today, that perception is no longer valid and may create real risks for foreign trade operations.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…