Golden Week 2026: what every importer should know before October 1
Golden Week 2026 doesn’t arrive alone this year. The Mid-Autumn Festival falls between September 25 and 27, and National Day runs from October 1 to 7. Between the two dates, only three regular working days remain: September 28, 29, and 30. Anyone importing from China needs that window marked weeks…
Why ocean freight rates keep rising in 2026
If your ocean freight cost has gone up in recent months without a clear explanation from your agent, you’re not alone. In 2026, container prices no longer respond to supply and demand alone: geopolitical conflict, typhoon season, environmental regulation, and even how carriers reposition empty containers are all pushing rates…
Puerto Antioquia and Túnel del Toyo: a new gateway to the sea
For decades, Antioquia has operated at a structural disadvantage: it has no direct access to the sea. Cargo moving by sea has traditionally depended on ports like Cartagena, Buenaventura, or Barranquilla, with long and costly overland routes to reach the region. Two ongoing projects are changing that picture: Puerto Antioquia,…
Maritime Traffic in Colombia Grows 5.6%: What It Means for Your Foreign Trade Operation
Colombia started 2026 with a clear signal: seaborne foreign trade keeps expanding. According to the General Maritime Directorate (Dimar), international maritime traffic grew 5.6% in the first quarter of the year, with 2,754 vessel calls. For importers and exporters, that figure isn’t just a headline: it points to more capacity,…
Puerto Antioquia Consolidates Its Operation: First Coffee Export and 100 Ships Served
Puerto Antioquia reached two milestones in less than two weeks that confirm the Urabá terminal has moved from a promise under construction to an operational, measurable logistics alternative. On July 4, it received its 100th container ship since starting operations in February, and on July 16 it shipped its first…
Ecuador and Colombia Eliminate Tariffs: What Changes for Bilateral Logistics?
The End of 100% Tariffs Comes into Effect As of June 1, the elimination of tariffs of up to 100% that Ecuador had imposed on imports from Colombia has officially taken effect. The measure was formalized by Ecuador’s National Customs Service (SENAE), which revoked the rate implemented during the most…
CMA CGM Bali in La Guaira: A Logistics Boost Opening New Trade Opportunities with Venezuela
The arrival of the CMA CGM Bali at the Port of La Guaira is not only a milestone for Venezuela’s port infrastructure, but also a clear signal of transformation in the region’s logistics dynamics. With a length of over 366 meters, this vessel sets a new operational benchmark and positions…
DIAN Hack: logistical implications and operational continuity
A digital incident that tests operations The National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) recently reported a cybersecurity incident that affected part of its systems. According to what was communicated by the entity and reported by different media outlets, the event was contained without compromising the tax, customs, or foreign exchange…
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…