Colombia–Ecuador Tariff Crisis: Impact on Trade and How to Protect Your Logistics
The commercial tension threatening bilateral trade In recent weeks, there has been an escalation of tariff measures between Colombia and Ecuador that is significantly affecting trade between the two countries. Analysts and business associations on both sides of the border have expressed concern about sharp declines in imports and negative…
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…
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 Today, that perception is no longer valid and may create real risks for foreign trade operations.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…
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…
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…
Ecuador and Colombia intensify trade and energy measures
The trade relationship between Ecuador and Colombia has entered a new phase of tension following the announcement of tariff and energy measures adopted by both governments in January 2026. The introduction of 30% tariffs and the suspension of electricity exports represent a significant shift in the bilateral trade framework, with…
TRM, FOB value and CIF value: three acronyms every importer must understand
If you are taking your first steps in the world of imports or exports, you have surely already come across acronyms such as TRM, FOB, and CIF. And yes, at first they may seem confusing, but understanding them is essential to know how much it really costs to move your…