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…
Colombia’s Beef Export Opportunity in China
At the beginning of 2026, the global beef market has undergone an important shift that opens a strategic window for Colombia. China, the world’s largest importer of beef, has implemented a system of quotas and tariffs on imports from countries with a high market share, such as Argentina, Brazil, and…
The rise in fuel prices in 2026 and its direct impact on cargo logistics in Colombia
The beginning of 2026 brought a new adjustment to fuel prices in Colombia, a measure with direct effects on logistics operations and road freight transport. According to official information and economic reports, the increase in gasoline and diesel prices adds to other operating costs such as tolls, significantly raising the…
Colombia and China Advance Customs Cooperation to Facilitate Trade
Colombia’s National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) achieved a notable milestone in its commercial relationship with the People’s Republic of China by signing an Action Plan that marks the beginning of the process toward a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs of both countries. This…
Colombia sets a new milestone in cargo mobilization in October 2025
In October 2025, Colombia reached a new historical record in road freight transport, consolidating a trend of logistical strengthening that positively impacts the national economy. Mobilized volume and sector growth During that month, 13.2 million tons of solid cargo were transported. Regarding liquid cargo, the country also recorded a significant…
Contingency in DIAN Systems — What Happened and What Customs Users Should Do
What Happened On November 28, 2025, DIAN declared a contingency after reporting “partial unavailability” in its customs IT systems.The systems affected were Muisca Carga, Salida de Mercancías, and SYGA Importaciones — key platforms for import, export, and the logistical movement of goods. According to official communications, the measure went into…
U.S. to Remove Coffee Tariffs: Key Logistics Impact
The United States is preparing to announce the removal of import tariffs on coffee from several Latin American origins, according to reports by Portafolio. This move is part of a broader trade-framework initiative aimed at reducing costs for agricultural imports and addressing inflationary pressures on U.S. consumers.CTA (soft): Subscribe to…
What is logistics?
Logistics can be defined as the part of supply chain management that “plans, implements, and controls the efficient and effective flow of goods, services, and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption, in order to meet customer requirements.”In other words: it’s about getting the right…
October Surprise: Spot Rates Rebound, but 2026 Remains Under Pressure
After months of decline, spot rates in container shipping took an unexpected turn in October. According to data from Xeneta, major routes from Asia to Europe and the United States saw significant increases: 38% on the U.S. West Coast (USWC), 23% on the East Coast (USEC), 18% to Northern Europe,…
Increase in Brazilian coffee imports to Colombia: a warning for trade and bean traceability
During August, coffee imports from Brazil to Colombia rose by 578%, reaching over 113,000 60-kg bags, according to data from the National Federation of Coffee Growers (FNC).¹This increase is partly due to the new 50% tariffs imposed by the United States on Brazilian coffee, while Colombian coffee maintains a 10%…