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John S. James Co. Founded in 1941, John S. James Co. is a leading international and domestic logistics service provider

📬 International Mail Entry Type 13 Mandatory Implementation Date Extended to Jan. 20, 2027 ⁣⁣U.S. Customs and Border Pro...
10/16/2026

📬 International Mail Entry Type 13 Mandatory Implementation Date Extended to Jan. 20, 2027
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has extended the mandatory Entry Type 13 implementation date by 90 days, from October 22, 2026, to January 20, 2027. The change gives customs brokers, importers and logistics providers additional time to prepare for electronic filing requirements covering certain international postal shipments subject to Section 201, 232 or 301 duties, or Partner Government Agency requirements. CBP encourages filers to begin using the process voluntarily before the deadline.
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🗞️ More: https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/national-media-release/international-mail-entry-type-13-mandatory-implementation-date
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💡 Did You Know? CBP says advance electronic data can help identify illegal and unsafe shipments before they enter the United States.
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📩 John S. James Co. helps businesses manage customs clearance, import compliance and international freight movements. Our team can help you assess changing entry requirements and coordinate the customs and logistics processes needed to support compliant shipments. For assistance, contact [email protected].
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⚓ Savannah Container Terminal Receives Major Permit Approval ⁣Georgia Ports Authority has secured U.S. Army Corps of Eng...
10/16/2026

⚓ Savannah Container Terminal Receives Major Permit Approval
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Georgia Ports Authority has secured U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approval for the proposed Savannah Container Terminal, clearing a major milestone after a three-year review.
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The $2.3 billion project is scheduled to begin construction in January 2028. When completed in the mid-2030s, the 350-acre facility is expected to add 3.5 million TEUs of capacity, increasing Savannah's planned total from 7.75 million to 12 million TEUs.
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Savannah is the corporate headquarters of John S. James Co., making continued investment in the port and its inland connections particularly relevant to our business and customers.
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🗞️ Full press release: https://gaports.com/press-releases/georgia-ports-achieves-permit-for-3-5-million-teu-container-terminal/
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💡 Did You Know? Georgia Ports Authority has outlined nearly $5 billion in future port infrastructure investment, following $4.13 billion in improvements approved over the past decade.
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📩 John S. James Co. supports international trade through customs brokerage, freight forwarding, transportation and logistics. As Savannah continues investing in its role as a major Southeast gateway, efficient coordination between ports, inland transportation and customs clearance remains essential. Contact [email protected]
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🌍 EU-China Trade Understanding Raises More Questions Than Answers ⁣⁣The EU and China have reached a preliminary understa...
10/15/2026

🌍 EU-China Trade Understanding Raises More Questions Than Answers
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The EU and China have reached a preliminary understanding intended to ease trade tensions, including proposals involving Chinese hybrid vehicle exports, selected European exports to China and access to critical raw materials.
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But with the EU's goods trade deficit with China reaching €360 billion last year, critics question whether the concessions go far enough to address the wider imbalance. For businesses, the key distinction is between preliminary commitments and measures that have actually been implemented.
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🗞️ Full article from American Journal of Transportation, for more: https://www.ajot.com/insights/full/ai-eu-china-trade-dealmore-questions-than-answers
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💡 Did You Know? Chinese brands accounted for 25% of Europe's plug-in hybrid market in the first half of 2026, up from 2% in 2024, according to the article.
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📩 International trade developments can affect sourcing, customs requirements, supplier relationships and freight flows. John S. James Co. supports businesses with customs brokerage, freight forwarding, transportation and logistics, helping customers manage the practical requirements of cross-border trade. Contact [email protected]
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🛃 Strengthening Customs Enforcement ⁣U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is moving toward stricter import complianc...
10/15/2026

🛃 Strengthening Customs Enforcement
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is moving toward stricter import compliance, with proposed changes that could require bonds for all informal entries. The reforms also target duty evasion, inaccurate declarations, and gaps in shipment data, potentially increasing compliance obligations for importers and customs brokers.
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🔗 Visit U.S. Customs and Border Protection for more: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/strengthening-customs-enforcement
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💡 Did You Know? CBP's proposal includes a new electronic entry type for international mail shipments, while the separate voluntary Entry Type 13 process remains available.
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📩 John S. James Co. helps importers manage customs clearance, entry requirements, and trade compliance, with experienced customs brokerage professionals supporting accurate filings and evolving regulatory obligations. Contact us for assistance at [email protected].
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10/14/2026

📣 Are You a Licensed Customs Broker Looking for Your Next Leadership Opportunity?

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John S. James Co. is seeking a Knoxville Operations Manager to lead our local operations team and oversee the continued success of our customs brokerage activities.

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This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) who understands the importance of compliance, accuracy, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service.

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At John S. James Co., we believe our people are our greatest asset. Despite being a company of nearly 200 employees, our team members have an average tenure of more than 10 years — a reflection of our commitment to a supportive culture, professional growth, and long-term career opportunities.

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🌷 Our Knoxville office is located in a beautiful park-like setting at Advantage Place near Cedar Bluff, offering employees a pleasant environment in which to work while remaining conveniently located in West Knoxville.

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Benefits include:

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✅ Comprehensive insurance, including:

✅ Health insurance

✅ Dental insurance

✅ Vision insurance

✅ Life insurance

✅ 401(k) retirement plan

✅ Progressive paid time-off (PTO) plan

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The successful candidate will provide leadership to our Import Department team, oversee daily operations, support employee development, and apply customs brokerage expertise to guide staff and resolve complex client matters.

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💡 An active LCB certification is required for consideration.
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🔗 Click the following link to learn more and to apply: https://johnsjames.com/current-open-position-operations-manager-knoxville-tn/
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⛽ Diesel’s Supply Crunch May Hit CFOs Through Freight Contracts ⁣⁣Diesel prices may have eased slightly, but transportat...
10/14/2026

⛽ Diesel’s Supply Crunch May Hit CFOs Through Freight Contracts

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Diesel prices may have eased slightly, but transportation costs remain under pressure. With national spot rates running well above their nine-year seasonal averages and diesel still at $6.20 a gallon, finance teams should be watching how fuel costs affect freight contracts and upcoming carrier negotiations.

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🗞️ Full article from Supply Chain Dive: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/diesels-supply-crunch-may-hit-cfos-through-freight-contracts/831981/

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💡 Did You Know? Fuel surcharges commonly adjust on a weekly schedule tied to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s diesel price.

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📩 John S. James Co. helps importers and exporters manage the transportation and customs implications of changing freight costs, including freight forwarding, transportation planning and international logistics. If rising fuel or freight costs are affecting your supply chain, contact us for assistance at [email protected].


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🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦 USTR Opens Public Comment Period Ahead of 2027 USMCA Review ⁣The next phase of the USMCA review process is offici...
10/14/2026

🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦 USTR Opens Public Comment Period Ahead of 2027 USMCA Review
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The next phase of the USMCA review process is officially underway.
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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is seeking public comments on how the agreement is operating, including compliance, investment, North American competitiveness and economic security. Comments and requests to participate in the public hearing are due January 12, 2027.
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This matters to companies with cross-border supply chains because USMCA is about much more than tariffs. Its rules can affect sourcing, customs compliance, manufacturing investment and the movement of components and finished goods between the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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One important clarification: the 2027 review does not mean USMCA automatically expires in 2027. The agreement's current term runs through 2036, but annual reviews will continue because the United States did not agree to extend the agreement at the July 2026 review.
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🗞️ Full article: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/05/2026-20341/request-for-public-comments-and-notice-of-public-hearing-relating-to-the-operation-of-the-agreement
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💡 Did You Know? U.S. companies and other interested parties can submit comments to USTR as part of this consultation process, with the deadline set for January 12, 2027.
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📩 John S. James Co. are cross-border and USMCA experts, helping businesses manage the customs brokerage, freight forwarding, transportation and trade compliance requirements involved in moving goods throughout North America. For questions about your U.S.-Mexico-Canada supply chain, contact [email protected]
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🚛 Truckers Are Using Every Trick They Can to Survive Soaring Diesel Prices ⁣⁣Record diesel prices are hitting independen...
10/13/2026

🚛 Truckers Are Using Every Trick They Can to Survive Soaring Diesel Prices

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Record diesel prices are hitting independent truckers especially hard. At $6.53 a gallon nationally, fuel can consume thousands of dollars on a single long-haul trip, leaving drivers cutting expenses everywhere they can just to keep their wheels turning. For shippers and consumers, the pressure can eventually show up in freight rates and the cost of goods.

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🗞️ Full article from The Wall Street Journal: https://www.wsj.com/economy/truckers-are-using-every-trick-they-can-to-survive-soaring-diesel-prices-0af349aa

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💡 Did You Know? A single 18-wheeler can take on roughly 150 gallons or more of diesel, so even a $1 increase per gallon can add $150 or more to one fill-up.

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📩 John S. James Co. works with importers and exporters on the transportation, customs brokerage and logistics challenges that arise when freight costs and market conditions change. If rising transportation costs are affecting your supply chain, contact us at [email protected] to discuss a freight cost analysis.

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🤖 Transportation and Logistics Account for 47% of Professional Robot Sales ⁣Transportation and logistics accounted for 4...
10/13/2026

🤖 Transportation and Logistics Account for 47% of Professional Robot Sales

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Transportation and logistics accounted for 47% of professional service robot sales worldwide in 2025, with 117,500 robots sold for applications involving the movement of goods, materials and deliveries. That's a 21% increase from 2024.

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The broader professional service robotics market grew 24% to nearly 250,000 units, while robotics-as-a-service continues to gain ground, particularly in the United States.

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🗞️ Full article from Supply Chain 24/7: https://www.supplychain247.com/article/transportation-logistics-professional-robot-sales?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=news&oly_enc_id=4991H4377767A2Y

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💡 Did You Know? Transportation and logistics sold more professional service robots than hospitality and professional cleaning combined.

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As automation continues to influence transportation, warehousing and material handling, having the right logistics partner remains essential. John S. James Co. provides customs brokerage, freight forwarding, transportation and logistics services to help businesses coordinate shipments and manage their supply chains.

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📩 Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about our services.

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💱 After Its September Nosedive, Is the Super Peso Gone for Good? ⁣⁣Mexico’s peso fell 6.32% in September, its largest mo...
10/12/2026

💱 After Its September Nosedive, Is the Super Peso Gone for Good?

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Mexico’s peso fell 6.32% in September, its largest monthly depreciation since June 2024, reversing much of the strength that had pushed the currency below 17 pesos to the U.S. dollar in August. A narrower Mexico-U.S. interest-rate differential, stronger U.S. dollar, higher Treasury yields and uncertainty surrounding USMCA have all added pressure.

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🗞️ Full article from Mexico News Daily: https://mexiconewsdaily.com/business/after-september-nosedive-is-super-peso-gone-for-good/

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💡 Did You Know? The peso went from more than 18 pesos per U.S. dollar at the end of 2025 to below 17 in August 2026, before climbing back above 18 by the end of September.

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📩 Currency movements can directly affect the cost of goods, sourcing decisions and cross-border trade between the United States and Mexico. John S. James Co. helps companies manage the customs brokerage, trade compliance and freight-forwarding requirements involved in U.S.-Mexico trade. For assistance with your cross-border supply chain, contact [email protected].

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Savannah, GA
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