Supply Chain Disruptions: How to Build a Freight Plan That Holds Up
When the Plan Changes, Who’s on the Phone? Every importer has a disruption story: The disruption itself usually isn’t what costs the most. It’s the hours spent figuring out who to call, what the options actually are, and whether anyone on the other end of the line has the authority to do something about it. […]
Section 232 Construction Equipment Tariffs Just Got More Complicated for Importers. Here’s What Actually Changed.
Construction equipment tariffs changed significantly on June 1, 2026, when the Trump Administration signed a proclamation adjusting Section 232 duties on steel, aluminum, copper, and certain mobile industrial equipment. For importers of construction equipment, forklifts, mobile cranes, and related machinery, the details matter—and the headlines don’t tell the whole story. Many reports have focused on […]
You Shouldn’t Have to Chase Your Own Cargo – How Freight Visibility Tracking Elevates Your Business
International freight is already complicated. Figuring out where your shipment is — and what “in transit” actually means right now — shouldn’t add to that. At Blue Ridge, our freight visibility tracking technology keeps you from having to ask. Visibility Isn’t a Feature. It’s the Standard. Live track-and-trace with vessel position used to be a […]
Section 232 Just Changed the Math. Here’s What Annex III Means for Your Imports.
If you import steel, aluminum, or copper — or products that contain them — the rules changed on April 6, 2026. A new presidential proclamation restructured Section 232 tariffs in ways that go beyond rate adjustments. For many importers, the way duties are calculated has fundamentally shifted. And for a specific category of goods, Annex […]
What’s Happening with U.S. Duties Right Now — And What It Actually Means for Your Cargo
If you’re importing chemicals, machinery, or high-value goods right now, the noise around US Import duties, tariffs and trade policy isn’t abstract. It’s a line item. Here’s the plain version. The Situation Right Now No across-the-board changes to U.S. import duties have been announced. That means: But stable doesn’t mean simple — and it definitely […]
The Supreme Court Just Ruled IEEPA Tariffs Were Unlawful. Here’s What That Means for Your Imports
The decision came down today — February 20, 2026 — and it’s a big one. In Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the president did not have authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. If your business paid IEEPA duties on imported goods, you may […]
Best Practices for Inland Drayage and Rail-Intermodal Integration in the U.S. Supply Chain
Smooth intermodal integration between rail and truck transport is critical for an efficient and sustainable U.S. supply chain. At Blue Ridge Logistics, we understand that the first and last miles often determine the success or failure of an intermodal shipment. Delays, missed appointments, or chassis shortages don’t just disrupt service—they drive up costs, eat up […]
The Role of Transloading & CFS Services in Reducing Cargo Costs and Improving Speed
Competent shippers are turning to transloading and CFS services to keep cargo moving quickly and affordably as new regulations are introduced and old ones are repealed. Blue Ridge Logistics provides the kind of tailored solutions that streamline the supply chain at critical points, without compromising control. If you’re importing, exporting, or distributing high-volume goods, understanding […]
The Complete Freight Flow: How Blue Ridge Orchestrates from Port to Inland Delivery
A smooth supply chain doesn’t happen by accident. From port to final inland delivery, every handoff, document, and schedule matters. At Blue Ridge Logistics, we’ve built a freight flow that puts visibility, communication, and coordination at the center of everything we do. That means no surprises, no missed information, and no forgotten updates or confusion. […]
Tariff Showdown: What the SCOTUS Case Means for Global Logistics and Your Supply Chain
The “tariff showdown” before the Supreme Court is more than a legal drama—it has real implications for logistics providers, freight forwarders, and supply chains worldwide. At Blue Ridge Logistics, we track such shifts closely because you — our customers — need to know how to respond. What’s Happening? What to Expect and When What’s at […]