Freight professionals are accustomed to operating in a world of commercial and geopolitical tensions. Though, recent policy shifts have amplified the uncertainties they face, particularly concerning new customs duties that disrupt established workflows.

According to Henri le Gouis, head of the International Transport Commission of Geodis, “We tried to anticipate, but we did not know when thes new rights were applied. Difficult to build a strategy under these conditions.” The unpredictable nature of these policies, where “Trump can change his mind,” further complicates strategic planning.

Patrick Moebel, the president of Fedex Logistics, notes that “Air freight is governed by trade policies, we have no influence on these policies.” This lack of control adds another layer of complexity for logistics companies.

challenges in Adapting to New Trade Regulations

“We tried to anticipate, but we did not know when these new rights were applied. Difficult to build a strategy under these conditions.”

The freight industry is now focused on developing flexible strategies to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape.This includes scenario planning and diversifying supply chains to mitigate risks associated with sudden policy changes.