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Maersk Halts Middle East Shipping Services as Iran War Snarls Global Trade
March 06, 2026

Global logistics company Maersk said Friday (March 6) that it has it has temporarily suspended some of its shipping services in the Middle East due to the conflict with Iran. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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PayPal Brings Crypto to Logistics Payments
March 03, 2026

PayPal and transportation trade finance provider TCS Blockchain have launched a collaboration to enable carriers to use digital assets on blockchain rails to settle freight invoices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Shipping Downturn Masks Strong Demand for Consumer Goods
February 26, 2026

Importers in the United States are anticipating favorable deals as they negotiate their ocean shipping contracts for 2026, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday (Feb. 26). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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New York Sues UPS, Alleging Persistent Underpayment of Seasonal Workers
December 15, 2025

The New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) sued UPS Monday (Dec. 15), alleging that the package delivery company “repeatedly and persistently” underpaid seasonal workers by requiring them to work off the clock, failing to accurately record all hours worked, and manipulating timekeeping...

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Cargo Theft Goes Digital as Cybercrime Invades the Supply Chain
November 06, 2025

Cybercrime is finding a foothold in the most physical corner of global commerce, the freight economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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Visa and Transcard Power Embedded Finance on Freight Industry Platform
November 04, 2025

Visa and Transcard are now powering embedded payments and working capital solutions on WebCargo by Freightos, a digital booking and payments platform in the freight industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Tariffs Are Shifting but Not Stopping Trade, Says Port Exec
September 24, 2025

The head of one of the world’s largest ports remains optimistic despite ongoing tariffs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Businesses Uncertain Who Will Pay New Port Fees Charged on Chinese Ships
September 17, 2025

New U.S. port fees are set to be charged on Chinese ships beginning Oct. 14, but U.S. businesses are reportedly uncertain who will ultimately pay them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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DHL Teams With Shopify to Expand International Shipping
August 25, 2025

DHL is teaming with Shopify to expand international shipping for U.S.-based merchants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...