
Tariff Turbulence and the Conversations I'm Having with Importers Right Now
Importers are scrambling as tariff rules shift fast. From the end of de minimis to FTZ strategy and routing chaos, here's what logistics teams are doing to stay ahead.

In this fireside chat, Terminal49's co-founders, Akshay Dodeja and Matt Turner, break down the confusing world of Ocean Carrier APIs. They talk about why tracking containers is so much harder than it should be, how the industry is struggling to keep up, and what needs to change to fix it. Whether you're a freight forwarder, cargo owner, or just tired of dealing with outdated systems, this conversation offers insights and real talk about the future of container tracking.
Standardized APIs sound great, but most carriers still aren't on board. We dive into the why in this video.
Instead of waiting for the industry to catch up, shippers can use tools like Terminal49 to fill the gaps.
Missing data and slow updates mean shippers are paying the price (literally).
Should governments force carriers to provide better APIs? It might be the only way forward.
Misaligned incentives make it tough for carriers to prioritize better API access.
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