U.S. container imports fell 6.8% in January, according to Descartes data cited by Reuters. While volumes declined month-over-month, the results point to more normalized trade patterns following extended periods of disruption and frontloading in early 2025. The data highlights how shifting demand, inventory adjustments, and trade policy dynamics continue to influence import activity in 2026.

Cracking down on tariff evasion and customs fraud has become a priority in the U.S. Supply Chain Brain features insights from Descartes’ Jackson Wood on emerging risk areas, enforcement trends and how organizations can strengthen compliance programs.

From regulatory change to geopolitical risk, Global Trade Magazine shares insights from Descartes’ Jackson Wood on the trends shaping global trade in 202 and how businesses can prepare for what’s next.

After a year of unprecedented trade disruption, Logistics Management speaks with Descartes’ Jackson Wood about how leading U.S. ports adapted to redirected trade flows and what these shifts mean for long-term supply chain resilience.