Dedola Global Logistics

US Importers: the ocean isn't where you're losing money. The handoff is. Our CIO and co-owner, Stephen Dedola, joined Malcolm Harris and Michael W. Vincent on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? to unpack demurrage and detention - the coordination failure that quietly drains margins and doesn't take weekends off. Why does it still happen in 2026, with all this technology? Stephen's answer: AI and dashboards are tools. They tell you what happened but they're not making the phone calls or arranging the second pickup. It takes skilled people using the right tools, and the stats show very few freight forwarders actually are. The encouraging part: carriers are using AI to project further out, and the playing field is leveling fast. At Dedola, these tools let us build programs in weeks instead of months. An industry that only got digital contracts a couple of years ago is about to change very quickly. 🎧 Full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=TjKYkwxf…

👻 Have you heard of GHOST CONTAINERS? In the extremely rare event of a container falling overboard, containers with different weight and cargo behave differently. Some sink to the bottom of the ocean. Some never reach the bottom of the sea. They just keep drifting, right below the surface of the water. You can't see them on radar and they can also be dangerous for ships. That's why they call them ghost containers 🕸️ It is the one Halloween story in freight where the haunting is real. Watch what happens when a container goes overboard: na2.hubs.ly/H08KX540 #Hauloween #GhostContainers #CargoInsurance #FreightForwarding #SupplyChain

Keeping up with freight news has become a job in itself. In the past two weeks alone, our team tracked more than a hundred developments affecting Asia–US shipping. Most of them don't need your attention. A few absolutely do. So we're launching a weekly briefing that does the filtering for you, whether you ship with Dedola or not. Every Tuesday, you get the handful of stories that matter, each in three parts: → What happened → Why it matters for importers → What we're watching next About four minutes to read. That's it. What we cover: 🚢 Carrier capacity: Blank sailings, suspended services, alliance changes, schedule reliability ⚓ Ports and rail: Congestion and dwell at major US gateways, inland rail delays 🌍 Routes and chokepoints: Panama, Suez, the Red Sea, and what disruptions mean for transit times 📋 Tariffs and customs: Trade policy moves, Section 301 updates, agency rule changes 📈 Demand and rates: US import volumes, peak season signals, surcharges ⚠️ Cargo risk: Vessel incidents and safety issues affecting freight already on the water We read a dozen-plus sources every day: trade press, rate indices, regulators, port authorities. You get the short version. Your weekly news digest arrives each Tuesday. Sign up here 👉 na2.hubs.ly/H08vfTR0 #FreightForwarding #SupplyChain #Logistics #Importers #Shipping

Draft restrictions rarely cancel sailings. They change the economics. Ships still sail. They carry less weight, add canal surcharges, bid up auctioned slots, or reroute via Suez or the Cape and add transit days. The Canal Authority has warned that a strengthening El Niño is threatening the rainfall that refills Gatun and Alajuela lakes. The playbook for low water is well established: cut maximum draft first, then trim daily transit slots. We broke down the exposure by vertical, from toys and consumer electronics to apparel and auto parts, with a full importer checklist: na2.hubs.ly/H07V_1P0 #PanamaCanal #OceanFreight #SupplyChain #Importers #FreightForwarding #elnino #elniño

99.5% of our shipments cleared without a demurrage or detention charge last year. Here is the part that matters: how we count. 3,500 client shipments in 2025. A shipment counts against us if it carries any D&D charge. Whoever caused it. Port congestion? Counts. Carrier rolled the sailing? Counts. Trucker missed the window? Still counts. Most of the industry treats these charges as the cost of doing business. We treat them as evidence something was catchable earlier: a document filed late, a chassis not booked, a rolled sailing nobody flagged. Catch those early and the invoice never happens. It is not perfection. It is reliability you can plan around. Happy to walk anyone through the method. #FreightForwarding #SupplyChain #Logistics #Importing

Delays. No real-time visibility. Fees that weren't in the quote. Most experienced importers have stopped fighting it. They chalk it up to the nature of the business. Ryan Dedola, Freight Strategist at @DGLSupplyChain challenges that directly. None of it is inevitable, and none of it is industry standard. It's what a reactive setup produces, and it quietly costs you margin on every single shipment, usually without you noticing. The importers who don't deal with this didn't get lucky. They built the right setup: proactive planning, precision, and a forwarder who talks to them before there's a problem. That's exactly what our consultation is for. We'll review your import strategy, pinpoint where it's leaking money, and build a contingency plan for your specific lanes. Tell us where you ship from, how often, and what you move. We'll review it and reach out to schedule a call when it works for you. No commitment. No pressure. Just a clearer picture of where your operation stands and what it takes to make it bulletproof. And if you choose to work with us, we guarantee we'll cut the predictable headaches most importers live with to under 1%. 50 years of freight forwarding. Still family owned. Built on one belief: the right experience and communication prevent most supply chain headaches. Second set of eyes on your setup 👉 na2.hubs.ly/H071Dnm0 #Importing #SupplyChain #FreightForwarding #Logistics #Ecommerce

US Importers: the ocean isn't where you're losing money. The handoff is. Our CIO and co-owner, Stephen Dedola, joined Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? to unpack demurrage and detention - the coordination failure that quietly drains margins and doesn't take weekends off. Why does it still happen in 2026, with all this technology? Stephen's answer: AI and dashboards are tools. They tell you what happened but they're not making the phone calls or arranging the second pickup. It takes skilled people using the right tools, and the stats show very few freight forwarders actually are. The encouraging part: carriers are using AI to project further out, and the playing field is leveling fast. At Dedola, these tools let us build programs in weeks instead of months. An industry that only got digital contracts a couple of years ago is about to change very quickly. 🎧 Full episode: na2.hubs.ly/H06FDNq0 #SupplyChain #FreightForwarding #Logistics #AI #WhatTheTruck

AI is starting to reshape one of the oldest and most overlooked parts of global business. The change is already happening, and the companies that understand it first will have a serious advantage. What does that mean for logistics, for jobs, and for the future of global trade? This is where things get interesting. If you work in importing, freight, supply chain, or manufacturing, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. Subscribe for more insights on logistics, freight, and global trade, and see why the next big shift may already be underway. na2.hubs.ly/H06gpd30 #AIinLogistics #SupplyChainAI #GlobalFreight #FreightForwarding #USImporter #LogisticsTechnology #SupplyChainOptimization #PredictiveLogistics #DedolaGlobalLogistics #ImportShipping #FreightTechnology #AISupplyChain #LogisticsAutomation #SmartPorts #FutureOfFreight #InternationalShipping #FreightForwarder #SupplyChainManagement #LogisticsCosts #GlobalTrade

Importing certified apparel into the US and not sure if your documentation is actually ready? We put together a practical guide covering exactly what certifications are required, how to prepare compliant documentation, and what to look for in a freight forwarder who has handled certified apparel before. It is free. It is specific. And it could save you a very expensive delay. Access it from here 👉 na2.hubs.ly/H05Fr3n0

Tariff engineering can be one of the most effective (and legal) tools available for reducing that exposure and protecting margins. If you haven't reviewed your HTS codes in the last 2–3 years, especially with Section 301 tariffs and new surcharges active, there's a real chance your classification structure is costing you more than it should. Tariff engineering is the legal practice of modifying a product's design, assembly, sourcing, or structure so it qualifies for a lower duty rate. It's not a loophole. It's a legitimate, well-documented strategy used by experienced importers to protect margins. 5 strategies worth evaluating: → HTS code reclassification → Product or material modification → Kit and component import structure → Country of origin engineering → First sale valuation We broke it all down in a new guide. Read it from here: na2.hubs.ly/H050ZL20 #Importing #FreightForwarding #Tariffs #Section301 #SupplyChain #TariffEngineering #Customs

Apparel importers in 2026 face a dynamic market where seasonal demand, tariff changes, and geopolitical events combine to drive surcharges and rate hikes that can impact margins. With Emergency Bunker Surcharge (EBS) and capacity challenges influencing every shipment, planning ahead and booking early is more vital than ever. Discover strategies to secure capacity and navigate this volatile environment efficiently in our latest blog post. Check out our new blog post: na2.hubs.ly/H04BX9f0 #ApparelLogistics #SupplyChainInnovation #GlobalTrade #ImportStrategy

Supreme Court Tariff Ruling: What U.S. Importers Need to Do Now The Supreme Court has ruled that the administration overstepped its authority in imposing broad emergency tariffs under IEEPA. Those specific tariffs have been invalidated. That does not mean refunds are automatic. And it does not mean tariff volatility is over. Here’s what importers need to understand: 1. Refunds Are Not Guaranteed (Yet) There is currently no formal CBP refund process. The Court ruling did not include instructions on how recovery will work. No timeline has been announced. 2. Liquidation Determines Protest Rights Importers cannot file a protest until an entry has liquidated. Many recent entries have not yet liquidated. Monitoring those dates is critical because the protest window begins at liquidation. 3. ACE Setup Is Required CBP does not automatically mail checks. Importers must ensure their financial information is properly set up in ACE to receive refunds if they are ultimately approved. 4. Interest Is Not Confirmed There has been discussion about interest on refunds, but nothing has been formally approved. 5. A 10% Global Tariff Is Already in Effect ⚖️ Separate from the invalidated IEEPA tariffs, a 10% global tariff under Section 122 went into effect February 24 and is authorized for up to 150 days pending Congressional review. This is not a payout situation. It is a developing compliance issue 📌 Importers should be: • Auditing impacted HTS codes • Organizing full documentation (7501s, 3461s, invoices, B/Ls, proof of payment) • Monitoring liquidation status • Consulting trade counsel before filing protests The environment remains fluid 🌎 The companies that stay disciplined and documentation-ready will be in the strongest position if and when formal guidance is issued. If you need help reviewing your entries or understanding how this affects your freight, we’re monitoring developments daily. na2.hubs.ly/H03Xplr0

The U.S. Supreme Court decision to strike down IEEPA tariffs affects the reciprocal tariffs and the specific tariffs against China, Mexico, and Canada to stop the flow of fentanyl. Additional proceedings may address implementation and related questions. Read the decision 👉 na2.hubs.ly/H03TdNX0 #ustariffs #supremecourt #tariffs #ieepa

Happy Year of the Horse, from our CEO Marc Dedola! This Chinese New Year, supply chains may stall, but Dedola doesn’t. As production slows, we charge ahead — anticipating delays, managing complexity, and delivering consistency you can rely on. In Chinese culture, the Horse symbolizes speed, freedom, and forward momentum. Success doesn't come from waiting. It comes from moving decisively. That’s exactly the mindset we all need during these unprecedented times. There's a Chinese proverb: "A horse arrives – success follows." "马到成功" (Mǎ dào chénggōng) In traditional Chinese society, horses were never symbols of chance or luck. They were symbols of movement, execution, and utility. A horse carried people, messages, supplies, and orders. It bridged distances. The horse made things happen. #chinesenewyear #freightforwarding #logistics #nvocc

We’re lucky to have some truly great people on our team - and today we’re excited to introduce Tristin Kurtz, our Sales & Marketing Coordinator 👋 From concept to execution, Tristin helps shape and launch strategic initiatives that strengthen Dedola’s brand, generate demand, and equip our sales team with the tools they need to build lasting client relationships.

Important! Don't miss your refund. Starting February 6, 2026, CBP will issue refunds electronically (no more paper checks). Most importers won’t qualify for a waiver to keep receiving paper checks, so it’s best to get this set up now. 👇What you need to do (ACE ACH setup) 1. Log in to your ACE Portal (Top Account) as the TAO (or an authorized proxy/user) 2. Go to the Importer sub-account view 3. Open the ACH Refund Authorization tab 4. Add/confirm/update your U.S. bank information for receiving refunds Our team at Dedola is always delighted to help our clients in situations like this and check if everything is set up correctly!

💡 As Chief Innovation Officer, Stephen Dedola drives the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, sets new industry standards, and develops solutions that empower people to excel at what they do best. 🚢 He pioneered TrakItPRO — the industry’s first shipment tracking system — after recognizing a major gap in the market. 📊 Today, his focus is on solving complex tariff challenges through his latest creation: HarmonyTi, a breakthrough tariff intelligence application. 🌟 Stephen’s vision continues to shape the future of logistics, blending innovation with practical solutions that deliver tangible results. #freightforwarder #logistics #tariffs #tariffintelligence #supplychain #logisticspartner

Ocean freight isn’t just about moving containers—it’s about keeping your business moving forward. Moving cargo across oceans is rarely straightforward. Each container shares space with hundreds of others, navigating multiple ports and facing its own set of challenges along the way. That’s why active oversight matters—tracking vessels, anticipating possible delays, and addressing concerns before they become problems helps keep your supply chain running smoothly. Unexpected costs and last-minute disruptions are often the result of poor planning or weak relationships with carriers, not just the “cost of doing business.” By treating every shipment as unique and maintaining strong industry partnerships, it’s possible to reduce friction and keep deliveries predictable. Choosing the right freight partner means your business isn’t just reacting to issues, but staying ahead of them. With careful planning and continuous supervision, ocean freight can become a reliable, scalable foundation for growth—not a source of uncertainty! Get a consultation with our team at Dedola and find out how the right freight forwarder can make all the difference 👉na2.hubs.ly/y0PX7s0

We believe LCL can be as efficient as FCL (full container load) shipping. Efficient LCL should feel no different from full container shipping when you’re working with the right partner that has a strong network of professionals and can offer expert consolidation. At Dedola, every shipment is equally important, big or small. We understand that our importer clients need to focus on moving their business forward while we deliver precision. Book a consultation with our team at Dedola and find out how to optimize your LCL shipping and maximize every dollar you spend 👉 na2.hubs.ly/y0QGpY0 #lclshipping #usimporter #freightforwarder #logisticspartner #logistics #supplychain