The U.S. government is rolling out new port entry requirements aimed at increasing oversight of foreign-built and operated vessels, particularly those linked to China’s shipbuilding and logistics sectors. Under guidance issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), ships that fail to verify payment of newly imposed Section 301 maritime fees will be barred from […]
U.S. Tightens Maritime Entry Rules: Proof of Section 301 Fee Payment Now Mandatory for Certain Vessels

