Trump’s Plan B for reciprocal tariffs
Following the Supreme Court ruling, Trump has reacted immediately to maintain his trade policy through a “Plan B” that replaces the annulled legal basis with other statutes. The measures have already been made official through new proclamations and executive orders. This publication will be updated as more details become available. Actions taken by the U.S. […]
Supreme Court rules Trump’s reciprocal tariffs illegal
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, has ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the president to impose tariffs. This opens a few days full of uncertainty. Update (Feb. 21): We have published the content of Trump’s plan to apply reciprocal tariffs and its implications for European exporting […]
Implications of the EU’s new digital border controls
As of April 10, 2026, the EU will begin to strictly enforce its digital border control system. This change may directly impact companies’ logistics chains, their installation and after-sales teams, and their delivery times. What exactly changes? The 90-day rule in any 180-day period already existed for citizens of non-Schengen countries. However, until now it […]
United States proposes new shipping fees
The United States redefines its maritime policy with direct implications on global trade, logistics costs and industrial exports. America’s Maritime Action Plan is a comprehensive strategy put forward by the Donald Trump administration with the goal of regaining the nation’s maritime dominance, revitalizing its shipyards and strengthening national and economic security. Below we review the […]
Keys to understanding European ESG regulations
Comprehensive report prepared by our partner Worsley that analyzes the legal framework of sustainability and the main European ESG regulations. Below, we offer you the main key points of this analysis. European companies are facing an increasingly demanding regulatory landscape in terms of sustainability. ESG criteria are no longer an option but a key strategic […]
Overview of relevant agreements for European industry
Beyond the agreements with Mercosur and India, the EU is currently engaged in several trade negotiation processes that may introduce new preferences and disciplines applicable to industrial goods and associated services. These processes are at different stages of maturity and present relevant differences both in their scope and in the type of commercial advantages they […]
EU activates electronic ATA carnet
As of March 31, 2026, the EU will be integrated into the electronic ATA carnet system, progressively replacing the paper-based stamping with a digital model based on QR codes. The change will imply new operational obligations for companies and Chambers of Commerce. This transformation involves moving from a system based on a front and back […]
Australia-EU agreement enters its decisive phase
The President of the European Commission is expected to travel to Australia at the end of February 2026 to try to seal the EU-Australia free trade agreement, stalled since October 2023. The context of Trump’s tariffs has accelerated negotiations. After the U.S. president imposed tariffs on allies including Australia and the EU, the two sides […]
Critical transformations for pharmaceutical packaging
Pharmaceutical packaging machinery manufacturers must upgrade their equipment to enable their customers to meet new regulatory obligations, process materials with different mechanical properties, and respond to the growing demand for automation and connectivity. PMMI published in January 2026 the report “Trends and Challenges in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing”, based on surveys of international manufacturers and OEMs. Although […]
Commodity & Transportation Index Analysis (February 2026)
Commodity and logistics markets are gradually returning to normal after several years of disruption. Global supply chains have regained their fluidity, resulting in greater stability and predictability. We analyze the February Commodity and Transportation Indices note, which you can download from the CoLAB > Studies and publications. – Industrial raw materials: diverging trends The metals […]