In this special Freight Buyers’ Club explainer, Mike King unpacks the recent U.S. crackdown on de minimis exemptions – and why this policy change is sending shockwaves through global air cargo and e-commerce supply chains.

Joined by:

• John Pearson, CEO, DHL Express
• Kathy Liu, VP Global Sales & Marketing, Dimerco Express Group
• Mark Chadwick, President, Global Shippers Association
• David King, Board Member, The Airforwarders Association

This episode covers the regulatory changes, their impact on capacity, pricing, and logistics strategy – and what freight buyers need to know to stay agile.

Supported by MSC Air Cargo – enabling independent journalism in freight.

#DeMinimis #AirCargo #FreightBuyersClub #EcommerceLogistics #TradePolicy #SupplyChain #LogisticsNews #AirFreight #FreightForwarding #GlobalTrade #DHL #MSC #Dimerco

How do you keep global trade moving when shipping lanes are under threat and borders are tightening?

In this episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, host Mike King speaks to Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding for the Middle East and Africa, inside DHL’s massive new EV logistics facility in Dubai.

Diallo reveals how DHL has responded to the Red Sea shipping crisis, is investing across the region, and has turned disruption into competitive advantage.

We cover:

• DHL’s rerouting strategy around the Red Sea and Gulf tensions
• Growth opportunities across Africa and the GCC
• Challenges with customs regulations and talent acquisition
• The role of logistics in driving regional peace and economic growth

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Host Mike King meets John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express, inside one of the company’s cutting-edge express logistics facilities in Dubai.

Standing on-site, Pearson unpacks DHL’s €500 million investment across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, explains why he remains bullish on global trade despite growing protectionism, and dives into the e-commerce boom and the fallout from de minimis regulation changes in the U.S.

Key talking points:
DHL’s €500M strategic play in the Gulf
The real state of global trade amid U.S. retreat
️ How platforms like Temu and Shein are reshaping logistics
Why new de minimis rules are hitting China–US flows
DHL’s long-term view on infrastructure and capacity in MENA

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Filmed standing at a major DHL major Dubai logistics hub

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In this episode of The Freight Buyers Club, Mike King sits down with Vivian Brunialti, Regional Development Director for the Americas at JAS Worldwide, and Andrea Goeman, Senior Vice President for QHSE and Sustainability. They share expert insights on navigating freight challenges amid tariffs, supply chain shifts, and geopolitical uncertainty in 2025.

Discover how freight buyers can strategically manage sourcing decisions, balance air and ocean freight, and adopt nearshoring trends to mitigate risks. Andrea and Vivian also explore how sustainability and ESG goals intersect with today’s fast-moving freight market.

Key topics include:

• Navigating US tariffs and their impact on freight routing and sourcing
• Nearshoring strategies in Asia Pacific and the Americas
• Optimizing air and ocean freight amid market volatility
• Integrating ESG and sustainability into supply chain resilience
• Practical tactics for flexible contracts, inventory, and risk management
• JAS Worldwide’s growth and investment plans in key markets

Whether you’re a logistics leader or freight buyer, this episode offers actionable strategies to stay agile and competitive in uncertain times.

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In this video explainer edition of The Freight Buyers’ Club, host Mike King brings you exclusive insights and expert interviews recorded at the 2025 ‘transport logistic’ and Air Cargo Europe event in Munich.

In less than 15 minutes, we explore the key themes shaping global freight markets — including volatile rates, emerging risks, air cargo consolidation, and automation — all through the lens of top industry voices and companies.

Featured Thought Leaders & Companies:

Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO, Hapag-Lloyd

David Shepherd, CEO, IAG Cargo

Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting, A.P. Møller-Maersk and former Director of the World Customs Organization (WCO)

Jan Tiedemann, Shipping Analyst at Alphaliner

Sean Dolan, CEO, NorthLink Aviation

Also featuring stories and insight from Qatar Airways Cargo, MASkargo, Xeneta, Drewry, Port of Rotterdam

Key Topics Covered:

Container Shipping: Tariff shocks, rerouting around the Red Sea, and Gemini Cooperation updates
✈️ Air Freight: The IAG-Qatar-MASkargo alliance and what it means for shippers
Robotics & Innovation: What we saw on the floor in Munich (and yes—robot dogs made an appearance)
Trade Policy: How U.S. tariffs, ESG rules, and global politics are rewriting the freight playbook
Market Outlook: Latest data on spot rate trends from Xeneta and Drewry, plus congestion updates from Europe

Whether you're a shipper, forwarder, or just trying to make sense of chaotic markets — this is your strategic briefing on what’s next.

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Watch the full video on YouTube

Supported by: Dimerco Express Group [https://dimerco.com/]
Presented by: Mike King
Produced by: The Freight Buyers’ Club

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In this exclusive Freight Buyers’ Club interview filmed at transport logistic in Munich, Mike King speaks with Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Møller-Maersk and former Director of the World Customs Organization (WCO).

Lars explains why customs is now central to supply chain strategy, how to handle tariffs and ESG-related compliance risks, and why owning your data is essential. He also shares insights on Maersk’s approach to trade disruption, and how SMEs can mitigate risk through proactive customs management.

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Is container shipping headed for chronic overcapacity — or just entering a transitional phase?

In this episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, recorded at ‘transport logistic’ in Munich, Jan Tiedemann, Senior Shipping Analyst at Alphaliner, breaks down the dramatic growth in the global container fleet, the implications of extended order books, and the impact of shifting shipbuilding trends in China, Korea, and the U.S.

We also explore:

• How carriers are managing supply vs. demand
• Why short-term policy shifts complicate long-term shipbuilding strategy
• Whether U.S. ambitions to revive commercial shipbuilding are realistic

️ Hosted by Mike King
From The Freight Buyers’ Club
Sponsored by Dimerco Express Group [https://dimerco.com/]

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In this exclusive interview with The Freight Buyers Club, host Mike King speaks to David Shepherd, CEO of IAG Cargo, following the major announcement of IAG's new Global Cargo Joint Business with Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo.

Recorded at Air Cargo Europe in Munich on the day of the announcement, Shepherd breaks down what could become the most powerful alliance in air freight history — offering global reach, truly integrated operations, and a single customer experience across three major carriers.

✈️ What you’ll learn:

• How the Global Cargo Joint Business will work
• What seamless operations mean for shippers & forwarders
• The Q4 2025 rollout plan
• Avios loyalty points for cargo customers
• The humanitarian angle: 1,000 tonnes of free freight for the World Food Programme

Produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group. [https://dimerco.com/]
#GlobalCargoJointBusiness #IAGCargo #DavidShepherd #QatarCargo #MASkargo #FreightBuyersClub #AirCargo #Logistics #SupplyChain