For many importers and freight forwarders, the Container Freight Station—CFS services in general—is one of the least visible parts of the supply chain. Cargo arrives. Cargo leaves. Somewhere in the middle, freight is unloaded, sorted, examined, staged, documented, and released. But operationally, the CFS is one of the most important control points in international logistics. …
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The FBI Is Warning About Cargo Theft: Here’s What Importers Need to Know Cargo theft is no longer just a trucking problem. According to recent FBI and industry warnings, organized cargo theft activity is becoming more sophisticated, more targeted, and more difficult to detect. Criminal groups are increasingly using identity fraud, fictitious pickups, double brokering …
by Global CFS When precision meets compliance, pharmaceutical shipping becomes more than a logistics task—it becomes a safeguard for global health. At Global CFS, pharmaceutical freight isn’t just another shipment. It’s a mission. With a dedicated infrastructure built around Good Distribution Practice (GDP), real-time visibility, and highly specialized handling, Global CFS has positioned itself as a trusted partner …
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When it comes to e-commerce logistics, the 2025 peak season was a stress test—and not everyone passed. Skyrocketing volumes, tighter regulatory oversight, and shifting consumer expectations pushed infrastructure and processes to their limits. But with challenge comes clarity. “For those in the thick of fulfillment, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery, the question is no longer …
by frank korf 
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6–3 decision that effectively ended the use of emergency powers to impose global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). “This decision is more than legal precedent—it’s a practical inflection point for importers, customs brokers, and logistics partners across the country. And for …
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The freight industry is entering 2026 with tighter customs enforcement, evolving cargo security regulations, and increased demand for responsive, exam-ready partners. For shippers, brokers, and NVOs, success next year will depend on having dependable exam and warehousing partners—especially when delays and compliance risk are high. At Global CFS, we specialize in Centralized Examination Stations (CES), …
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If your cargo is selected for an intensive examination, it won’t be inspected at the port—it will be sent to a Centralized Examination Station (CES). A CES is a private facility authorized and supervised by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to perform detailed cargo inspections that can’t be done at the port. For importers, …
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The recent tariff case before the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) could significantly reshape global logistics—especially for a full-service provider like Global CFS, which offers container freight stations (CFS), trucking, and line-haul services between key air cargo gateways, as well as airport recovery operations at Chicago O’Hare. Plugged into 24/7/365 operations, we manage …
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The era of de minimis is officially over. For years, this exemption has allowed low-value imports valued at under $800 to enter the United States duty-free, with minimal customs processing, fueling the growth of e-commerce. However, with that threshold now abolished, shippers, freight forwarders, and online retailers are adapting to a new landscape of heightened …
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When it comes to secure air cargo, compliance isn’t optional—it’s the ticket to keeping freight moving. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Certified Cargo Screening Facility (CCSF) program set the standards for how shipments must be screened before boarding passenger aircraft. At Global CFS, we live and breathe this process, ensuring freight is screened …
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