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Uncertainty and Disruption: Welcome to the Jungle, baby
The Gallagher Report – Issue #2 February 2025. This week in the maritime industry saw continued uncertainty and disruption with increased tariffs announced, targeted & untargeted budget cuts, and ambiguous messaging. If this week were a playlist, it would certainly begin with Slash’s opening, chorus-heavy riff to Welcome to the Jungle (not a Rick-roll, I…
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USTR Seeks Public Input on Proposed Actions to Counter China’s Maritime Dominance
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed new actions under Section 301 to address China’s targeted dominance of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors. These practices, according to the USTR, undermine competition, displace foreign firms, and create supply chain vulnerabilities for the U.S. economy. Key Findings: 2. They reduce supply chain resilience…
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Gallagher Report 001: CARB Rules, Wildlife Diversity, AWO conference
The Gallagher Report: February 21, 2025 Legislative Update: Tracking Maritime Policy The 2025 legislative session is in full swing, and the Marine Exchange of Puget Sound remains actively engaged in monitoring and shaping key bills that impact our industry. Here are some highlights from our legislative tracker: The Marine Exchange’s advocacy ensures that Washington’s maritime…
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The Cost of Inaction
Why Freezing Port Infrastructure Grants Hurts Washington State and U.S. Competitiveness The Trump Administration’s recent decision to pause federal infrastructure spending has thrown a wrench into the economic growth and modernization of U.S. ports. Specifically, $104,710,550 in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grants that were earmarked for Washington State’s ports have been put on hold, jeopardizing…