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Headquartered in the Washington DC metro area, the NCBFAA represents more than 1500 member companies with 110,000 employees in international trade - the nation's leading freight forwarders, customs brokers, ocean transportation intermediaries (OTIs), NVOCCs and air cargo agents, serving more than 250,000 importers and exporters. The Association’s members handle more than 97% of the entries for goods imported into the United States and are directly involved with the logistics of these goods. Further, members operating as OTIs are involved with approximately 80 to 85% of all exports from the United States. 

 

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NCBFAA & NEI conferences, premier gatherings of industry representatives to learn about industry challenges and connect with colleagues.

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As the national voice of the logistics industry since 1897, NCBFAA enables its more than 1,400 member companies with 110,000 employees to be heard in the halls of Congress and the offices of requlators.

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  • Trump Poised to Increase Tariff on EU-Made Autos to 25%

    May 1, 2026
    President Trump in a Truth Social post on Friday, May 1, announced that a tariff on automobiles manufactured and imported from the European Union into the U.S. will increase to 25%, adding that he is imposing this tariff increase “based on the fact the European Union is not complying with our fully agreed to Trade Deal, next week.”
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  • CBP Issues Harmonized System Update 2609

    May 1, 2026
    Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on April 29 issued Harmonized System Update (HSU) 2609 which contains six Harmonized Tariff Records and 19 Automated Broker Interface (ABI) records.
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  • CBP Reminder on How ACE Portal Account Owners Can Reactivate Accounts

    May 1, 2026
    Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reminds ACE Secure Data Portal (ACE Portal) Trade Account Owners (TAO) that TAOs can self-manage access for Proxy Trade Account Owners (PTAO) and Trade Account Users (TAU), including access reactivation.
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Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026

Laredo

July 12-14, 2026

Register here: 2026 Port Laredo Global Trade Summit Event Website

The Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026 is a premier binational gathering that brings together leaders across logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, policy, and innovation to shape the future of North American trade.

Hosted in Laredo, Texas—the #1 inland port in the United States—the Summit serves as a strategic platform where public and private sector decision-makers from the U.S., Mexico, and beyond connect to explore the forces redefining global commerce.  

What to Expect

Over two days, attendees will engage in:

  • High-level keynote conversations
  • Expert-led panels on trade, infrastructure, and cross-border policy
  • Industry-driven workshops and certification sessions
  • The Frontera Fuerte Expo, showcasing innovation in logistics, technology, and supply chain solutions
  • Curated networking with executives, government officials, and industry professionals

Key Focus Areas

  • Global trade and supply chain resilience
  • Nearshoring and advanced manufacturing
  • Port infrastructure and border operations
  • Technology, automation, and innovation
  • Workforce development and talent management
  • Investment and economic development

Registration

Registration is now open, secure your place at North America’s premier trade gathering. Join us in July 2026 for a forward-looking dialogue where trade moves, ideas connect, and the future is built.

This event will also be available on the Whova mobile app, giving you access anytime, anywhere to the agenda, updates, and networking opportunities.

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Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026

Laredo

July 12-14, 2026

Register here: 2026 Port Laredo Global Trade Summit Event Website

The Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026 is a premier binational gathering that brings together leaders across logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure, policy, and innovation to shape the future of North American trade.

Hosted in Laredo, Texas—the #1 inland port in the United States—the Summit serves as a strategic platform where public and private sector decision-makers from the U.S., Mexico, and beyond connect to explore the forces redefining global commerce.  

What to Expect

Over two days, attendees will engage in:

  • High-level keynote conversations
  • Expert-led panels on trade, infrastructure, and cross-border policy
  • Industry-driven workshops and certification sessions
  • The Frontera Fuerte Expo, showcasing innovation in logistics, technology, and supply chain solutions
  • Curated networking with executives, government officials, and industry professionals

Key Focus Areas

  • Global trade and supply chain resilience
  • Nearshoring and advanced manufacturing
  • Port infrastructure and border operations
  • Technology, automation, and innovation
  • Workforce development and talent management
  • Investment and economic development

Registration

Registration is now open, secure your place at North America’s premier trade gathering. Join us in July 2026 for a forward-looking dialogue where trade moves, ideas connect, and the future is built.

This event will also be available on the Whova mobile app, giving you access anytime, anywhere to the agenda, updates, and networking opportunities.

Official Host Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Laredo

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