Increase in U.S. tariffs and shock to supply chains

How the tightening of U.S. tariffs is affecting international logistics and the container market.

In recent months, the tightening of tariffs imposed by the United States has been generating a wave of uncertainty in international markets, with direct repercussions on the entire global logistics system. The new trade barriers have in fact triggered a slowdown in trade flows between the world’s major economies, affecting production times, the distribution of goods, and the balance of supply chains.

Even in Europe, which is closely connected to the dynamics of global trade, the effects are being felt with growing intensity: export and import flows are coming under pressure, and the management of logistics stocks is becoming increasingly complex. The current situation requires companies to enhance their ability to adapt and to adopt more flexible and modular operational solutions to ensure continuity and efficiency.

With this article, we at SO.GE.SE. aim to analyze how the increase in U.S. tariffs is influencing international logistics and the container market, offering an overview of the main consequences for the sector and the most effective solutions to face this phase of change.

The increase in tariffs imposed by the United States is creating a domino effect that impacts the entire international supply chain system. The restrictive measures have significantly slowed export flows from the main manufacturing countries, particularly China and India, creating a direct impact on the production and distribution of goods globally.

The slowdown in shipping has also led to the return of a large number of containers, causing congestion in storage facilities in many areas of the world. Europe is among the most affected regions: the reduction in trade flows and the stagnation of goods are putting pressure on both export and import operations, making the management of volumes and available space more complex.

In this context, the container market is experiencing a phase of imbalance between supply and demand. Units intended for the transport of general cargo, such as 20’ and 40’ High Cube Dry Containers, are particularly exposed to fluctuations in international shipping costs and to a contraction in demand. The result is growing pressure on sales prices and an increase in storage and handling requirements.

At the same time, there is a growing demand for temporary storage services, linked to the high availability of containers not currently in use within shipping cycles. Faced with a reduction in production and distribution volumes, companies are now seeking agile solutions to store goods and materials safely and flexibly, optimizing operational costs while maintaining the continuity of their logistics processes.

It is in this transition phase that SO.GE.SE. contributes, offering concrete tools to efficiently manage the new complexity of the market through modular rental and storage solutions.

SO.GE.SE.’s response: flexible solutions for post-U.S. tariff logistics

In a context marked by production slowdowns, fluctuations in demand, and congestion in logistics flows, the ability to respond quickly and flexibly becomes a strategic factor to ensure operational continuity. It is precisely on these principles that SO.GE.SE. is based, an Italian company with over forty years of experience in the management and supply of containers for every transport and storage need. Through its brands Stock Solution and Idea Freddo, the company provides concrete responses to the new market challenges, offering modular and customizable solutions for the temporary or extended management of goods and materials.

With Stock Solution, SO.GE.SE. offers a wide range of Dry and Special containers, both new and used, ready for rental or sale. These units provide an immediate response to flexible storage needs, allowing companies to expand their storage space quickly and at costs proportional to actual usage.

For sectors that require temperature control, such as food, pharmaceutical, or industrial, the brand Idea Freddo offers high-performance containers and refrigerated units, ideal for the storage of perishable goods. The operational rental service allows the creation of temporary refrigerated warehouses, maintaining maximum energy efficiency and product safety.

Thanks to the modularity of its solutions, immediate availability, and a widespread logistics network with locations in strategic points across Italy, SO.GE.SE. supports its clients in overcoming the current challenges caused by U.S. tariffs, ensuring continuity, reliability, and adaptability in every operational scenario. For more information on our container rental and storage solutions, contact the SO.GE.SE. team: our technical staff is available to analyze your logistics needs and propose the most suitable solution.