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flag U.S. port groups oppose 100–150% tariffs on port equipment, warning they’ll raise costs and disrupt supply chains.

flag The American Association of Port Authorities opposes new U.S. tariffs on port equipment, warning they will raise costs, delay modernization, and harm supply chains. flag The USTR imposed 100% tariffs on certain ship-to-shore cranes and 150% on cargo-handling equipment, but AAPA says no domestic manufacturing exists for these machines, making imports essential. flag Port leaders from Houston and Los Angeles say the tariffs, combined with existing Section 301 charges on foreign-built vessels, create financial and logistical strain, especially with over 20% of ships at Los Angeles being foreign-operated. flag The AAPA urges the administration to reverse course and boost infrastructure through tax credits and funding.

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