WTDC Newsletter – April 16, 2025
This week we cover topics such as:
- President’s Corner
- President Trump Pauses Reciprocal Tariffs for 90 Days
- WTDC at F&B@Sea
- WTDC at SeaTrade Cruise Global
- Vendor Appreciation – South Florida Pallets
- His House Children’s Home 3rd Annual Water Drive
- Navigating Tariffs with Foreign Trade Zones and WTDC
President’s Corner
Last week, I had the privilege of attending two key industry events: SeaTrade Cruise Global and F&B@Sea.
These conferences provided a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with the valued customers we are proud to serve. Thank you for your continued trust and partnership—you’re what makes our business thrive!
A common topic of conversation was how businesses can adapt to the evolving global trade landscape. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs), like WTDC, allow companies to defer duties and taxes on imported goods until the product is nationalized for U.S. commerce.
For additional inquiries on how FTZs can benefit your operations, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Stay healthy,
Sean Gazitua, President & CEO
President Trump Pauses Reciprocal Tariffs for 90 Days
President Trump introduced a 90-day pause on his proposed “reciprocal” tariffs, dialing most import duties down to 10% for 57 key trading partners including the EU, Japan, and South Korea. Following a week of market volatility, this move aims to create space for trade negotiation.
Tariffs on Chinese goods stay at 125% amid rising tensions. Canada and Mexico remain exempt if USMCA compliance is met, while existing 25% duties on steel, aluminum, and autos remain in effect. Exemptions for copper, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and other critical goods remain.
Reuters: What’s in Trump’s 90-day pause on tariffs?
WTDC at F&B@Sea
As part of the annual SeaTrade Cruise Global Conference, WTDC had the pleasure of attending the F&B@Sea. This unique event brought together leading suppliers, cruise lines, and innovators to explore emerging trends, sustainability solutions and excellence at sea. WTDC engaged with key players in the global F&B space, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the cruise industry through specialized logistics and FTZ services.
WTDC at SeaTrade Cruise Global
This year, Team WTDC attended the SeaTrade Cruise Global Conference. The conference celebrated its 40th year anniversary, representing a major milestone for the global cruise industry. Team WTDC connected with global cruise community leaders and international customers, strengthening partnerships and exploring new opportunities in the evolving maritime sector.
Vendor Appreciation – South Florida Pallets
WTDC is thrilled to announce South Florida Pallets as our Vendor of the Month! Since 2019, South Florida Pallets has been a valuable partner, supplying heat-treated pallets for our warehousing operations.
We extend a special thank you to Joel Gil from South Florida Pallets for attending our March Awards Ceremony. We are grateful for their partnership.
His House Children’s Home 3rd Annual Water Drive
Please join us in WTDC’s 3rd Annual Water Bottle Drive benefiting His House Children’s Home to prepare for hurricane season. We are accepting 1 gallon water jugs and cases of mini 8 oz. water bottles until April 28, 2025.
Each year, WTDC employees, their families, and WTDC customers and vendors come together for this great cause. Thank you for your continued support!
Donations can be dropped off at WTDC or email WTDC Logistics & Business Development Manager Ginger Diez for additional ways to donate.
Thank you Ginger for organizing this initiative!
Navigating Tariffs with Foreign Trade Zones and WTDC
U.S. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs), like WTDC, offer businesses a solution for managing tariff exposure. Within an FTZ, goods are imported, stored and processed without incurring immediate customs duties or taxes.
FTZs streamline documentation, reduce delays, and speed movement of cargo from ports. Companies benefit from deferred and mitigated tariffs, especially on items used in manufacturing, liquor, metals, and more
If you are interested in FTZ services or have any inquiries please feel free to contact us.
WTDC – Navigate Trump Tariffs with Miami Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)
