In late July 2025, the U.S. government announced sweeping measures aimed at curbing tariff evasion via transshipment. These rules introduce complex two-tier tariff systems and stricter rules of origin, set to take effect on 1 August 2025. For global telecom, datacentre, and cloud infrastructure providers, these regulatory shifts create immediate supply chain challenges.
The Impact: Increased Complexity and Cost
The new policy framework affects companies that:
- Source components from multiple jurisdictions
- Route shipments through free trade zones or indirect markets
- Rely on split shipments or multi-country assembly lines
Coupled with continued tariff volatility, highlighted in the July 2025 ITS Logistics report, these developments raise critical questions around customs compliance, cost predictability, and supply chain risk.
Risks for ICT Supply Chains
For the ICT sector, the risks are pronounced:
- Margin pressure due to unexpected duties or misclassification
- Customs delays from incorrect origin declarations
- Penalties or audits tied to transshipment inconsistencies
- Hardware deployment bottlenecks in key regions
These issues hit especially hard in projects where hardware delivery timelines and SLA fulfilment are mission-critical—such as datacentre builds or telecom expansions.
How Truelog Helps Navigate Tariff and Transshipment Risks
At Truelog, we specialise in helping clients mitigate customs and compliance risks with a logistics model built on clarity, control, and compliance:
- Global IOR/EOR Services
We act as your Importer or Exporter of Record in over 120 countries, ensuring customs documentation is accurate and compliant with evolving trade laws.
- Real-Time Tariff Intelligence
We actively monitor and update our internal tariff databases to reflect the latest policy changes—helping clients avoid surprises and plan shipments with confidence.
- Risk-Aware Route Planning
We proactively design routing strategies to avoid transshipment red flags, choosing paths that balance efficiency with compliance integrity.
- Visibility & Control Tower Dashboards
With our digital platform, clients receive real-time updates on every shipment, ensuring transparency in documentation, delivery timelines, and customs flow.
Future-Proofing Your ICT Logistics Strategy
As global trade policy grows more fragmented, logistics decisions must be strategic. By partnering with Truelog, telecom and datacentre firms gain:
- Peace of mind around compliance
- Confidence in cross-border fulfilment
- Margin protection through smarter routing
We help you keep your ICT deployments on track, even as tariffs shift.
Speak to our compliance logistics experts today to discuss how Truelog can support your U.S.-bound ICT shipments under the new rules.
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