The region’s largest trade event for the project cargo & breakbulk industry

Jay Acayan

Managing Partner Roberts & Kehagiaras LLP

Joseph “Jay” Acayan is a Partner at Roberts & Kehagiaras LLP with over 25 years of experience in international trade law and customs compliance. Based in Houston, Texas, Jay advises clients on import and export compliance, regulatory enforcement, and supply chain security.  Jay is also Customs Counsel for the Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association.

 


2025 Event Agenda Sessions

Ask the Experts: The Real Impact of Trade Tariffs on Project Logistics

Tariffs are tools of industrial strategy, aiming to reshape how and where companies build, source, and ship. But the short-term disruption leaves many struggling to keep up and make informed decisions. In this Q&A-driven session, trade and logistics experts answer your questions on how steel and other tariffs are disrupting project timelines, shifting global sourcing, and redefining competitiveness in U.S. infrastructure and industry.

Wednesday 01 October 14:45 - 15:15 Main Stage

Add to calendar 10/01/2025 14:45 10/01/2025 15:15 Ask the Experts: The Real Impact of Trade Tariffs on Project Logistics

Tariffs are tools of industrial strategy, aiming to reshape how and where companies build, source, and ship. But the short-term disruption leaves many struggling to keep up and make informed decisions. In this Q&A-driven session, trade and logistics experts answer your questions on how steel and other tariffs are disrupting project timelines, shifting global sourcing, and redefining competitiveness in U.S. infrastructure and industry.

Main Stage America/Chicago