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August 31, 2010 // China's factories rationing electricity this summer

Major news outlets are reporting that China is forcing its heaviest consumers of electricity-factories-to shut down during peak hours this summer so that energy can be rerouted to Beijing. The county's capital is scrambling for additional energy resources... [read more]

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August 31, 2010 // Got marine cargo insurance?

If a container vessel has an accident and needs to be towed to shore, who pays for the towing? Believe it or not, if the vessel can be saved, the shippers with cargo still on-board and the vessel owner will split the bill for any expenses related to recovering... [read more]

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August 31, 2010 // 15 reasons Customs may detain/seize your exports

During a recent trade outreach webinar, U.S. Customs listed some of the most common reasons for detention and seizure of exported goods. The reasons include, 1. Never filing/late filing of the Electronic Export Information in the Automated Export System... [read more]

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July 30, 2010 // Unions call truce at Montreal, LA/LB ports

Labor disputes made for a hectic month at the ports of Montreal and Los Angeles/Long Beach. Thankfully, we have positive news to report. Montreal lockout ends Longshore workers are back to work at the Port of Montreal, after the union that represents... [read more]

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