GlobalLink Gets a Facelift

GlobalLink Gets a Facelift

New look, same product. International clients, get ready to experience a more modern and streamlined appearance with GlobalLink’s recently renovated platform. Here’s a look at some of the fresh features. Click the thumbnails to enlarge. Home Screen Shipment Dashboard Dig deeper into shipment details with this dashboard. Shipment View Shipment Details Location Matrix PO Details…

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What Could the K-Line Merger Mean for You?

What Could the K-Line Merger Mean for You?

Japan’s three largest steamship lines, Nippon Yusen KK (NYK), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL) and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd. (K-Line), have agreed to a merger which should be established on July 1, 2017 and then begin operating as soon as April 1, 2018. This will impact shippers in the long term by reducing the number…

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C-TPAT and Canada’s PIP Joining Forces?

C-TPAT and Canada’s PIP Joining Forces?

During the latest Canadian Society of Customs Brokers National Conference, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) discussed implementing a new system that will require certain importer data to be electronically submitted in a specific timeframe. This will be similar to our Import Security Filing requirement for U.S. importers. When Canada deploys this new system, companies…

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Congress Adjusts Exporter Penalties

Congress Adjusts Exporter Penalties

Under the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 2015, Congress has mandated, effective August 1, 2016, a one-time catch-up adjustment to civil monetary penalties for export violations, in order to account for inflation. The last time such an increase occurred was in 1985. Going forward, it is important to note that these penalties are…

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