Zika Update: U.S. Shipments to China

Zika Update: U.S. Shipments to China

According to Chinese Authorities, all shipments from the U.S. to China are now required to present a “Mosquito Eradication Certificate” during the customs clearance process. This is due to the recent update stating that the U.S. has been added to the list of countries required to have an anti-mosquito treatment. It is the shipper’s responsibility…

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General Rate Increase by Trans-Pacific Carriers

General Rate Increase by Trans-Pacific Carriers

Trans-Pacific carriers will be implementing a General Rate Increase (GRI) on September 1, 2016. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian subcontinent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective September 1 Equip.…

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Typhoon Nida Approaching Hong Kong

Typhoon Nida Approaching Hong Kong

A typhoon is expected to hit Hong Kong early Tuesday. Hong Kong’s weather service has issued a level 8 signal and an orange alert, the second most severe alert, for incoming Typhoon Nida. Flooding is expected as the storm is likely to arrive during high tide. Due to these factors, there is a strong possibility that…

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Hassle-Free Document Retrieval

Hassle-Free Document Retrieval

Do you find it cumbersome to collect the documentation you need on your domestic shipments? We have it all in one place, in the GlobalLink Domestic TMS, so you don’t have to jump through hoops to get it. There are three ways to look up your shipments General Info Geographical Info Reference Once you locate…

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General Rate Increase by Trans-Pacific Carriers

Trans-Pacific carriers will be implementing a General Rate Increase (GRI) on August 1, 2016. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are all in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian subcontinent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian ports Effective August 1…

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Visualize Your Domestic Shipments with GlobalLink

Visualize Your Domestic Shipments with GlobalLink

Shipment visibility is a feature in the GlobalLink Domestic Transportation Management System (TMS) that allows you to easily visualize your shipping data in one place. The data is displayed in a vibrant and interactive dashboard that organizes shipments by Net charges Open loads by consignee Open loads by mode Open loads by carrier Open loads…

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Trans-Pacific Carriers Postpone Peak Season Surcharge

Carriers that service the Trans-Pacific lanes have announced the peak season surcharge (PSS), originally effective for June 15, is now effective July 15, 2016. The following amounts are all in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Peak Season Surcharge Applies to all U.S and Canadian ports Effective July 15…

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Cracking Down on Importer Security Filing

Cracking Down on Importer Security Filing

U.S importers must be aware that as of June 30, 2016, deadlines for Importer Security Filing (ISF) submissions on new and current shipments will be enforced. Customs and Border Protection will now be cracking down on this requirement, eliminating the “three strikes” approach. Furthermore, it is imperative that importers are diligent in ensuring overseas suppliers…

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