C-TPAT-To Join or Not to Join
Is your company still on the fence about participating in Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)? Are the benefits of 3.5 to 5 times fewer inspections, access to FAST lanes, securing…
New Congestion Surcharges
…carrier from May 20 to mid-June. Surcharges for ocean freight have been a way of life for decades, but this alarming new trend has become increasingly common among ocean carriers…
The Benefits of Going Global (Video)
Bob Boss, Albany General Manager for Mohawk Global Logistics, explains what businesses can gain from expanding into international markets and names some of the resources that can help your company…
How Canadian e-Manifest Rules Could Affect Your Bottom Line
…vulnerable to penalties of up to $25,000, it’s the U.S. company shipping to Canada who may pay the ultimate price through delays and bruised business relationships with their Canadian customers….
Labor Update: ILWU Contract Set to Expire July 1, 2014
…delaying for arrival after July 1 Consider alternate routing options to Canadian ports, U.S. East Cost or Gulf ports Consider shipping a small amount of needed goods by air Potential…
Winter Weather Delays Now an Even More Costly Problem
…we can do about the charges. The problem is pervasive, hitting other terminals on the East Coast, and impacting every trucking company that moves intermodal containers. The problem will be…
Cindy Sardella Promoted to Vice President, Human Resources
…behind its success. Her warmth and passion for serving employees and clients makes her an integral part of the company’s operations and culture. Outside of work, Cindy serves her community…
New AES and Other Requirements for Exports to Parties on the Unverified List
…concern. Prior to shipping an item, exporters are required to confirm that the parties involved in the transaction do not appear on these lists. If they do appear, then the…
2014 Ocean Shipping Outlook
…in 2015. This building trend is expected to continue for another two years. In the short-term, vessel space will be tight through Chinese New Year (Jan 31-Feb 6), while carriers…
Justice Dept. Report Should Serve as Warning to U.S. Exporters
…required license. A Virginia company agreed to pay a $7.5 million fine and a $42 million settlement for numerous export violations, including illegally exporting satellite phones to Sudan, military training…