Rochester's International Business Council Presents: Go Global Export 101 Seminar 10/2 at Geneseo College, Geneseo NY Event Description: Network with Trade Experts & Learn: How to Use Local Resources to Establish International Sales Channels Tips on International Shipping Logistics How To Enter Foreign Markets: Entry Modes & Resources Trade Finance 101 Insights from Local Business…
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We proudly announce the names of four employees who recently earned the distinction of Certified Customs Specialist. The Certified Customs Specialist Program is offered by the National Customs Broker and Forwarders Association of America. The program is designed to help import professionals become experts in import regulations. Program participants must pass a final exam in…
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Twitter lets you tap into the pulse of any topic, connecting you to the very latest and greatest. When it comes to Mohawk's line of work, there are a few twitter users that break the mold. Here's a list of twitter users you won't want to miss. 1. FDA @US_FDA Covers the latest updates to…
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The government of China recently announced a new value added tax (VAT). Beginning August 1, a 6% VAT will be levied on top of every local charge in China. This charge will be assessed in local currency on that portion of the freight invoice paid in China. Outbound shipments under prepaid terms and inbound shipments…
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We’ve all heard of identity theft, and the first thought that comes to mind is having our personal identity stolen. Yet, there are other kinds of identity theft. Many do not realize that corporate identity theft is an issue on the rise. In particular, reputable importers, who are well known to the public, are having…
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Export controls exist to protect the national security of the U.S. It's up to the Bureau of Industry & Security to enforce our export control laws. They focus on companies and individuals who engage in the export of controlled commodities, software, and technology. Their agenda is simple: What's the end use of exported item? Are…
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Changes to hours of service rules for truck drivers are coming July 1st. If your domestic shipments take more than 11 hours to get from point A to point B, chances are your supply chain may be impacted once these rules go into effect. Take a look at the details below, as published by the…
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Mohawk introduces two of its newest General Managers. Colleen Gravina As Chicago General Manager, Colleen Gravina is responsible for the growth of the Chicago branch in the Midwest and local team development. Colleen’s specialties are freight forwarding, supply chain management, and import/export operations. She previously worked for MIQ Logistics and YRC Logistics. Don Quinn…
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Effective June 20, the Bureau of Industry and Security has revised the Commerce Control List to implement changes made to the Wassenaar Arrangement’s List of Dual-Use Goods and Technologies. These changes will ensure a level playing field for the U.S. and its competitors in other Wassenaar Arrangement member countries. What is the Wassenaar Arrangement? The…
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Much has been written about forthcoming U.S. export control reforms and the impact it will have on exporters. Many exporters hoped these reforms would make the export control process easier by limiting it to the authority of one government agency, the Department of Commerce. Unfortunately, one can gather from recently published changes that the one…
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