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Return to PublicationsHazardous Accidents – Comparing Trains and Trucks
March 02, 2023.
Logistics Publications
In early February, a story broke that took over the United States. A train derailment in Ohio had created a massive biohazard situation that affected thousands of residents and created a national discussion about the safety of how hazardous material is transported. The main two ways of transportation are either...
Read MoreLogistics in Post-Earthquake Turkey
February 24, 2023.
Logistics Publications
The recent earthquakes affecting Turkey, and their neighboring country Syria, has had devastating results. Not only are the recovery efforts difficult enough, but the logistical challenges of delivering much needed aid to survivors are formidable. Even before the earthquake itself Turkey had suffered a backlog of passenger flights due to...
Read MoreAir Cargo: EU’s New Security Reporting Requirements
February 24, 2023.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
Air Cargo: EU’s New Security Reporting Requirements The EU will be requiring pre-loading and pre-arrival data for all cargo transported by air to the EU (plus Norway and Switzerland) by March 1st, 2023. This is the second release of the Import Control System 2 (ICS2) that aims at preventing the...
Read MoreWeek of January 31, 2023 - Logistics Update
February 07, 2023.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
Our logistics consulting team address operational issues through consulting services. This allows our clients to gain valuable insight to make decisions with confidence that will maximize returns on investments, reduce costs, and improve customer service. An additional services our team provides is our Logistics Updates these news updates provide our...
Read MoreIs Nearshoring a Solution for Current Supply Chain Issues?
February 03, 2023.
Logistics Publications
Every time there is a supply chain disruption, the most common question in the manufacturing industry is how to mitigate risk. During the past two years supply chain resilience and flexibility have been a topic of conversation; companies are looking for viable solution to continue providing the best service to...
Read MoreCOP27 E A EDIÇÃO DE 2022 DO RELATÓRIO DE COMÉRCIO MUNDIAL DA OMC: COMO O NOVO ACORDO PODE AFETAR O TRADE?
February 03, 2023.
Trade Publications
COP27 E A EDIÇÃO DE 2022 DO RELATÓRIO DE COMÉRCIO MUNDIAL DA OMC: COMO O NOVO ACORDO PODE AFETAR O TRADE? O que é COP27? A Conferência das Partes das Nações Unidas sobre Mudança Climática (2022),...
Read MoreIn Case You Missed It: Last Week in Allyn Tax News (Week of January 31, 2023)
February 03, 2023.
Tax Publications
Illinois- Register Your Vending Machine The Illinois Department of Revenue has amended a regulation (86 Ill. Adm. Code § 130.701, effective 01/17/2023), to reflect it is unlawful for any person to engage in the business of selling tangible personal property at retail in Illinois without a certificate of registration from the Department of...
Read MoreLogistics and Transportation Emerging Technologies
February 01, 2023.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
Today's global supply chain is full of complexity and uncertainty, especially in the logistics and transportation sectors. Challenges arise daily, and logistics specialists must be prepared to find efficient and affordable ways to manage and overcome these. To address the growing issues, the transportation industry is constantly relying on...
Read MoreFDA: Food Traceability Final Rule
December 30, 2022.
Trade Publications
In January 2011, Congress enacted the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), in response to dramatic changes in the global food system and its role both as a significant public health problem and to protect economic well-being of the food system. The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) has issued the...
Read MoreEnergy Controversy: US & Canada Request Resolution from Mexico
December 30, 2022.
Trade Publications
In July 2022, following Mexican President’s regulatory changes regarding “energy sovereignty”, the United States and Canada requested consultations with Mexico. The consultation triggers the first step in state-to-state Dispute Settlement provision set up in Chapter 31 of the USMCA (United States Mexico Canada Agreement). Recent timeline November 2022, Canadian...
Read MoreCustoms Broker License – A Necessity for Customs Business
December 29, 2022.
Trade Publications
On September 22, 2022, CBP issued a Customs Ruling that may change how businesses deal with HTS classification. In this ruling (HQ H290535), a manufacturer, without a customs broker license, requested the ability to provide a full 10-digit classification to their customers, while adding a disclaimer to the classification about liability of...
Read MoreSection 301 Exclusions Extended
December 29, 2022.
Trade Publications
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has issued an extension on 352 product exclusions that were set to expire at the end of the year. The USTR has determined to extend the reinstated exclusions through September 30, 2023. Exclusions apply based on the product description in each exclusion. The scope...
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