Insights

National Asbestos Awareness Month

October 20, 2016.
Logistics Publications

In November, Australians will be turning their attention toward the topic of a healthier country and community through National Asbestos Awareness Month. The Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency will be holding its 3rd International Conference, gathering together top experts in asbestos management and best practices. In 2003, The...

DP World’s Contract with Saint John

October 04, 2016.
Logistics Publications

DP World has signed a lease to operate the Port of Saint John’s container terminal starting in January; the contract gives them control of the terminal for the next 30 years. This port is Canada’s fifth largest container port, and it is the second largest on...

The Hidden Risks of FTA’s

September 28, 2016.
Trade Publications

With the Trans-Pacific Partnership looming on the horizon and well over 100 FTA’s currently in effect, there has never been a better time to start utilizing the worlds various Free Trade Agreements (FTA). When an FTA matches up with a major shipping lane, a properly implemented program can...

NC Water Ports’ Purchases May Be Allowed Retroactive Sales Tax Exemption

September 28, 2016.
Tax Publications

The North Carolina governor approved an amendment to N.C. Gen. Stat § 105-187.51B(a)(5) on July 14, 2016, that applies a privilege tax for specific purchases made by a company residing at a North Carolina water port that purchase “specialized equipment to be used at the facility to unload...

Export Red Flag Indicators

September 28, 2016.
Trade Publications

Since September 11, 2001 the US Government has implemented strict controls on exports, and placed the responsibility of monitoring goods leaving the country on individuals, companies, and entities involved in these transactions. Because the US Government does not want new technology, money, weapons, etc. in the arms of potential terrorists or...

Hanjin Bankruptcy: Tip of the Iceberg for Increasing Shipping Rates

September 26, 2016.
Logistics Publications

The recent bankruptcy that sank South Korea Hanjin Shipping, combined with port congestion, driver shortages and new ocean alliances has led to aggressive price cuts and fierce competition, seriously impacting the bottom line not only in the U.S but also around the world. Approximately 80 percent of goods and commodities...

CBP Proposes New Automated Exam, April 2017

September 20, 2016.
Trade Publications

On September 14, 2016 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register to Modernize the Customs Broker Exam [Docket No. USCBP-2016-0059]. The plan included computer automatization of the test, an increase in the examination fee, as well as a date change. Automatization ...

Break Bulk Carriers See No End to Rough Waters

September 12, 2016.
Logistics Publications

When meeting face to face with the break bulk ocean carriers, we usually start with one question; what’s your outlook on the market these days? The answers are interesting as everyone seems to have a different opinion and timeframe for recovery of the depressed ocean market. ...

The Impact of Zika on Global Trade

September 06, 2016.
Trade Publications

The Zika virus has been a topic of growing concern as of late. The Zika virus’s discovery dates back to the 1940’s but has been largely unrecognized as a threat until recent outbreaks. Scientific research has linked the mosquito-transmitted virus to neurological disorders such as Guillain-Barré...

Allyn International Introduces E-Shipment

August 31, 2016.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications

As an industry leader in fourth party logistics (4PL), Allyn is keenly aware of the steps shippers can take in order to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. This year Allyn has unveiled a new feature, titled E-Shipment, as part of our ALA platform. E-Shipment makes it easy for any...

Revisions to the Destination Control Statements (DCS)

August 24, 2016.
Logistics Publications

As part of the President’s Export Control Reform Initiative, a rule was proposed in May 2015 to harmonize the Destination Control Statements (DCS) of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms (ITAR). This rule has been finalized and will go into effect on November 15, 2016. The...

Show me the Money

August 23, 2016.
Trade Publications

How the Strength of the U.S. Dollar is Impacting Global Trade Since the middle of 2011, the value of the US dollar has increased by 20% and economists are predicting that the appreciation will continue to rise. Unfortunately, the appreciation of U.S. currency is predicted to come at a cost...