Insights

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...

The SOLAS Controversy

August 22, 2016.
Logistics Publications

The Safety of Life At Sea (SOLAS) rule, which came into effect on the 1 of July, has caused shippers a great amount of irritation as they question the necessity of the SOLAS Rule since the industry has survived for hundreds of years without it. According to AgTC Executive Director,...

The Price Tag of Olympic Gold

August 19, 2016.
Tax Publications

As Olympians wrap up competition in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, a tax bill may be waiting for them back in the United States. Unlike most other countries, the US taxes the winnings of its Olympians. This includes a tax on the gold, silver, or...

U.S. Cross Border Logistics

August 01, 2016.
Logistics Publications

Is your shipment stuck at the boarder once again? Well, you are not alone, as many logistics professionals have experienced this same obstacle. Whereby, a standard pick up from Canada to the U.S is arranged and yet, the awarded carrier has called to share the dreaded news that...

Global Day of Action for Port Workers

July 13, 2016.
Logistics Publications

In a show of solidarity, on July 7, 2016, dockworkers in U.S. East, West & Gulf Coast ports as well as ports in Europe participated in the first ever “Global Day of Action”, which was an hour long work stoppage to highlight the dock workers safety and working conditions....