USPPI Requirements A couple of the questions we frequently get asked are: what does the term USPPI mean and what are the responsibilities for exporting overseas? This is especially true for routed export transactions. The USPPI is the U.S. Principal Party of Interest – basically the entity in the USA who is receiving the benefit of an export shipment. This can be a seller … [Read more...]
How to Compare Freight Quotes
How to Compare Freight Quotes How do you compare freight quotes to make sure you really are seeing the bottom line cost and comparing them equally? The best way to protect yourself and ensure you are seeing a true cost from your forwarders is to provide the most accurate information possible and also define the terms of the quote and what your expectations are in … [Read more...]
What is AES Rehost?
What is AES Rehost? There has been a lot of discussion recently about changes to the Automated Export System (AES) and how it relates to the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). The AES system was developed back in 1994 and so the system needs to be updated with technology and platform. ACE is commercial trade processing system designed to automate border processing, … [Read more...]
Basic Information Required to Obtain a Freight Quote
Basic Information Required to Obtain a Freight Quote When gathering information to obtain an international freight quote, there are a few bits of information you will need to help the freight forwarder offer the quickest and cheapest price possible. Mode of transport How are you planning to ship your goods? Typically ocean freight is more economical (unless a shipment … [Read more...]
Why do I need a freight forwarder?
Why do I need a freight forwarder? There will come a time in most companies’ existence where you begin to contemplate distribution, warehousing, international exports/imports and all the pieces of the supply chain in the world of logistics. While the ideal situation is being able to handle all of these needs internally, it will be in your best interest to get assistance from … [Read more...]