Lambert-St. Louis (STL) International Airport Makes Push For More Air Cargo. In a move that looks to strengthen not only the Lambert-St Louis (STL) International Airport but also the freight forwarder community in the Midwest; the state senators in Missouri have come together to support a bill that will give incentives to the freight forwarders in the area. State senators … [Read more...]
State Exports in 2012
The International Trade Administration (ITA) published the State Reports for Exports in 2012. Below are a few of the highlights for the uppoer midwest States. According to the ITA: Minnesota Exported $20.6 Billion in merchandise shipments in 2012. $6.0 Billion in merchandise Exports to Canada $2,0 Billion in merchandise Exports to China $ 1.3 Billion in … [Read more...]
Why shippers should insure their cargo.
Although you thought you packed your shipment correctly, loaded it carefully on the truck or container as soon as it left your dock it was out of your control. The carrier’s goal is to deliver your cargo safely, but sometimes goods get damaged or worse - lost in transit. When this happens what are you covered for? What would a carrier be obligated to pay for a freight claim … [Read more...]
New Export Reporting Requirements effective January 8, 2014
The Bureau of the Census (Census Bureau) has added new export reporting requirements to the Federal Trade Regulations (FTR) and has published these new requirements in the Federal Register. These changes include adding two data elements, modifying the post departure filing program, and remedial changes improving clarity and to correct errors. The changes will be implemented … [Read more...]
HACTL Makes History
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals made history when they handled the largest single flight shipment of horses ever. A total of 63 show jump horses were shipped using Lufthansa Cargo's B747 chartered freighter. "On arrival in Hong Kong, the horses were unloaded from the aircraft and transferred to Hactl’s livestock handling center. The horses were transferred in their air stalls to … [Read more...]