West Coast Port 2014 Contract Talks to Begin May 12th The president of the PMA (Pacific Maritime Association) said that the U.S. West Coast employers’ organization will begin contract negotiations with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union on May 12th. Retailers and the Agriculture Transportation Coalition wanted negotiations to start as soon as possible so that … [Read more...]
Export Basics: Sell To Your Market
Export Basics: Sell To Your Market - this #6 in the series Now that you have determined your market(s), it is time to assess pricing, promotion and distribution to the customers in your target market(s). For government assistance to find buyers, there are several programs available - Qualified Buyers Pricing Considerations: Foreign market … [Read more...]
U. S. Places Hold on Licenses Exporting to Russia
U. S. Places Hold on Licenses Exporting to Russia The Department of State has placed a hold on the issuance of licenses that would authorize the export of defense articles and defense services to Russia. Department of State will continue this practice until further notice. Previously (March 1, 2014), U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) … [Read more...]
Using Informant: Importer Charged $1.2 Million For Underpaying Duties
Using Informant: Importer Charged $1.2 Million For Underpaying Duties Bizlink Technology, an importer of computer cable assemblies located in California, has paid $1.2 million to settle charges that it violated the civil False Claims Act by underpaying customs duties owed on goods imported from China. Based on information from a former manager, Bizlink underpaid customs … [Read more...]
Vancouver Trucking Strike Update
Vancouver Trucking Strike Update The Government of Canada announced on Wednesday evening that they are taking immediate and coordinated action to address the work disruption at Port Metro Vancouver. Port Metro Vancouver (PMV) expects everyone with a TLS license or permit to be at work on Thursday, March 20. PMV will begin its planned reform of the licensing system and move to … [Read more...]