West Coast Port / Contract Negotiation Status In April, shippers have accelerated import shipments through several U.S. ports to avoid disruption at the West Coast Ports due, in part, to the potential 'slow down' or strike of the ILWU. Shippers have already begun to accelerate shipments according to Wolfe Research. Their quarterly survey results indicate that fifty-one … [Read more...]
Satellites move from USML to Commerce Control List
Satellites move from USML to Commerce Control List The new regulations will change the nature of U.S. export controls on most commercial, scientific, and civil satellites and their parts and components. The satellite items moving from the Department of State Category XV of USML (U.S. Munitions List) to BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security) Commerce Control List include … [Read more...]
Export Basics: Financing Exports
Export Basics: Financing Exports - 8th in this series Export financing is often a key factor in a successful sale. The following factors are important to consider in making decisions about financing (from the Basic Guide to Exporting): The need for financing to make the sale The length of time the product is being financed The cost of different methods of … [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...]
Possible WC Dock Strike: Ship Early
Possible WC Dock Strike: Ship Early The negotiations between the ILWU (International Longshore & Warehouse Union) and the PMA (Pacific Maritime Association) are scheduled to begin on May 12th, 2014. Although talks are starting long before the July 1st deadline, many International Transportation Experts believe that slowdowns at the Los Angeles / Long Beach ports are … [Read more...]