Dutch Company Charged with Exporting to Iran The U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Office of Export Enforcement (OEE), announced that: Fokker Services B.V. ("Fokker Services"), a Netherlands-based aerospace services provider, has agreed to a $10.5 million civil settlement agreement in connection with the illegal export and re-export of … [Read more...]
Basics of Export Compliance Webinars
Basics of Export Compliance Webinars Census Bureau along with collaboration of other government agencies are hosting free webinars this summer from June 10 through August 26. These webinars will bring you the latest information on exporting: classifying your product, filing requirements, licensing determination, and more. This is a great way to improve your compliance … [Read more...]
Export Documentation
Export Documentation Great news, your company just won an order from that customer you have been working on for months or longer. Then you realize you have no idea what documentation is needed to get this shipment moving from the U.S. to the foreign country your company sold it to. Don't fret, there is some basic documentation needed for any shipment exporting from the U.S. … [Read more...]
West Coast Ports Update: Negotiations Continue
West Coast Ports Update: Negotiations Continue Contrary to some of the reports, both the PMA and ILWU confirmed that contract negotiations started on May 12th and have not been interrupted. From their joint statement: Both parties remain at the table and are working to reach agreement on a new coast-wide contract. The current six-year contract expires on June 30, … [Read more...]
West Cost Ports: Congestion Surcharges Clarified
West Cost Ports: Congestion Surcharges Clarified The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) clarifies rules pertaining to congestion surcharges planned by trans-Pacific carriers in the event of U.S. West Coast work stoppages. From the JOC summarizing FMC rules regarding port surcharges: The congestion surcharges must be published in tariffs for at least 30 days before the … [Read more...]