OCEANAIR, Inc. is Expanding U. S. Operations

OCEANAIR, Inc. is Expanding U. S. Operations

Revere, MA - 05 September 2018 - OCEANAIR, Inc. is proud to announce the opening of a branch office in Denver, Colorado.  Denver will focus ... Read More
International Longshoremen’s Association Approves Six-Year Contract Extension

International Longshoremen’s Association Approves Six-Year Contract Extension

On September 6, the International Longshoremen’s Association announced that port members from Maine to Texas unanimously approved a six-year contract extension with the United States ... Read More
FDA Announces New Food Export Certification Program

FDA Announces New Food Export Certification Program

Beginning October 1, 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will start collecting fees for new export certifications on foods for human consumption.  The program ... Read More
The New National Defense Authorization Act:  How Will it Affect U.S. Exporters?

The New National Defense Authorization Act: How Will it Affect U.S. Exporters?

On August 13, President Trump signed into law the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, which includes both the ... Read More
The Federal Maritime Commission Wants “Transparency” in Fees Charged for Ocean Containers

The Federal Maritime Commission Wants “Transparency” in Fees Charged for Ocean Containers

The September 5 release of a long-awaited report by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on fees charged by ocean carriers verifies what many shippers and ... Read More
CBP Releases Proposed Updates to Minimum Security Criteria for CTPAT

CBP Releases Proposed Updates to Minimum Security Criteria for CTPAT

U.S. Customs and Border Protection currently released proposed modifications to the Minimum Security Criteria (MSC) for the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT).  The updated ... Read More
Tips for Navigating the Peak Shipping Season

Tips for Navigating the Peak Shipping Season

This year’s peak shipping season is already in full swing, getting an earlier start than usual.  Peak season always brings higher prices and some sort ... Read More
The U.S. and China Announce New Tariffs as the Trade War Escalates

The U.S. and China Announce New Tariffs as the Trade War Escalates

September 18, 2018 On Monday, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released the finalized List 3 of $200 Billion worth of Chinese imports that will ... Read More
Proper Tariff Classification:  Do Your Homework to Avoid Costly Penalties, Increases, or Delays

Proper Tariff Classification: Do Your Homework to Avoid Costly Penalties, Increases, or Delays

In today’s ambiguous trade environment brought about by the Trump Administration’s trade war with China and the increased tariffs on steel and aluminum with Canada, ... Read More