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Myriad of Issues Could Cause More Delays for the Panama Canal Expansion

Myriad of Issues Could Cause More Delays for the Panama Canal Expansion

After averting a major labor dispute in mid-August, the Panama Canal expansion project seemed to be moving forward. Unfortunately for the project and the Panamanian ... Read More
Even with Some Relaxed Measures Cuban Trade Embargo Still in Effect

Even with Some Relaxed Measures Cuban Trade Embargo Still in Effect

With all the hoopla in the news recently regarding the opening up of trade with Cuba, please keep in mind that the embargo is still ... Read More
Export-Import Bank Appears to Be in Jeopardy

Export-Import Bank Appears to Be in Jeopardy

The Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank of the United States, a financial lifeline and safety net for businesses that export goods to risky foreign markets, may not ... Read More
IATA Releases Latest Edition of Dangerous Goods Regulations for 2016

IATA Releases Latest Edition of Dangerous Goods Regulations for 2016

As the transport industry continues to incorporate and train in IATA 2015 Dangerous Goods Regulations, IATA has just released its 57th edition of the IATA ... Read More
The Lacey Act Strikes Again

The Lacey Act Strikes Again

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has expanded the Lacey Act coverage. Current harmonized codes covered are listed below and anything with a (4) ... Read More
CBP Announces Revised Deadlines for Mandatory Use of ACE

CBP Announces Revised Deadlines for Mandatory Use of ACE

On August 31, 2015, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the updated timeline for the mandatory use of the ACE for Electronic Entry and ... Read More
Major Air Carriers Add Restrictions to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Following Risk Assessments

Major Air Carriers Add Restrictions to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Following Risk Assessments

At the beginning of this year, new regulations governing the air shipping of lithium batteries went into effect. These regulations have affected any shippers of ... Read More
Are You Ready for Upcoming Major Changes in Container Weight Verification Requirements?

Are You Ready for Upcoming Major Changes in Container Weight Verification Requirements?

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will start enforcing the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention requirements regarding the verification of the gross mass of ... Read More
Aftershock of the Tianjin Port Explosion Is Altering Asian Shipments and Having Global Effects

Aftershock of the Tianjin Port Explosion Is Altering Asian Shipments and Having Global Effects

Operations have gradually resumed at Tianjin port after last week's deadly chemical explosions that left more than one-hundred people dead. Reports indicate goods are flowing ... Read More