The Pros and Cons of Using a U.S.-Based Freight Forwarder

The Pros and Cons of Using a U.S.-Based Freight Forwarder

Businesses continuously seek the most efficient, cost-effective methods to ship their products across borders within the global supply chain. Partnering with a U.S.-based freight forwarder can be the most viable option for many companies focused on the North American...
Global Forwarding: Key Drivers Impacting Trade Lanes and Capacity

Global Forwarding: Key Drivers Impacting Trade Lanes and Capacity

The global supply chain is undergoing transformative change due to economic, geopolitical, environmental, and technological factors. These influences continuously reshape global forwarding, impacting trade lanes and capacity management strategies. Manufacturers are...
Shipping: Industry Trends Shaping Contract Strategies

Shipping: Industry Trends Shaping Contract Strategies

Ocean freight carrier contracts are typically renegotiated annually, often aligning with shipping cycles and peak seasons. April is a common month for these renegotiations, as it marks the start of the spring shipping season ahead of the busy summer months. The...
Customs Compliance: The Defined Use of Temporary Imports

Customs Compliance: The Defined Use of Temporary Imports

Does your company regularly move products across borders for events or demonstrations? Shipping goods internationally typically follows a standard set of procedures for goods entering a country with applicable duties and tariffs required. But what if you do not plan...
A Basic Overview on Global Freight Forwarding

A Basic Overview on Global Freight Forwarding

As globalization continues, companies and countries rely on each other for goods and resources that are not locally available. Through the global trade network, businesses can expand and access larger markets beyond their domestic borders to gain customers, increase...
Mitigating Risk: Planning for VUCEM System Outage

Mitigating Risk: Planning for VUCEM System Outage

The Mexico Tax Administration Service recently announced that it has scheduled a maintenance outage to the Ventanilla Única de Comercio Exterior Mexicana (VUCEM) system, beginning on February 8th at 12:00 (Mexico-CST) that could last up to 7 days through February 15th...
A Closer Look: Will Trump’s 25% Tariffs Be Implemented?

A Closer Look: Will Trump’s 25% Tariffs Be Implemented?

On Saturday, February 1st, the Trump administration imposed tariffs targeting Canada, Mexico, and China under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). As a means to address the threat of illegal aliens and drugs, the tariffs include a 25% tariff on...
The Benefits of Working with a Licensed Customs Broker

The Benefits of Working with a Licensed Customs Broker

With all the work and attention to detail that comes with customs, wouldn’t it be nice to have someone who knows the ins and outs of the industry? Well, that’s why many companies hire licensed customs brokers. Admittedly, before you hire one, you should probably know...