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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a press release announcing a new multi-agency task force, The Global Trade Task Force (GTTF), which is designed to protect national security and combat counterfeit goods. The multi-agency task force was launched recently in Detroit. DHS believes the task force could serve as a national model for related investigations. DHS developed [...]

If you can't move production to avoid tariffs like the companies in the story below. Make sure to you are properly classifying products and applying the correct tariff rates.  Don't take a risk, get training here. In response to the U.S. – China trade deal meeting delay,  American business leaders continue expressing concerns, stating that [...]

If you can't move production to avoid tariffs like the companies in the story below, make sure to get the training you need to make sure you are properly classifying products and applying the correct tariff rates.  Don't take a risk, get training here. “Knowledge is power.” – Sir Francis Bacon We couldn’t agree more! Freight [...]

Working in logistics and transportation requires a wide range of skills to deal with the different service providers. Helping you move the product across the globe.  Get the training you need to become efficient and productive with Logistics and Transportation.  Get training here. Transcript from video from WSJ. Follow link below to view: Container shipping [...]

While enforcement of ISF (Importer Security Filing) violations began in May 2015, the enforcement environment has stiffened markedly in the last year. ISF requires importers and carriers to provide a set of information for any shipments being imported into the United States within at least 24 hours before loading their shipments or else they may face major [...]

If you can't move production to avoid tariffs like the companies in the story below, make sure to get the training you need to make sure you are properly classifying products and applying the correct tariff rates.  Don't take a risk, get training here. (Reuters) - U.S.-based bicycle manufacturer Kent International has found a way [...]

Fuel surcharges have been a topic of conversation and negotiation for carriers and shippers alike for many years. Fuel is a huge percentage of a carrier’s overall cost for operating their business. Carriers have historically utilized various fuel surcharges, from “emergency” to “interim,” in order to pass along volatility of these costs to their shipper [...]

WASHINGTON — President Trump delayed his own deadline to increase tariffs on Chinese goods on Sunday as his administration continues a months long effort to persuade Beijing to make significant structural changes to its economy that have so far proved elusive. Mr. Trump, in a tweet on Sunday, said he would delay a Friday deadline [...]

Washington, DC – An economic study by a leading research firm concludes that U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) have a positive impact on employment growth, wage growth, and value-added growth in American communities. Compared to similar communities without FTZs. The study, “The U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program: Economic Benefits to American Communities,” was conducted by the Trade [...]

NAFTA partner's exports now dodge 25 per cent tariff, but another U.S. trade threat looms   Finance Minister Bill Morneau has quietly reversed a controversial decision to slap a surtax on two types of Mexican steel imports. Effective Feb. 2, up to a new limit, Mexican energy tubular products (such as those used to build pipelines) [...]