Shawn McManigal poses an important question: what are the key factors involved in choosing a third party logistics provider? It depends on what you need, such as labeling, kitting, pick…
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(B)logistics: FMC Offers Dispute Option for Hanjin Cargo; GRIs, & Golden Week
In this week’s West Coast Wednesday, Mark Hirzel also discusses terminal efficiency at the ports of LA/LB, postponed GRIs, and China’s upcoming Golden Week. Shippers incurring “unreasonable” fees from cargo impacted…
Trade Facilitation & Trade Enforcement Act – Quick Primer
TFTEA, the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act, has major implications for importers and exporters. From drawback reform to increased enforcement on trade priority areas, this Act was signed into…
(B)logistics: Trade Facilitation & Trade Enforcement Act
The newly-passed Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act (TFTEA) covers myriad topics. Amy Magnus, Deringer’s Director of Customs Affairs and Compliance, provides a quick overview of some of its highlights.…
(B)logistics: SOLAS & Hanjin Progress, Hanjin Exports Delayed
OSHA certificates can be used in place of a VGM certificate to satisfy SOLAS requirements. Some Hanjin shipments are offloading, but cargo exports scheduled via Hanjin aren’t moving and some…
(B)logistics: ACE Completion by End of 2016, Hanjin Update
From meetings in Washington, D.C., Mark Hirzel provides a recap on recent meetings with CBP and FMC. The White House and Customs have set the end of 2016 for completion…
(B)logistics: Calculating Customs Value
Understanding and properly calculating Customs value are integral to Customs compliance. Amy Magnus shares some tips on what to include in import valuation, as well as a trick on how…
(B)logistics: Rebel Without a Cause, Hanjin’s Effect on GRIs and Chassis Recovery
In this week’s West Coast Wednesday, Mark Hirzel shares insights regarding the Hanjin bankruptcy, potential for Trans-Pacific rates to increase, and the recovery of chassis – currently holding empty Hanjin…
(B)logistics: 3 Tips to Avoid Chargebacks
Shawn McManigal, Deringer’s Director of Distribution, shares three tips to avoid retailers’ chargebacks. Routing shipments within the allotted time, placing labels on cartons in the proper spot, and shipping within…
(B)logistics: Chassis Usage Is Up, But No Delays Yet?
In this week’s West Coast Wednesday, Mark Hirzel shares insights regarding chassis usage and container dwell times. However, Labor Day is near and could cause slight delays! What’s happening with…
