Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage

Rising Global Temperatures Could Snarl Cargo Operations

July 28, 2017

Unprecedented heat waves could ground nearly a third of flights during the hottest days, forcing carriers to jettison cargo in order to take off, according to a recent study.

'Chokepoints' Threaten Global Food Supply, Report Says

July 7, 2017

Supply Management

International trade routes are increasingly reliant on a small number of key ports, straits and roads that if disrupted will threaten global food supply, according to a report.

New Tax Will Transform Face of Indian Logistics Industry

July 7, 2017

The New York Times

India's greatest tax reform - replacing an array of provincial duties with a nationwide goods and services tax - is transforming the logistics industry in a country where moving stuff around is notoriously difficult to do, executives say.

When the Mailman Unwittingly Becomes a Drug Dealer

June 30, 2017

The Wall Street Journal

Not long before Don Holman's son Garrett died from an overdose in February, he learned his 20-year-old had his drugs delivered directly to their Virginia home in the mail, in packages from foreign countries.

Bribes, Borders and Middlemen: Why India's New Tax Reform Is a Game Changer

June 30, 2017

Los Angeles Times

Seized vehicles. Bribes. Dayslong delays. Moving goods across Indian states isn't exactly easy and that's a major barrier to economic growth.

Teknowlogi Launches AI Decision-Making Platform for Logistics Industry

June 27, 2017

Air Cargo World

Logistics technology provider Teknowlogi has launched its Logistics Expert System (LES) - a logistics supply chain analytics platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) decision-making technology. The same technology has already been deployed in medical diagnosis and stock trading.

New Strategy Accomplishes Customs Compliance and Cost Savings

June 21, 2017

Challenge: Transit delays and increased inspections by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) caused supply chain disruptions for a leading essential oils wholesaler. CBP requests for information and action had been received, and there were documentation errors. Customs brokerage fees were costly.

The Changing Role of Logistics Service Providers

June 16, 2017

SupplyChainBrain

Logistics providers discuss how they're adjusting to major changes brought about by concerns over the economy, shifts in trade policy, the complexities of the omnichannel, rising customer service demands, and the arrival of a new generation of supply-chain managers.

The Changing Role of Logistics Service Providers

June 13, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, Managing Editor, SupplyChainBrain

Orchestrating a Massive Move - Heavy Haul Ocean Transport

June 1, 2017

Challenge: The Liebherr LR11350 is one of the most powerful cranes in existence. To ship this 1,488 ton load from the factory door in Germany, through the Port of Hamburg and to the Port of Mobile, Alabama, every piece had to move together - which ultimately meant a heavy-haul ocean transport.

Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding freight forwarding and customs brokerage and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering goods to more global customers than ever before using freight forwarding and customs brokerage solutions that manage international business logistics and customs clearance. As these services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using freight forwarding and customs brokerage solutions to power their supply chains.