After significant rate increases hit the market in May, it is speculated that demand and other factors might justify an additional increase come June.
The planned May 15th GRIs of approximately $1000 / container went into effect.
The Canadian Rail Strike, set for May 22nd, has been avoided due to Canadian government intervention—any timetable for a future strike is unclear.
As vessel space availability remains tight, carriers seek additional increases through potential Peak Season Surcharges slatted for the beginning of June.
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Learn why companies are increasing their partnerships within Mexico, how it became the number one provider of goods for United States companies, and why they will not be slowing down in the near future.
How can technology help streamline freight forwarding and Customs processes? What technologies should importers and exporters look for in a forwarder or Customs broker?
Take a look at how Rogers and Brown's Gabe McGann, VP of International Operations at Rogers & Brown explores what tools importers and exporters should seek in their partners and how they streamline freight forwarding and customs processes.
How Do I Know If My Merchandise is Subject to Antidumping (AD) or Countervailing Duties (CVD)?
Beth Morris, VP of Compliance at Rogers & Brown, explains the importance of researching and understanding your expenses before shipping goods to the U.S. Antidumping and countervailing cases are on the rise, as well as enforcement. You must know if they apply to your merchandise.
came by to visit Rogers & Brown's corporate office, where we had the opportunity to give them a tour of one of the warehouses at our sister company, Brown Distribution Centers, in Ladson, SC. This is a 450,000-square-foot warehousing and distribution center. Pictured is one of BDC's many perks: the rail access!
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