For Importers

In 2016, the International Maritime Organization announced that they would be implementing strict new Sulphur regulations, known as IMO2020. Read More »

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In 2016 the International Maritime Organization (IMO) enforced strict new SOLAS regulations.  Greg from BISON Jacks discusses the options that shippers have to comply with Verified Gross Mass regulations when weighing loaded shipping containers for export. Read More »

The Import Export Podcast Nicholas from CEC Systems discusses how collapsible shipping containers can be used throughout the supply chain.  We discuss the logistics issues throughout the supply chain that will be solved through reliable collapsible containers. Imbalanced supply supply chains results in re-positioning empty shipping containers around the world.  This lead to Nicholas and […] Read More »

Freight Forwarders are companies that specialize in all arranging the shipping and logistics of goods from the start to finish of the supply chain. Because the International supply chain involves so many different processes and parties in different countries, freight forwarders specialize in connecting services to streamline freight movements around the world. Read More »

Global supply chains are at the start of a digital revolution. Brian from the Worldwide Supply Chain Network discusses how Global Supply Chains are being affected by Brexit, Tariff updates, trade wars and digital innovations.  We discuss how businesses involved in the import export process can minimize the impact these changes will have to their business. Read More »

Invoices are needed in every trade transaction. In global trade, they help clear customs and avoid payment problems. Domestic accounting invoices are simpler and used to record local sales. Export invoices contain extra details that customs and banks need to see.  What Is an Accounting Invoice? An accounting invoice is a document that shows the […] Read More »

A Phytosanitary Certificate is an official document required when shipping regulated articles such as plants, plant products or other regulated articles. A phyto certificate is an official document that is generated from the exporting country’s Department of horticulture, agriculture, food or water resources. Read More »

Proforma Invoices and Commercial Invoices are important documents used in the global trade process. Read More »

If you are involved in global trade, this is how export documentation software will improve your business process. Read More »