News & Insights

New Ports in Mexico Entail Procedural Adjustments Roanoke Trade is pleased to announce an expansion of the ATA Carnet network in Mexico. Since joining the ATA Carnet system in 2011, Mexico has processed thousands of Carnets for Commercial Samples, Exhibitions and Fairs, and Professional Equipment at select ports of entry. The success of the ATA Carnet in these pilot markets has now made the goal of nationwide acceptance a reality: in 2014, Mexican Customs is prepared to welcome its greatest number of Carnet imports yet.

January 02, 2014

Roanoke Trade is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of AirCargo’s 2014 Conference, taking place March 30-April 1, in Orlando, Florida. Roanoke Trade Vice President Billie Sullivan, an active member of the board of directors for AEMCA as well as a member of the planning committee for the conference, will be in attendance. The conference offers a full lineup including informative sessions, training sessions, networking events and more.

December 23, 2013

Vice President of Roanoke Trade and ICPA (International Compliance Association) member Terry Cummings will be presenting at the ICPA Conference taking place March 23-27 in Orlando, Florida. Ms. Cummings will present Wednesday, March 26, from 9-10 am, on the topic of understanding ATA Carnets.

December 23, 2013

Roanoke Trade will be attending the Northern Border (NBCBA) – 2014 Annual Meeting taking place on February 10-12, 2014 in Cape Coral, Florida. NBCA Meetings are held three times during the year with the annual meeting in February. Janet Ciesko, Terry Cummings and Bill Sterrett of Roanoke will be in attendance.

December 23, 2013

In observance of the Christmas holiday, our offices will close at 1:00PM on Tuesday, December 24th and will be closed Wednesday, December 25th. We will re-open on Thursday, December 26th at 8:30AM. We will close for New Year’s at 3:00PM on Tuesday, December 31st and will be closed Wednesday, January 1st. We will re-open on Thursday, January 2nd at 8:30AM. Wishing you the best during this holiday season, and happiness in the New Year! Happy Holidays, Your friends at Roanoke 1475 E. Woodfield Road, Suite 500, Schaumburg, IL 60173 email: infospot@roanokegroup.com phone: 1-800-ROANOKE

December 05, 2013

NCBFAA Educational Institute (NEI) strives to provide customs brokers and forwarders with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain high standards of professional development to compete in the job market and advance in their career. Partnering with NEI, Roanoke believes keeping your management and staff informed is beneficial to your bottom line. Watch for further details about these upcoming webinars or call 1-800-ROANOKE ext. 1252 with any questions. We are the scheduled presenters in the following NEI webinars: October 2, 2013: Marine Cargo Insurance – The Basics October 24, 2013: Employment Practices Liability, Crime, Kidnap and Ransom Coverages November 13, […]

September 30, 2013