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Millions of goods are stuck on container ships waiting for a space to be unloaded at U.S. ports or to be hauled away in trucks, leading to massive traffic jams and supply chain bottlenecks. While short- and long-term solutions to rectify the various challenges are being discussed, it’s important for LSPs, cargo owners, warehouse operators and other stakeholders in the supply chain to understand their insurance programs, contractual agreements and best practices to properly protect their businesses. In an article titled “Disruption, delays and demurrage: What’s covered?”, recently published in American Shipper, Roanoke discusses disruptions, delays and demurrage, and what’s covered. If […]
The ongoing global pandemic has triggered significant changes in the supply chain environment, and cargo thieves have deftly adapted their methods to this new reality. As a result, these resilient and opportunistic criminals pose a grave threat to supply chain security throughout the globe. The spread of the COVID-19 virus combined with disruptive measures enacted by governments worldwide has inspired criminals to adopt alternative tactics. Increasingly, thieves target facilities over trucks, and a spike in the theft of PPE and related medical goods last year exemplifies the use of these new methods. Another concerning trend developing over the past year […]
Roanoke Insurance Group, your partner in insurance, surety bonds, ATA Carnet products and specialty services for the logistics and trade industries, has a new look and improved online performance! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new website! The goal of the new site is to create an improved experience for our visitors and to share our revitalized branding which has been built from the ground up with insights gathered from clients and partners. The refreshed branding is designed to better reflect Roanoke’s culture, expertise, dedication and high performance. The new website simplifies and streamlines navigation while adding […]
Transportation and logistics providers are forced to reckon with a dizzying array of potential risks including: cargo theft and in-transit loss, fires and natural disasters impacting stored goods and difficult vendor and subcontractor relationships. The increasing cost of products, materials, and labor has only exacerbated these problems in the past two years. Effective supply chain risk management can help mitigate the threat that these risks pose to your company’s operations and bottom line. BSI and Roanoke’s expert panel will discuss best practices to understand: How to manage both static and in-transit risk The elements of a supply chain risk management […]
Roanoke Insurance Group and BSI Supply Chain Services and Solutions Partner to Enhance Logistics Supply Chain Risk Management. SCHAUMBURG, IL — Roanoke is pleased to announce the expansion of our specialty service offerings through a strategic partnership with BSI Supply Chain Services and Solutions. BSI is a leading global provider of supply chain intelligence, auditing services, audit compliance, risk management software solutions, and loss prevention advisory services. Through this partnership, our clients will have preferred access to risk intelligence and best practice insights to improve overall supply chain security and reduce theft and cargo loss risk. A cornerstone of Roanoke’s […]
Join us for an exciting webinar next week! In the next TIA Lunch and Learn, industry experts will discuss the obstacles to overcome and substantial benefits to US and Canada cross-border operations. The presenters include a major US-Canada 3PL company principal, a cross-border logistics attorney, and a transportation and logistics insurance broker, our own Glenn Patton. In announcing the event, the TIA sites considerable benefit to working cross-border, “The United States and Canada retain the largest bilateral trade relationship in the world. In 2020, two way trade in goods between Canada and the United States topped $525.53 billion. That breaks […]
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