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What to Watch: Insurance, Regulatory Changes for Freight Brokers and Forwarders

By Glenn Patton, Managing Director, Roanoke Insurance Group Canada, Inc.   The following are several important issues regarding the insurance industry and regulatory changes that impact freight brokers and forwarders. With so many Canadian freight brokers and forwarders conducting cross-border business, U.S. regulatory changes affect the entire industry. Nuclear verdicts in liability cases in the U.S. involving motor carriers have included freight brokers. Nuclear verdicts against trucking companies in the U.S. have reached tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in the past decade or so. In their lawsuits, plaintiffs in accidents with motor carriers have named all parties involved […]

April 24, 2024

Industry Insights

Roanoke Proudly Announces the Issuance of the First e-ATA Carnet in Partnership with Rock-it Global

In an era where digital transformation is not just a buzzword but a necessity, Roanoke, in collaboration with Rock-it Global, has taken a monumental step forward. We are thrilled to announce our participation in the issuance of the first electronic ATA Carnet, also known as the e-ATA Carnet. This groundbreaking achievement, conducted in partnership with the United States Council for International Business (USCIB) and Rock-it Global, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of international trade and logistics. The e-ATA Carnet represents the digital future of international trade facilitation. As a digital alternative to the traditional paper carnet, it simplifies […]

March 31, 2024

ATA Carnet

Important CARM Update for Customs Brokers and Importers

On March 27th, the CBSA held a Trade Chain Partner Working Group meeting and announced the following changes related to CARM’s Release 2 (“R2”), coming May 13, 2024: The minimum bond amount requirement will change from $25,000 to $5,000 for all importers with the implementation of R2. The maximum bond amount will remain capped at $10,000,000 per RM account. As a reminder, the bond amount will be calculated at 50% of the highest month of duties and taxes (including GST and all debts/accounts receivables) over the previous 12-month period. CBSA cannot keep up with the paper bond filings (we have […]

March 29, 2024

Canada, Customs Bonds

Exciting News: Peru Joins the ATA Carnet System!

We’re thrilled to share a significant milestone in the world of international trade and temporary goods movement. Starting April 30, 2024, Peru will officially adopt the ATA Carnet system, becoming the 80th country to facilitate smoother, duty-free exchange of goods for up to one year. This development positions Peru as the third Latin American nation, following Chile and Mexico, to embrace this innovative customs solution. The ATA Carnet, often dubbed the “passport for goods,” is a crucial instrument for businesses engaged in international trade, especially those involved in exhibitions, fairs, and similar events. It allows for the temporary import and […]

February 27, 2024

ATA Carnet

Danielle Kurtzer: Charting New Territories as Roanoke’s RVP of Charleston

It is with great pleasure that we announce the promotion of Danielle Kurtzer to the role of Regional Vice President of our Charleston office, effective February 1, 2024. This is a significant milestone for Danielle and all of us at Roanoke, as she brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this pivotal role. Danielle’s journey in the insurance industry is nothing short of inspiring. With over 30 years under her belt specializing in Surety Bonds, Cargo Insurance, and Property & Casualty Insurance, she has proven herself to be a formidable force in the field. Her tenure at Roanoke began […]

February 21, 2024

Industry Insights

Insuring Cargo in Conflict Zones: Navigating Risks and Understanding Coverage

As featured in the American Journal of Transportation  You may already be familiar with the significant global conflicts that are currently happening. However, what many people may not realize is that there are 25 other ongoing conflicts or unstable security situations worldwide, as defined by the Council of Foreign Relations’ Global Conflict Tracker. First and foremost, war and its humanitarian toll is a tragedy regardless of your political stance concerning any conflict. War also presents challenges for supply chains that the logistics industry must navigate. And when sending cargo into an adverse environment, risk management and insurance should be of […]

January 18, 2024

Cargo Insurance

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