News & Insights

Tianjin Explosion One Year Later: A Look at Port Safety and Dangerous Goods

As we approach the one-year mark of the massive explosions that took place at Tianjin Port in northern China last August, where 173 people were killed with hundreds more injured and more than 300 buildings destroyed, it’s critical that all those involved in the global supply chain continue to examine their operational practices and risk […]

June 25, 2016

Industry Insights, Insights, Shipping

A New Era in ISF Enforcement

On June 17, CBP issued CSMS# 16-000499 announcing major changes in ISF enforcement. The following summary is based on the CSMS and subsequent NCBFAA ISF Subcommittee discussions with CBP. Effective for shipments on the water on or after June 30, CBP will operate as follows: Except as noted below, CBP is viewing the Interim Final […]

June 24, 2016

Industry Insights, ISF

Roanoke to Sponsor G.TEC 2016

Join Roanoke’s Amanda Barlow, Jason Odgers and Jenny Hilton at the second annual G.TEC conference in Atlanta, Georgia! The event, taking place on August 8-9, 2016, will give customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, OTIs, service providers, importers and exporters an opportunity to update themselves on industry developments and connect with colleagues. Don’t forget to catch […]

June 22, 2016

Events

What Does OSHA’s New Reporting Rule Mean for the Transportation Industry?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a new rule last month that will affect the way transportation companies and other businesses report injury and illnesses to the agency. Presently, most employers unless specifically exempt, are required to maintain injury and illness reporting records on a log (Form 300) with supporting documentation. Each employer […]

June 20, 2016

Industry Insights, Insights

A Look at Sump/Sewer Backup Coverage and Flood Insurance

When looking to insure your transportation-related business from all types of property exposures including flood damage, it’s helpful to understand that a policy designed to respond will depend on where the water comes from. There are two types of coverages available: Sump/Sewer Backup coverage and Flood insurance. Do you need one or another or both […]

June 13, 2016

Industry Insights, Insights, Uncategorized

Colleen Clarke to Present at AAEI 2016 Conference

On Tuesday, June 7th Colleen Clarke will be part of an AAEI Conference panel titled “Don’t Trek on Me”. Colleen, along with Randy Rucker of Drinker, Biddle & Reath, Jenae Ciecko of Copper Hill Inc. and Beata Spuhler of 3M, will discuss recent cases that highlight what can happen to companies and individuals not compliant […]

June 02, 2016

Events

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