Global Trade Management

Fighting Bribery and Corruption in Global Supply Chains

January 26, 2018

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act is 40 years old, and it hasn’t aged a bit.

From Cars to Cows, Here’s Where Nafta Talks Stand on Big Issues

January 26, 2018

Bloomberg

Negotiations to modernize Nafta are in their sixth round with few signs of a breakthrough, even as President Donald Trump continually applies pressure by threatening to withdraw if the U.S. can’t get its way.

Small Chinese Shippers From Troubled Ports Seen Aiding North Korea Trade

January 25, 2018

The Wall Street Journal

Some of the Chinese ships U.S. authorities allege have helped North Korea evade trade sanctions sailed from ports like this, in Linhai, China, a depressed shipbuilding town.

These 3 Everyday Products Show Who Won and Lost From Nafta

January 25, 2018

The New York Times

The North American Free Trade Agreement may not be a topic of frequent discussion in your household, but the trade pact probably plays a big role in your daily life.

Demand for Warehouse Space Will Stay Strong in 2018, Report Says

January 24, 2018

Material Handling & Logistics

A combination of factors will come together in 2018 that will result in strong investor appetite for logistics real estate, according to CBRE.

Citing Bomb Risk, TSA Mandates Additional Security on Middle East Airfreight

January 24, 2018

Air Cargo World

Citing the increased threat of a bomb being smuggled on board an aircraft bound for the United States, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued on Monday an emergency order requiring stricter scrutiny of air cargo.

Trump Slaps Steep U.S. Tariffs on Imported Washers, Solar Panels

January 24, 2018

Reuters

U.S. President Donald Trump slapped steep tariffs on imported washing machines and solar panels on Monday, giving a boost to Whirlpool Corp and dealing a setback to the renewable energy industry in the first of several potential trade restrictions.

Trucking Companies Race to Add Capacity, Drivers as Market Heats Up

January 23, 2018

The Wall Street Journal

Trucking fleets are charging higher prices to move freight around the country. But it is an open question whether the companies or their drivers will reap the windfall.

Report: Asian Piracy Grew 19 Percent in 2017

January 22, 2018

Maritime Executive

The Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia Information Sharing Centre (ReCAAP ISC) has released its annual report for 2017 highlighting that there was a 19 percent increase in the number of incidents over 2016 figures.

Why Made-in-USA Fashion Is Turning Heads

January 22, 2018

Industryweek

Faster delivery and customization are combining with automation to spur a return of apparel manufacturing to the U.S.

Global Trade Management

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding global trade management software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in global trade management software - which streamlines logistics and business processes related to cross-border trade - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using global trade management solutions for supply chain optimization.