World Trade articles from August 2003

World Trade archives from August 2003

Cowboys don't cry. (Inside World Trade).
August 1, 2003... San Francisco--Bechtel's public relations and press representatives were predictably wary of our initial attempts to dig into the corporation's global engineering strategy. Once we made it clear, however, that our mandate is to demonstrate how...

The dilemma of reforming a post-Saddam Iraq. (Policy Perspectives).
August 1, 2003... Two crucial debates underlie America's present situation in the Middle East. The first concerns whether the United States can graft a democratic system on an authoritarian regime such as Iraq's, a state that has no history of democratic rule....

Shining some light on the dark continent. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2003... Dear Sir, I like WORLD TRADE magazine and read it every month, and I commend you for putting out a fine publication. However, I take issue with several statements about Africa in your editorial in the June 2003 issue: that "centuries of...

Muslim r-e-s-p-e-c-t. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2003... Editor, I want to be sure I'm understanding Ms. Sowinski's point--that the U.S. should respect the local cultural differences of trading partners what with there being about 70 Muslim countries out there, right? Because forgetting about...

University of Miami offers Spanish language executive management courses. (The Americas).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... As noted in this month's cover story ("Rebuilding Iraq"), multinational trade services companies are increasingly reliant on U.S. universities to expand their knowledge base. This summer, Graduate Business Programs at The University of Miami in...

California biotech seeking EU partnerships. (The Americas).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Meeting with leading large pharmaceutical firms headquartered in Europe such as GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca, Aventis, Roche, and Bayer, fifteen California biotechnology companies from around the state report potential partnership deals that...

Admiral of the Ocean Sea Awards salutes "Iraqi Freedom". (Tradewinds).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... The United Seamen's Service (USS) 2003 Admiral of the Ocean Sea Award will be presented to Charles (Chuck) G. Raymond, Chairman, President and CEO of Horizon Lines, the largest American-flag liner service ocean carrier and Jones Act trade...

World Trade Centers Association honors Donna Sharp as "Woman of the Year". (Tradewinds).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Donna Sharp, Executive Director of the World Trade Institute of Pace University, has been named "Woman of the Year" by the World Trade Centers Association. The WTCA is an organization of nearly 300 WorldTrade Centers in almost 100 countries,...

Global IT manufacturer chooses SDL for localization of European website. (Europe).(BenQ Group)(SDL International)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... London-based SDL International, one of the world's largest providers of globalization solutions, has announced a substantial contract with the BenQ Group, whose expertise is in the areas of Communications, Display Technology and...

EU makes major progress on farm reforms. (Europe).(European Union)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... A breakthrough in the reformation of European farm subsidies came in June when EU agriculture ministers agreed to scale back support of the industry. The development is significant because it removes a major sticking point between the EU and...

Hong Kong chief executive promises vigilance in war on SARS. (Asia/Pacific).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... While acknowledging that he welcomed the lifiting of travel warnings from the U.S. Department of State, Tung Chee Hwa said Hong Kong will "remain vigilant and continue with the measures we have put in place to protect public health." U.S. State...

U.S. and Pakistan sign trade and investment framework agreement. (Asia/Pacific).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... U.S. Trade Representative Robert B. Zoellick and Pakistan Minister of Finance Shaukat Aziz signed an agreement recently that provides a forum for Pakistan and the United States to examine ways to expand bilateral trade and investment....

NAM member says Chinese currency manipulation unfair. (Asia/Pacific).(National Association of Manufacturers)(Falcon Plastics)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... National Association of Manufacturers member Falcon Plastics, Inc., testified before Congress recently that Chinese currency manipulation has heavily and unfairly distorted the company's global trade environment. "I can produce a particular...

Building a new world: Behind the scenes with Bechtel.(Bechtel Group Inc.)(related article included)(Interview)
August 1, 2003... It is the crowning achievement of an already impressive 78-year history. On April 18, the U.S. Agency for International Development announced that San Francisco construction giant Bechtel Group Inc. had been chosen as the lead in the...

Best ocean carrier providers: world trade readers name diverse mix of players this year.
August 1, 2003... In era of increasing consolidation and the blurring of brands, it's encouraging to see that U.S. multinational manufacturers still recognize the differentiating service levels of ocean transport providers. In this year's poll, our research team...

The Australian connection: Stability in a sometimes shaky environment. (Transportation Cargo & Shipping).
August 1, 2003... Over the past year, as global uncertainty stemming from war and terrorism has curtailed transport in many regions of the world, Australia and New Zealand have been an exception to transportation problems. Far from most of the globe's conflicts,...

World Trade's exclusive research report.
August 1, 2003... WORLD TRADE'S EXCLUSIVE RESEARCH REPORT Dedicated to Making the World a Safer Place Biotech and Pharmaceutical's Global Leaders Ramp Up Research Despite the misgivings of some consumer activist groups, the scientific and...

Keeping drugs safe: Maintaining a "healthy" supply chain is key. (Logistics and Supply Chain Management).(USCO Logistics)
August 1, 2003... When the World Trade Center towers came down on September 11th, a lot of people stopped taking anything for granted, even long-enduring commercial relationships that had been a matter of trust. "Now we have to think twice," says Dave...

Transporting pharmaceuticals: "handle with care" takes on new meaning. (Logistics and Supply Chain Management).
August 1, 2003... They are some of the most precious, fragile and time-sensitive commodities the world has ever seen. They can cost thousands of dollars a gram and more--a price far greater than gold or quality diamonds. Yet their true worth is in what they...

Crossborder cooperation: FDA champions new drug regs. (Global Sourcing).
August 1, 2003... Spurred by lower prices north of the border and a plethora of online pharmacies, U.S. consumers are purchasing Canadian pharmaceuticals in record numbers. More than 2 million shipments of prescription drugs will enter the U.S. from Canada this...

Stimulating Latin American economies: what's working, what's not. (Global Sourcing).
August 1, 2003... The U.S. government is looking to expand the economic and trade stimulus granted to Mexico (and Canada) and to U.S. exporters through NAFTA to other Latin American nations, and thereby build stronger bridges between the countries in this...

Mixing business and politics: A day in the life of OPIC. (Banking, Finance & Trade Services).(Overseas Private Investment Corporation)(related article included)
August 1, 2003... International executives often complain that government agencies perform like lumbering giants--they're slow to respond, and clumsy at tailoring programs to the varied circumstances of their customers. But, government has one invaluable...

International image-building: Art and culture are the ticket. (US & International Economic Development).
August 1, 2003... Let's face it, when it comes to the arts and culture your community probably isn't a London, Paris Rome or New York or even a Chicago or Austin, Texas. But you can--and should--try to build a solid and sensible cultural foundation to your...

TCO Analysis: the bottom line on outsourcing erp. (Technology).(total cost of ownership)
August 1, 2003... Many business leaders intuitively understand the qualitative benefits of applications outsourcing--benefits that include easier maintenance, improved performance, and greater focus on core competencies. Financial executives, however, must rely...

Speaking the same language: Six strategies for staying in sync with foreign markets. (Language & Translation).
August 1, 2003... It's the little things that count towards building trust and a friendly atmosphere in our business relationships. Whether it's a Christmas card or a thank you note, a short conversation about the hottest horse or latest baseball news-working...

World Trade index.
August 1, 2003... WORLD TRADE index Trade Tallies & Finance Figures INSURED U.S.-CHARTERED COMMERCIAL BANKS THAT HAVE CONSOLIDATED ASSETS OF $100 MILLION OR MORE NAT'L BANK NAME- BANK CONSOLIDATED RANK HOLDING...

Cool people cool place.(Robert McCay, Vice President and General Manager of Western Operations for Gentex Corporation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... On the weekends, he's winning motocross races. But on Monday, he'll be winning another multimillion-dollar contract. Meet Robert McCay, Vice President and General Manager of Western Operations for Gentex Corporation, a world leader in the...

Evergreen International Airlines www.evergreenairlines.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Evergreen International Airlines is a U.S. cargo airline specializing in ad hoc charter, and contract freighter operations. Evergreen operates a fleet of ten B-747 and seven DC9 freighter aircraft on an ACMI wet lease basis worldwide and...

Yang Ming Line (YML) -- www.yml.com.tw. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Yang Ming Line (YML) is an independent all water and intermodal worldwide carrier, with a customer-driven staff supporting YML's state-of-the-art, fully integrated global network Whether cargo is containerized, oversized or refrigerated --...

Canada Maritime www.canadmaritimes.com. (Web Locators).(Canada Maritime Services Ltd.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... North Atlantic leader Canada Maritime sets the standard in sea commerce and container transport between North/Mediterranean Europe and Canada/US, Its five weekly services operate via Montreal, the shortest route linking industrial heartlands...

A.N. Deringer, Inc. -- www.anderinger.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Since 1919, A.N. Deringer, Inc. has been a leading provider of international logistics. As the process of logistics becomes wore about moving information and less about moving the box, Deringer works to develop technology driven solutions to...

COSCO -- www.cosco-usa.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... COSCO capacity on owned and leased containers totals nearly 425,000 TEUS. Cargo handling capabilities include 20-ft. and 40-ft. dry containers, refrigerated containers, flat racks, open tops, high cubes and other specialized equipment. COSCO...

FX First Inc. www.fxfirst.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... FX First, Inc. is an innovative trading and software development company with a rapidly growing reputation as a market leader in the online foreign exchange trading (Forex) industry. We provide our clients with she tools they need for quick and...

NSCSA -- www.nscsaamerica.com. (Web Locators).(NSCSA (America) Inc.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... NSCSA can handle all your cargo needs to the Middle East and the Indian Sub-Continent. In addition, we are the only Ro-Ro/ Container carrier with direct service to Pakistan. Our state-of-the-art vessels can carry every type of freight, no...

Yellow Global www.yellowglobal.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... When you need a seamless solution for international shipping needs, Yellow Global can deliver. Integrated air, ocean and land shipping services around the world, Priority services, consolidation and even full container load. Plus complete...

Deloittre & Touche Tax Technologies LLC www.corptax.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Deloitte & Touche Tax Technologies LLC develops, implements, and supports leading-edge corporate tax software products under the brand name CORPTax [R] Software. For 27 years, companies have relied on CORPTax Software to: * Integrate and...

Port of Miami www.miamidade.gov/portofmiami. (Web Locators).(the Dante B. Fascell Port of Miami-Dade)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Bucking the trend of a slow economy, the Dante B. Fascell Port of Miami-Dade reported a 10.9% increase in cargo tonnage from October 2002 to March 2003 with 4,673,129 tons moving through the "Number One Container Port in Florida." Total...

Pilot Air Freight -- www.pilotair.com. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Pilot Air Freight is a fall-service, global transportation and logistics company headquartered in Greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with 65 offices throughout the U.S. Pilot prides itself on keeping abreast of technology and innovation to...

Port of Seattle -- www.portseattle.org. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Capacity. Connections. Convenience. Seattle is still the shortcut. Located in the center of the Pacific Northwest's transportation network, Seattle offers superior customer service to link shippers and carriers with destinations around the...

Free will: it's mandatory. (Fair Trader).
August 1, 2003... My column was on hiatus last month, as I traveled to Belgium to visit the Port of Antwerp and talk with a few companies doing business in Flanders. The region has a number of impressive attributes and can squarely compete with any European...