World Trade articles from July 2003

World Trade archives from July 2003

Chief executive exodus. (Inside World Trade).
July 1, 2003... As our economy continues to stage its slow but inexorable recovery, industry analysts are coming to the conclusion that performance metrics have been raised to a new level for all job categories--including those comprising C-level decision...

Future conflicts threaten global business. (Policy Perspectives).
July 1, 2003... Internal conflicts, interstate conflicts and transnational terrorism over the next two decades will greatly threaten future global business. Through 2025, internal conflicts will cause the highest casualties to the world; on the other hand,...

California business group gives its Asia-commerce award to Bechtel. (Tradewinds).(California-Asia Business Council)(Dr. Daniel K.H. Chao of Bechtel Enterprises)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Rick Chong (left) of Sycamore Ventures, who is president of the California-Asia Business Council (Cal-Asia), presents the business group's first "New Silk Road" Award for outstanding contributions to California-Asia business to Dr. Daniel K.H....

Miami police will enlist help to counter anti-globalization demonstrations. (The Americas).(Miami Police Department)(Miami, Florida)(the Americas Business Forum)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Anticipating massive anti-globalization demonstrations, spokesmen for the Miami Police Department are telling world traders that it will use law-enforcement agencies from throughout South Florida to secure the Americas Business Forum this...

Our team is best. (Letters to the Editor).
July 1, 2003... As an American business owner I was very disappointed with Ms. Sowinski's recent article. "Patriotic zealots" is an insult to those of us who lost relatives during both Great Wars. Furthermore, the United States of America does not...

Enlightenment...or dark ages? (Letters to the Editor).
July 1, 2003... After reading Lara Sowinski's (opinion] article on "Enlightened Trade" it seems clear that she is more concerned with the U.S. foreign policy concerning Muslim nations. She could not pick a worse example in the context of globalization. ...

How to invest in Africa. (Letters to the Editor).
July 1, 2003... Editor's Note: June editorial citing reasons for lock of U.S. investment in Africa struck a chord with many readers. Below is one of the more "transactional" responses. Nigeria offers tremendous opportunity for U.S. manufacturers if they...

Trade settlement leader receives SCTi award. (Tradewinds).(Bank of New York chooses an outstanding supply chain innovator in the "Trade Settlement Technology" category)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The Bank of New York, chosen as an outstanding supply chain innovator in the "Trade Settlement Technology" category, received its award last month. Here, World Trade editor, Patrick Burnson (left) presents the SCTI plaque to Robert R. Field,...

Security now a function of customer service for some. (Tradewinds).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Manufacturers and logistics providers are directing their customer service executives to take a greater role in the security function, say many industry analysts. This was clearly in evidence at the recently concluded "Security- Freight...

Retailers and manufacturers closer to Global Data Synchronization. (Tradewinds).(Global Data Synchronization Network)(UCCnet)(WorldWide Retail Exchange)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... In a move to lay the foundation for launch of the Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN), UCCnet and the WorldWide Retail Exchange (WWRE) announced the commencement of a two-phased launch of interoperability to be completed by the end of...

PricewaterhouseCoopers champions new model for accountability. (Europe).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... PricewaterhouseCoopers has welcomed Great Britain's Trade and Industry Committee's endorsement for legislation to implement the Company Law Review. "If corporate accountability is to remain relevant, and our profession is to remain relevant,...

WHO tells Philippines to stay on top of SARS. (Tradewinds).(World Health Organization)(Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to warn the Philippines to keep up its guard against Sars (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome). Having been declared "SARS-free" should not give reason for loosening regulatory vigilance, say...

Japan ramps up foreign investment pitch. (Asia/Pacific).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Osamu Watanabe, Chairman and CEO of the Japan External Trade Organization, is now leading pitchman for investment in Japan. Currently such investment stands at only 1.1 percent of gross domestic product, compared with more than 5 percent in the...

Supply chain visibility key to Iraq's recovery. (The Middle East).(United States Army)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Spokesmen for the U.S. Department of Defense say that satellite and radio frequency identification tags and systems used by coalition forces in the Middle East have substantially increased the in-transit visibility of military equipment and...

Chamber urges Senate to support American workers abroad. (The Middle East).(United States Chamber of Commerce urges the Senate)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The United States Chamber of Commerce urges the Senate to protect American workers and their jobs -- particularly in the Persian Gulf -- by preserving the current tax treatment of income earned abroad as part of a broader tax relief package...

Kowabunga! A surfin' safari supply chain.(Surftech)(related article included)
July 1, 2003... Randy French's greatest passion is surfing. Growing up in Santa Cruz, a small town along the northern California coast, French headed to the beach whenever the Pacific Ocean was serving up the giant waves that made Santa Cruz one of surfing's...

Follow the money to emerging market goldmines.
July 1, 2003... Emerging markets have long been considered a double-edged sword: although the potential for making big bucks in developing countries can be seductive, the risks can be equally high. One of the best indicators used when analyzing market...

Middle East prospects: signs of recovery on the horizon. (Transportation Cargo & Shipping).(related article included)
July 1, 2003... In recent months, the Middle East and North Africa have been rocked by trends dangerous to business in the region--war, terrorism, anti-American vitriol--and threatening to the area's future stability. Yet despite these problems, some shippers,...

Keeping up with express services: customers want speed, customs wants security. (Transportation Cargo & Shipping).
July 1, 2003... Even in a slow economy, companies still need speed. For companies both giant and small, fast movement of key items is a frequent necessity. "We end up doing a lot of air freight," said Michael J. Barr, associate director, global cross border...

World Trade's Exclusive Research Report.
July 1, 2003... WORLD TRADE'S EXCLUSIVE RESEARCH REPORT Sector Leaders in Electronics Industry DIVERSIFIED & MISCELLANEOUS Companies that design, develop, manufacture, and market a broad line of electronic devices - including electron tubes,...

High-tech cost cutting: electronics manufacturers trim the fat. (Logistics and Supply Chain Management).
July 1, 2003... High-profile companies in the electronics field are capitalizing on the ability of their logistics professionals to funnel more profit to the bottom line. Strategies include post merger rationalization of duplicate networks, postponement of...

Everybody owns costs: and it shows in the bottom line. (Logistics and Supply Chain Management).
July 1, 2003... Whether economic times are good or bad, every company has a responsibility to its shareholders to thoroughly manage and reduce costs on an ongoing basis. However, many companies fail to consistently reduce their operating costs. Even though...

ERP implementation: The trials and tribulations. (Technology).(enterprise resource planning)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... ERP implementations are littered with tales of lost millions and withdrawals after implementation. Many of the most experienced IT organizations have failed. So what are the secrets? What are the traps? This question could produce at least a...

Sourcing in emerging markets: some tips on avoiding trouble. (Global Sourcing).
July 1, 2003... This month WORLD TRADE features doing business in the emerging nations--either as markets or as sourcing locations. There are enormous opportunities in these countries, and at the same time significant risks. Interestingly, many North...

EX-IM Bank: A new look for an old institution. (Banking, Finance & Trade Services).(Export-Import Bank of the United States)
July 1, 2003... The Export-Import Bank, one of Washington's more popular agencies, has been fine-tuning its strategy for nearly a year now, and there's more to come. Partly, it's playing catch up, reflecting the steady march of changes in the private banking...

The FTAA: why is this giant trade pact so important? (US & International Economic Development).(Free Trade Area of the Americas)
July 1, 2003... Since the early 1990s, U.S. trade agreements have shifted from a focus on multilateral to bilateral and regional agreements. The United States has been a leader in this area with the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Agreement, followed by the North...

Corporate incentives: sweetening the site selection deal. (US & International Economic Development).
July 1, 2003... Just this February, Toyota chose Texas over four southern states for a highly coveted 2,000-employee, $800-million assembly plant. Predictably, incentives were part of the mega-projects location package. However, many were surprised to learn...

My afternoon with Massimo. (Publisher's Corner).(Massimo Panagia, director of corporate operations with Alitalia Cargo)
July 1, 2003... Rome -- I sat down recently with Massimo Panagia, the director of corporate operations with Alitalia Cargo, to discuss the future of this carrier and the industry. His comments were reassuring, and reminded me that core business fundamentals...

Evergreen International Airlines. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.EVERGREENAIRLINES.COM Evergreen International Airlines is a U.S. cargo airline specializing in ad hoc charter, and contract freighter operations. Evergreen operates a fleet often B-747 and seven DC9 freighter aircraft on an ACMI wet...

Penske Logistics. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.PENSKELOGISTICS.COM Penske Logistics not only designs supply-chain solutions to meet each customer's unique needs, we execute them. With highly skilled engineers, we create and manage innovative solutions than optimize performance...

Canada Maritime. (Corporate Profiles).(Canada Maritime Services Ltd.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.CANADMARITIME.COM 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...

A.N. Deringer, Inc. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.ANDERINGER.COM Since 1919, A.N. Deringer, Inc. has been a leading provider of international logistics. As the process of logistics becomes more about moving information and less about moving the box, Deringer works so develop...

COSCO. (Corporate Profiles).(COSCO Americas Inc.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.COSCO-USA.COM 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...

FX First Inc. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.FXFIRST.COM 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 the tools...

American Airlines Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(American Airlines Inc. Cargo Div.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.AACARGO.COM American Airlines Cargo is inviting its customers so ship, track and relax with the release of its all new AACargo.com website. The site is designed to put customers in control of their shipping information. The new...

Lufthansa Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.LUFTHANSA-CARGO.COM Need worldwide express service and a capacity guarantee for large freight? The answer is td. X service from Lufthansa Cargo. Capacity for td. X is guaranteed for shipments up 002 tons when booking 24 hours ahead of...

Alitalia Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... ALITALIACARGO.COM Alitalia Cargo is the Cargo Division of Alitalia and member of the Sky Team Cargo Alliance. Formed in 1947, Alitalia Cargo's fleet is composed of 3 Boeing 747 freighters, on top of the entire belly capacity consisting of...

Yang Ming Line (YML). (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.YML.COM.TW Yang Ming Line (YML) is an independent all water and intermodal worldwide carrier, with a customer-driven staff supporting YML's state-of-the-artfully integrated global network, Whether cargo is containerized, oversized or...

Pilot Air Freight. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.PILOTAIR.COM Pilot Air Freight is a full-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...

Finnair Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.FINNAIR.COM Finnair offers 747-200 freighter service to Gothenburg every week. On Saturday night, we have a 747-200 freighter, JFK-GOT-HEL-JFK, so all Scandinavian freight will be at its destina-tion by Sunday night. The flight...

Port of Seattle. (Corporate Profiles).(Seattle, Washington)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... WWW.PORTSEATTLE.ORG 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...

World Trade index.
July 1, 2003... WORLD TRADE index Import & Export-The Latest Figures (as of March 2003) Imports All Commodities 0.5% Petroleum & Petroleum Products -1.8% All Imports Excluding Petroleum 0.9% Exports All...