World Trade articles from July 2004

World Trade archives from July 2004

Integrated logistics and the new world economic order.(Inside World Trade)
July 1, 2004... A few months ago I was invited to address the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses and World Food Logistics Organization at their annual gathering in Bal Harbor, Florida. These are the folks who operate the 'cold chain' that...

Expansion of European Union means unprecedented currency challenges.(Policy Perspectives)
July 1, 2004... May 1, 2004 marked a major stride forward for the world's largest free trade zone, as the accession of an unprecedented ten countries constituted the "second harvest of the EU single market." Europe's historic hour incorporated nations from the...

Canada to increase spending on maritime security.(The Americas)(Canadian government )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Canadian government said recently that it will spend $228 million to boost maritime security while implementing tighter controls along the U.S.-Canada border. The development is part of a joint plan by the U.S. and Canada to coordinate...

U.S. Trade Rep releases "Special 301" report.(The Americas)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The United States Trade Representative's office has released the latest "Special 301" annual report on the adequacy and effectiveness of intellectual property rights protection with trading partners around the world. Although some countries are...

FDA steps up enforcement on food importations.(The Americas)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Last December, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's new regulations affecting food importers were implemented as part of the Bioterrorism Act of 2002. Overall, importers have been achieving a high rate of compliance with the new regulations....

U.S. intermodal shipments up in first quarter.(The Americas)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) says that growing domestic trailer volumes have pushed U.S. intermodal shipments up 8.7 percent in the first quarter, the eighth consecutive quarterly increase in intermodal volume. ...

Transportation Services Index (TSI).(Tradewinds: the latest trends in the world of trade)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Transportation Services Index (TSI) increased 1.4 percent in February, rebounding from a drop in January to reach 120.4 (1996 = 100), the second highest level in the 14-year period covered by the index, the Department of Transportation's...

Malaysia signs trade agreement with U.S.(Asia-Pacific)(Trade and Investment Framework Agreement)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Malaysia has signed a Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) with the U.S. that promises to provide a bilateral forum to address trade issues and to help enhance trade and investment between the two countries. The TIFA creates a...

Australia, U.S. sign free trade agreement.(Asia-Pacific)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Officials from Australia and the U.S. signed a free trade agreement in May, which will set the stage for eliminating duties on over 99 percent of goods manufactured in the U.S. and exported to Australia. U.S. Trade Representative Robert...

South Korea's exports post big gain.(Asia-Pacific)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... South Korea's export sector is growing dramatically with China providing much of the boost. Exports surged 38.3 percent in April from the year-earlier month to a recent $21.74 billion. That helped swell the nation's trade surplus to $2.91...

Australian winemakers have reason to cheer.(Asia-Pacific)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Australian winemakers are optimistic that the wine glut in the U.S.--Australia's biggest market--may be easing and profits may be returning. The caveat, though, is that the rebound may come to fruition slowly. "There's certainly going to be a...

Newest EU members won't join euro zone.(Europe)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Although 10 European countries joined the EU on May 1, none will immediately convert their currency to the euro. The European Central Bank told the newest EU members recently that the fight against inflation poses a "real challenge" for new...

EU offers to cut farm subsidies.(Europe)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The EU says it's prepared to end approximately $3.56 billion in subsidies for farm exports to advance global trade talks if the U.S. and other countries agree to take similar steps. Negotiators are trying to reach a broad framework for a farm...

Syria gets hit with economic sanctions.(Middle East & Africa)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The U.S. has imposed economic sanctions against Syria, effective May 12, 2004. Most exports are affected by the sanctions, however the U.S. will allow certain items such as medicines and some software and technology to be exported to Syria. ...

Supporting the outsourced.(Letters To The Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2004... Although a victim of a domestic variant of offshore outsourcing, I agree wholeheartedly with Neil Shister's column in World Trade, May 2004, on p.8. If we try to clamp down on globalization, we risk certain loss of its future benefits....

Middle class china.(Letters To The Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2004... I have a few comments regarding the stability of China and how I believe Marvin Zonis is not looking at the bigger picture (June, The World Trade Magazine Top 30 Countries for Trade and Expansion). The Chinese middle class is growing (CNN...

Puerto Rico remains strong.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Investing in Puerto Rico is not a new idea. Following World War II, generous federal tax breaks were designed as incentives for U.S. companies to build plants on the island (and provide opportunity to inhabitants who were otherwise migrating to...

Even after the loss of tax breaks, unique competitive advantages attract development.
July 1, 2004... Section 936 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code was widely believed to have been the driving force of the phenomenal growth of U.S.-based manufacturing companies establishing and operating in the U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. In basic terms,...

Crowley: celebrating fifty years in Puerto Rico.(A Special Advertising Section)
July 1, 2004... A Message From Tom Crowley Jr. One of the many things we've learned over the past 50 years serving Puerto Rico is that great companies want to do business with other great companies. That's why we at Crowley have consistently tried to...

Small package delivery goes global like the big boys: integrated carriers are streamlining international shipping to bring the whole process under one roof.
July 1, 2004... Not long ago the global logistics resources of large-scale supply chain management companies were largely reserved for the shipment of large cargo. Companies whose international business focused mainly on small package movements were left to...

When will India put intellectual property protection in place? Despite good intention the question of enforcement worries global manufacturers.
July 1, 2004... The slow, clumsy and chaotic elephant seems to be walking in the right direction at least. However, the huge tusker needs to maintain a steady and determined resolve--something skeptics aren't yet persuaded it can do. This is how India...

International harmony for hazmat shippers: globalization is changing the rules for shippers of hazardous materials, both domestically and worldwide.(Transportation & Logistics)
July 1, 2004... Three rulings from the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Research and Special Programs Administration have riveted the attention of Larry Bierlein, a partner with the Washington, D.C. legal firm McCarthy, Sweeney, and Hackaway and...

When clear communication matters: take the time to put together a documentation strategy.(Language & Translation)
July 1, 2004... Anyone who works with documentation, either on paper, on the Web or for training, has been faced with an increasing number of choices and challenges. You have to decide how to present your documentation to your audience, which requires that you...

Ex-Im bank updates programs for middle market exporters: and boosts overseas sales prospects.(Finance)
July 1, 2004... The Export-Import Bank, a bulwark of trade finance for U.S. middle market and smaller exporters, is now busy building some fresh initiatives to make the manufacturing sector more competitive in global markets. One is a program to finance...

Bridging the enterprise-transportation information gap: enabling supply chain optimization and extending ROI.(technology)
July 1, 2004... As the global economy has expanded, so have the supply chains employed by companies to source, make and deliver goods at the lowest price in the least amount of time. To keep up with the complexities of global commerce, multinational...

CIMC--www.cimc.com.(Corporate Profiles)(China International Marine Containers Ltd.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... China International Marine Containers (Group) Ltd.(CIMC) has ranked world No. 1 container manufacturer for 8th consecutive years since 1996. With factories located in the top 10 strategic ports along the China coast, CIMC offers more than...

FedEx Freight www.fedex.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... FedEx Freight is a leading provider of LTL (less-than-truckload) freight services, providing regional and interregional delivery throughout the U.S., with extended international service. Using a comprehensive network of service centers and...

Export-Import Bank of the United States--www.exim.gov.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) assists U.S. companies compete in today's challenging global marketplace. This government agency assumes the credit and country risks that the private sector is unable or unwilling to...

Tri Star Freight Systems Inc.--www.tristarfreightsys.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Tri Star Freight Systems Inc.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Are you in need of a one-stop, "can do" transportation logistics company? If so, Tri Star Freight Systems, Inc. can provide you with a turnkey solution to your transportation needs. Tri Star Freight System is committed to providing our partners...

Pilot Air Freight--www.pilotair.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Pilot Air Freight is a full service transportation and logistics company with 65 offices throughout North America, and a worldwide network of overseas agents offering global coverage 24 hour a day, 7 days a week. As your transportation and...

Union Bank of California www.uboc.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... When cost-effective international trade is integral to your company's success, choosing the right bank is critical. At Union Bank of California, we make it our business to provide our clients with the tools and expertise they need to navigate...

NSCSA--www.nscsaamerica.com.(Corporate Profiles)(National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 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 matter...

Yang Ming Line (YML)--www.yml.com.tw.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 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...

Litco International--www.litco.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Litco's Inca presswood pallets meet the new ISPM 15, International Standards for Wooden Packaging.inca pallets do not require additional costly treatment for infestation. Don't risk costly delays at foreign ports! inca pallets are priced for...

Port Everglades www.broward.org/port.(Corporate Profiles)(Port Everglades)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Port Everglades is one of South Florida's strongest economic engines with annual operating revenues of more than $89 million and total waterborne commerce exceeding 22 million tons in liquid, break bulk and containerized cargoes. More than...

Swiss WorldCargo www.swissworldcargo.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2004... Swiss WorldCargo is the air cargo division of Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. With its global network of more than 150 destinations in over 80 countries and its broad range of airfreight products and services, Swiss WorldCargo generates...

Yellow Global www.yellowglobal.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2004... When you need a seamless solution for international ship ping 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...

A.N. Deringer Inc.--www.anderinger.com.(Corporate Profiles)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
July 1, 2004... Founded in 1919, Deringer has grown to become one of the leading providers of international logistics services, With over 30 offices coast to coast in the U.S. and a global agency network we provide supply chain solutions for companies moving...

Japan sells its first cars in the United States.(Great Moments In World Trade)
July 1, 2004... Masujiro Hashimoto returned to Tokyo in 1911 from government-sponsored study in the United States inspired by the bustle and commotion of Broadway to build the first commercially-viable Japanese automobile. Three years later his company...