World Trade articles from May 2002

World Trade archives from May 2002

Innovate or die. (Inside World Trade).
May 1, 2002... Change is the only constant, sages contend, and in our industry the pressure to innovate is especially crucial. As the technology sector continues to shake out the weak players, WORLD TRADE MAGAZINE embarked on a mission to salute not only the...

When technology collides with trade policy. (Washington Window).(the Bush administration's decision to provide protective tariffs to the steel industry)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Washington: President Bush's recent order of a protective tariff against some steel products imported from some of our trade competitors provoked cries that a new Smoot-Hawley tariff was about to set the world aflame. That may not be the...

Portugal falling behind EU's economic standards. (Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... It seems that one of the European Union's poorest economies may be in danger of exceeding the deficit levels established in the EU's stability and growth pact, after Portugal announced recently that its 2001 budget deficit could be much higher...

U.S., Canada announce border plan. (The Americas).(cooperative containerport screening program)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Elinor Caplan, Canada's minister of national revenue, has unveiled steps to promote security at North American seaports by exchanging information and targeting officers with the U.S. The two countries have agreed to exchange a limited number of...

Indonesian economy losing attractiveness. (Asia/Pacific).(to Japanese investors)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A survey of Japanese companies conducted by the Japan Bank for International Cooperation finds that Indonesia is trailing further behind China and Thailand in the competition for Japanese investment. At the same time, Vietnam and India are...

Brazil unhappy over U.S. hike on steel import duties. (The Americas).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The fallout from the U.S.' hike on duties for imported steel continues to ripple around the world. U.S. treasury undersecretary John Taylor told attendees of a conference in Latin America that progress on the Free Trade Area of the Americas...

Officials call for stronger Arab ties. (Middle East).(among members of the Arab League)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Economic ministers from the twenty-two member Arab League are calling for a consolidation of economic relations and formation of an Arab free trade zone in response to developmental changes in the world economy. Bassel Fleihan, Lebanon's...

Ernie Ball's breaking all the rules: and it's paying off.(Company Profile)
May 1, 2002... Ernie Ball is no stranger to adversity. From the very beginning in the 1950s, founder Ernie Ball and son Sterling, the current president and CEO of the San Luis Obispo, Calif.-based company, have managed to turn obstacles into opportunities...

Outstanding supply chain innovators: Award-Winners for 2002. (Supply Chain Technology Innovation Awards).
May 1, 2002... [EDITOR'S NOTE: While most industry analysts agree that a single technology product or service has yet to be developed that can handle the supply chain from A to Z, a number of innovative solutions are leading the way. WORLD TRADE MAGAZINE...

Over the road and through the border: time-definite ground services help shippers achieve significant cost savings. (Logistics and Supply Chain Management).
May 1, 2002... Most international shippers know about the tradeoffs in using different modes of transportation. Air is traditionally the fastest but also the most expensive. Motor is cheaper, but can it compete with air in terms of speed and reliability?...

Air Cargo encounters major turbulence in 2001: but growth will gain altitude in the years ahead. (Transportation Cargo & Shipping).(Industry Overview)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... One thing seems certain--the events of this past year have proven the incredible resilience of international trade. As significant as the impact of the global recession compounded by the effects of last September's attacks on the U.S. were on...

Determining metrics: how should we measure the effectiveness of supply chain software and IT solutions for logistics? (Transportation Cargo & Shipping).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... It's best to approach this subject from the perspective of the business manager--or better yet, the business owner--rather than from that of the technician. At the end of the day it's the profitability of the company that drives all else, and...

Obstacle-Strewn path to marketing bliss: when CRM works it's heavenly, but implementing it can be hell. (Trans Tech).
May 1, 2002... Anticipation of customer needs. Greater customer loyalty. Fewer order errors. Faster deliveries. Quicker, easier response to customer queries. Less paper shuffling by field sales people so they can sell more. Increased market share. Higher...

ESeals could protect container trade: but bureaucratic issues hamper adoption. (Trans Tech).
May 1, 2002... Containers. They're the mainstay of international trade and protecting them and their contents has taken on new and heightened importance. So important, in fact, Bush administration officials have said publicly they consider containers the No....

Shippers pay a price: insuring cargo in a war-torn world is risky business. (Banking, Finance & Trade Services).
May 1, 2002... Between war in the Middle East and terrorist threats, these are expensive times for shippers trying to insure their cargo and tough times for cargo insurance companies, especially those shipping to the Middle East. Prices are rising in...

It's not just about books anymore: CIBER programs give MBA students real world experience. (Banking, Finance & Trade Services).(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... It's always reassuring to observe federal programs that genuinely live up to their expectations, especially when it involves taxpayer dollars. The Centers for International Business Education and Research program, established under the Omnibus...

You're finally ready to hire a translation company: where do you start? (Banking, Finance & Trade Services).
May 1, 2002... American companies are increasingly turning to translation companies as part of their strategy for effectively competing in foreign markets, whether through globalization of their Web sites or adaptation of materials to non-English speaking...

When big economies go bad: Argentina's Crisis shows how multinational firms are dealing with instability in global markets. (U.S. & International Economic Development).
May 1, 2002... Argentina's economic implosion is nothing less than harrowing: five presidents in two weeks, a currency devalued by half and social unrest that led to rioting in the streets. Despite the chaos, global managers say the best response for...

Auditing reforms needed. (World Trade Index).(CNN/USA Today/Gallup poll reports)(Brief Article)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... The results of a February CNN/USA Today/Gallup poll shows a majority of Americans say the way large corporations are audited requires either a complete overhaul or major reforms. While a majority generally express confidence in the reports...

ANZDL. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... ANZDL, one of the leading ocean carriers servicing North America, Australia and New Zealand, offers the best rated customer service and e-commerce solutions in the trade. ANZDL's containerships call at a variety of West Coast ports, including...

CF AirFreight. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... CF AirFreight is a global logistics provider specializing in domestic and international air, ocean and surface transportation supply chain solutions. The company provides an expedited transportation platform that serves over 20,000 communities...

Virgin Atlantic Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Virgin Atlantic Cargo provides international airfreight handling nod transportation services on direct scheduled flights throughout Virgin Atlantic Airways' route network and, in cooperation with our interline carriers, to destinations...

Pilot Air Freight. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... 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 and innovation to...

SSL. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... SSL has been providing shippers and freight forwarders with global FCL/LCL transportation services for morn than 15 years. SSL contracts with a large network of ocean carriers to move a variety of cargo, including special projects and...

CargoSmart. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... CargoSmart is one of the most advanced portals for the container transportation industry. Customers use CargoSmart's open software platform to help manage their shipments with multiple carriers and share information with their shipping...

Exel. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Exel is a global leader in supply chain management, providing customer focused solutions to a wide range of manufacturing and retail industries. Exel's comprehensive range of innovative logistics solutions encompasses the complete supply chain...

Finnair Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... 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 beat its destination by Sunday night. The flight continues on to Helsinki for...

Aeromexpress Cargo: your Cargo when and where you need it. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Aeromexpress' main premise has always been to offer customers the best available solution for their air cargo transportation needs. The biggest Mexican carrier, combines more than 194 aircraft that deliver through more than 586 daily flights to...

BAX Global. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... BAX Global is a $1.8 billion company offering a full suite of transportation and logistics services worldwide. With 500 offices in 123 countries, BAX specializes in delivering supply chain solutions for the world's largest companies. In North...

Port of New York/New Jersey. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Port of New York/New Jersey, North America's Premier East Coast Port, is investing in a comprehensive $1.5 billion redevelopment program. As part of this program, we are deepening channels, expanding terminals, improving inland access, and...

Lufthansa Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Need worldwide express service and a capacity guarantee for large and heavy freight? The answer is td.X service from Lufthansa Cargo. Capacity for td.X is guaranteed for shipments up to 2 tons when booking 24 hours ahead of the Latest...

CN: North America's Railroad. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... eBusiness Solutinos -- the name says it all. CN's eBusiness Solutions are designed to provide you with solutions to the challenges you face. To give you real-time information when and where you want it -- in an easy-to-use format. You'll enjoy...

Roadway. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Roadway's private Web site, my.roadway.com, is an essential component of the Company's e-commerce strategy -- to combine the use, flexibility and speed of the Internet with the power of Roadway's information systems. My.roadway.com...

COSCO. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... 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, fiat racks, open tops, high cubes and other specialized equipment. COSCO...

Lufthansa Cargo. (Corporate Profiles).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... 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 open 2 tons when hooking 24 hours ahead of the Latest Acceptance Time....

WorldAtOnce.com. (Corporate Profiles).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Until now, there was no way to perform an international online company search without jumping from one country directory to another, each with its own content quality and search method. Introducing WorldAtOnce. WorldAtOnce.com is the world's...

2002 Events. (Calendar of Events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... MAY 1-31:Southern California WorldTrade Week.A month-long series of events at various locations in Southern California. CONTACT: Moises Cisneros (213) 580-7569. E-mail: cmoises@lachamber.org. (www.worldtradeweek.com). 5-7:CNS...