How Shippers Can Overcome Ocean Carrier Consolidation
Ocean carrier consolidation is leading to increased costs for shippers to transport goods, a burden overcome by working with a freight forwarder well versed in carrier rate negotiations, transportation audits, and tariffs, such as CAF Worldwide.
read now6 Considerations Before Shifting Your Supply Chain to Vietnam
It’s important to evaluate production logistics, costs, infrastructure, labor force capabilities, points of entry and other challenges when considering shifting your supply chain to Vietnam.
read now2020 Outlook: 4 Ways the Global Economy Will Affect Shipping & Logistics
The world has adjusted to the new normal of economic policies as driven by the United States-China trade war.
read nowIncoterms 2020: Are You Prepared?
The International Chamber of Commerce’s new Incoterms take effect Jan. 1, 2020. Here’s everything you need to know about its latest updates and how to prepare.
read now7 Strategies for Overcoming Tariff Uncertainties
Threatened tariff increases on additional Chinese goods will have long- and short-term effects on shippers. Strategies such as duty drawback, production relocation and tariff engineering can help you stay ahead of the curve.
read now2019 Apparel Sourcing Trends
New trade barriers and tariffs, a shift from China to developing markets, and greater consumer expectations regarding next-day delivery, transparency, and sustainability are among this year's apparel sourcing trends.
read nowHow New Tariffs Are Affecting Supply Chains
Trump administration tariffs on billions of dollars of Chinese commodities have caused supply chains to shift elsewhere, specifically Southeast Asia, among other impacts.
read nowThe State of Global Trade: CAF's 3rd Quarter Executive Summary
Our in-house experts lend their thoughts regarding the state of global trade including new tariffs, the global economy, and freight forwarding trends.
read nowHow to Get Duty Drawback
Exported goods originally imported, with duties paid, various forms of proof, and meeting other requirements may qualify for duty drawback by U.S. Customs.
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