How Shippers Can Overcome Ocean Carrier Consolidation

March 05, 2020

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.

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6 Considerations Before Shifting Your Supply Chain to Vietnam

February 15, 2020

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.

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2020 Outlook: 4 Ways the Global Economy Will Affect Shipping & Logistics

January 20, 2020

The world has adjusted to the new normal of economic policies as driven by the United States-China trade war.

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Incoterms 2020: Are You Prepared?

December 19, 2019

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.

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7 Strategies for Overcoming Tariff Uncertainties

December 11, 2019

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.

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5 Global Trade Stats to Watch

November 12, 2019

5 key global trade stats from CAF Worldwide's Quarterly Forecast

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2019 Apparel Sourcing Trends

October 01, 2019

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.

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How New Tariffs Are Affecting Supply Chains

August 28, 2019

Trump administration tariffs on billions of dollars of Chinese commodities have caused supply chains to shift elsewhere, specifically Southeast Asia, among other impacts.

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The State of Global Trade: CAF's 3rd Quarter Executive Summary

August 05, 2019

Our in-house experts lend their thoughts regarding the state of global trade including new tariffs, the global economy, and freight forwarding trends.

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How to Get Duty Drawback

July 17, 2019

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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