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HongKong, China - November 2019: Stacked shipping container on freight harbour logistics centre in Hong Kong
industry insights
The FMC seeks updated public comment on minimum information regarding demurrage and detention

In June 2022, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) took effect, and this new regulation provided the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) with some new tools to monitor shipping activity in the United States. One of the important items that impacted shippers was the process that involved the billing of Demurrage and Detention. Learn more from Michael Ford, our Vice President, Government and Industry Affairs.

BDP Trendwatch: South Africa’s exporters brace for major hit as Transnet strike gains momentum; Second strike at Liverpool to add to European port congestion, slow product delivery; Aviation sector adds to pressure on IMO with 2050 net-zero vote

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 41 of 2022.

BDP Trendwatch: WTO sees sharp slowdown in global trade, pointing to possible recession, lower inflation; Sea-Intelligence reports 50% of congestion has been resolved; Indian exporters face new tax burden as freight rates moderate

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 40 of 2022.

BDP Trendwatch: Air cargo priorities: sustainability, modernisation, safety and people; Ian hits near Fort Myers as category 4 storm; Port of New York and New Jersey becomes America's busiest box port

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 39 of 2022.

industry insights
The BIS issues updated export controls for shipments to Russia and Belarus

The Bureau of Industry Security (BIS) issued a final rule on September 15, 2022, that imposes new export controls against Russia and Belarus by adding lower-level items that could potentially be used for chemical and biological weapons production capabilities. Learn more from Michael Ford, our VP of Government and Industry Affairs.

industry insights
What is the meaning of Unreasonable Refusal to Deal (URD)?

One of the requirements of the recently issued OSRA was to try to define the meaning of Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or negotiate to vessel space accommodations. Learn more from Michael Ford, our VP of Government and Industry Affairs.

BDP Trendwatch: Suez Canal Authority to apply increased transit tolls next year; Port labor talks stall as worker disruptions grow; Boxships delay Kyushu calls ahead of Typhoon Nanmadol

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 38 of 2022.

BDP Trendwatch: U.S. railroad strike averted as tentative deal is reached; EU is assessing if US Inflation Act in breach of WTO rules; Liverpool port strike goes ahead as parties fail to reach agreement

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 37 of 2022.

BDP Trendwatch: British trade union confirms two-week strike action at Port of Liverpool container division; Revving exports to US keeps India in race to become next China; New empty container transportation center commences operations at Shanghai port

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 36 of 2022.

regulatory compliance
Importer Action Required: New United Kingdom Customs System

The UK Government will be transitioning to an updated customs processing system that uses updated software, and single-use data elements allowing improved data accuracy. The new system is in line with the Union Customs Code (UCC) rules, which aims to standardise and streamline customs procedures. Alison Bowman, Director of Customs and Compliance outlines what key steps importers need to take to ensure alignment with the updated system.