PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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industry insights

In his latest article, Michael Ford reviews the pending changes from the World Customs Organization and new HS codes in 2022.

Brexit negotiators zero in on a deal as soon as next week; Capacity shortages on Asia-Europe directly due to transpacific trade boom; Why China is creating a new Asia-Pacific trade pact

Rail comes into sharp focus with the rise in the cost of seafreight; EU gives green light to trigger $4 billion tariff strike on US; Imports set new ‘peak season’ record as retailers prepare for holidays

industry insights

Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs, reviews the latest announcement from the EU regarding additional tariffs on US goods such as spirits, seafood, and certain chemicals.

case study

Welmed is a privately held manufacturer of disposable medical supplies that are critical to a multitude of health care providers and thousands of patient’s daily needs. When one of Welmed’s end customers needed faster delivery of products, Welmed turned to BDP to develop a unique warehousing solution.

Shippers hit lack of port workers and containers as lines add congestion surcharges; Felixstowe bans empties again as congestion builds and vessels 'cut and run'; 5 air cargo sustainability trends for 2021

case study

When Belchim expanded its presence to North America in 2017, the organization was in need of expertise and guidance when it came to the intricacies involved with imports coming from Europe and the United Kingdom. Learn how BDP International manages these challenges.

IMO concludes draft carbon deal, in face of green lobby objections; UK should learn a lesson from 'disastrous' Australian customs switch; Air cargo demand continued to rally in September

2020 in numbers: The year of freighters and preighters; Brexit Talks Hit Stalemate After Call Between Chief Negotiators; 'We're sold out' says ONE, but we all face new hurdles in 'this incredible year'

industry insights

On October 6th, 2020, the Bureau of Industry Security (BIS) issued an important final rule if you are an exporter of controlled goods and require an export license to move your goods.