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

Port equipment is nearly all made and exported from China to the United States. With an ongoing trade war, the economic consequences for U.S. ports may be severe.  Carmen Gerace, VP of Transportation, reviews.

talking trade industry insights

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, Corporate Communications Manager Erin Scott and Corporate Compliance Manager, Melissa Pinheiro examine the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill and how companies can take advantage of significant cost savings by applying for temporary cost reduction.

industry insights talking trade

In the latest episode of Talking Trade, Corporate Communications Manager Erin Scott interviews Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs on the evolution of NAFTA and what shippers and importers can expect from the USMCA.

industry insights

Same-day and next-day shipping options are increasing, and consumers’ are beginning to desire expedited shipping options with minimal delay. Through new technologies, space optimization, and supply chain auditing, there are various ways companies can adapt to this demand. Neil Wheeldon, VP of Solutions reviews in his latest blog.

industry insights

Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs examines the AMCA and how domestic producers can take advantage of potential cost savings.

industry insights

Tom Helk, Manager of Hazardous Materials/Export Compliance, reflects upon a recent experience with an online battery purchase and explores a correlation with a possible DG violation.

industry insights

Neil Wheeldon, VP of Solutions, discusses best practices for shippers when it comes to managing the navigation of evolving shipper relationships in an ever-changing world.

industry insights

BDP International reviews how dangerous goods violations are becoming increasingly expensive for those who do not follow proper protocols.

talking trade industry insights

In the first edition of our Talking Trade podcast, Corporate Communications Manager Erin Scott interviews Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs about the churning international trade wars and what potential implications this could lead to with Incoterms 2020.

industry insights

Neil Wheeldon, VP of Solutions, discusses how the uncertainty generated from Brexit, US – China trade war, Japan – South Korea trade wars, coupled with a general discontentment with a global trend towards widening income inequality is creating a toxic mix of uncertainty for international companies.