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The Issues And Solutions Of Container Exams At The Port Of Vancouver
Jan Brock

Importers like you are frustrated with the lengthy delays and subsequent costs of Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) container exams in Vancouver...

November 9, 2017
Perishables Shipping | 12 Questions Every Shipper Must Ask
Gloria Terhaar

Seldom do shippers or product owners know or understand the terminologies or intricacies of perishables shipping to ensure safe, and seamless passage …

June 7, 2017
Cost Insurance Freight CIF Incoterms ® 2010 | Use Case Scenario
PCB Group

Risk, Responsibility and Rewards - How The CIF Incoterms ® rule delivers and what it covers in greater detail: In order to better reflect modern comme …

May 15, 2017
What Is Freight Insurance And What Do Your Freight Insurance Rates Cover?
PCB Group

Your freight insurance rates protect you as an importer against potential losses to the shipment during transit and carriers for potential loss of a c …

April 7, 2017
Check Out Our Vehicle Shipping Services
PCB Group

With the right logistics partner, you can make shipping your next vehicle a smooth process. With over 10 years of industry experience, we can ship most types of vehicles worldwide. Whether you are moving your personal vehicle overseas or buying vehicles for resale, our comprehensive vehicle shipping services can be customized to your needs.

February 17, 2017
Attention Freight Forwarders: eManifest Penalties In Effect
Gloria Terhaar

Penalties now apply to non-compliance of eManifest for Freight Forwarders July is fast approaching for eManifest Compliance requirements. By now we are …

January 20, 2017
eManifest For Freight Forwarders Effective November 7, 2016
Jan Brock

Effective November 7, 2016 Freight Forwarders will be required to Transmit ADVANCE house bill data electronically. Freight Forwarders (FF) will be responsible…

November 1, 2016
ACI eManifest And The Definition Of A Consolidated Shipment
Alexandra Haukaas

There is much confusion surrounding what is considered a consolidated and deconsolidated shipment. Considering one requires multiple Cargo Control...

October 5, 2016
The Disadvantages Of The Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Incoterm®
Taryn Hannah

Have you ever asked yourself why you choose Delivered Duty Paid (DDP Incoterms ®) for your international business? Many companies choose international terms of sale based on their company philosophy, history, costs, seller options or perceived ease of transaction. Without knowing the options beyond Incoterms DDP; a company could be losing control of their shipments and increasing their costs dramatically. The solution is to understand all Incoterms®; the responsibility involved, and to select the most advantageous term for your business strategy.

September 30, 2016
In-Bond Trailer And Container Sealing Requirements
Jan Brock

Carriers who move goods in-bond from the First Port of Arrival (FPOA) into Canada may need to seal the trailer and/or containers as required by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

September 21, 2016