On Tuesday, the US House of Representatives signalled its support for the trade bill, effectively greenlighting the agreement’s ratification in 2020. So what does USMCA (called CUSMA in Canada and T-MEC in Mexico) mean for US importers and those who do business with them? Will…
Volatility has reigned in 2019. Businesses are feeling stretched and crunched at once, but 2020 offers opportunities. Understanding the lessons learned from the past year offer insights that can help build a more successful year ahead.
Recently, the Brexit deadline was extended for a third time, to January 31, when British Parliament was unable to agree on Boris Johnson’s latest proposed deal. But if Parliament agrees on a deal prior to that, the UK could leave the EU before the deadline. Meanwhile, calls for…
In partnership with Postmates and the Flexport.org Fund, MedShare shipped a 40’ container to Panama, ultimately reaching the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Venezuelan Red Cross (VRC). The shipment contained high-quality,…
Closing out a successful Q4 and prepping for 2020 is top of mind for many businesses. As supply chain managers focus on planning to get goods before the holidays or shipped ahead of Chinese New Year port closures, it can be a stressful time. Add to that the challenges of…
Flexport opens its first Canadian office in Vancouver, British Columbia. The recent expansion positions Flexport to provide closer access to freight and customs services for those shipping to and from Canada.
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Between the constant turmoil with tariffs, port strikes, political unrest, and lack of a true peak season, 2019 has posed huge challenges when it comes to planning and forecasting. But by taking a few simple steps, shippers can protect their cargo and their bottom lines during…