DHL and Amazon bring jobs to Chicago
As all of the focus this month seems geared towards the Olympics and the world’s stage, BCS is pulling back from the global outlook to focus this week on our […]
eAWB 360 training comes to Chicago
On June 16th, Cargo Network Services, the US arm of IATA, held a training session in Chicago to educate forwarders on the benefits of using e-AWB (electronic air waybills) for […]
Amazon Dives Deeper into Freight Forwarding
In an effort to reduce shipping costs globally, Amazon.com Inc. is entering the freight forwarding business. After registering with the Federal Maritime Commission to arrange ocean cargo in November 2015 […]
Logistics Mergers Add Value In Current Market
According to the Wall Street Journal, several logistics companies are looking for mergers and buyers as a slow shipping season continues. As BDP International and Pilot Freight Services are both […]
Forwarders Need Experience and Understanding
When choosing a freight forwarder, global companies are encouraged to look deeper into which intermediary will best suit their needs. One of the most crucial factors, though often overlooked, is […]
NCBFAA Annual Conference Recap (and Derby pick)
In April, Melissa and attended and exhibited at the NCBFAA’s Annual Conference in Tucson, Arizona. The NCBFAA audience is a unique one; drawing owners and top managers, many of whom […]
Forecasting: Imports to Increase Steadily in 2016
Forecasting a total rise in imports for 2016 is proving a difficult task, considering the special circumstances of 2015. The start of the year was rife with inclement weather delays […]
China’s Slowing Economy
In 2015 the Chinese economy grew just 6.9%, almost half a percent less than 2014, and has an expected growth rate of 6.3% and6% for 2016 and 2017 respectively. After […]
2016 The Year of the Monkey
Starting on February 8th, according to the Chinese calendar, we started the Year of the Fire Monkey. The Monkey is the ninth of twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac, described […]
U.S. Factory Activity Contracts in January
The Institute for Supply Management said Monday its gauge of manufacturing activity rose to 48.2 last month from 48 in December. A reading below 50 indicates the sector is contracting. […]