Monroe Port in Michigan will launch its first international container terminal compliant with the Safe Port Act in 2026, breaking a long-standing bottleneck in container transportation. The new terminal will provide convenient services for export and import businesses, promote regional economic development, and achieve efficient and cost-effective container shipping.
This paper explores the key differences between direct and indirect customs agency in international trade. It analyzes the applicable scenarios and advantages and disadvantages of each method, assisting businesses in making more informed decisions when choosing their agency model to ensure the efficiency and smoothness of import and export processes.
Qingdao Port launched the Yun Gang Tong platform, providing online services for import and export processes. Customers can handle transactions online, eliminating the need for physical visits, significantly reducing operational and time costs, and improving port operational efficiency. This represents a significant step in the construction of a smart port.
The Port of Blanca, as Argentina's largest wheat export port, has become a significant shipping hub in South America due to its advantageous geographical location and comprehensive facilities. In recent years, the port's cargo throughput has significantly increased, attracting attention from various international markets, indicating immense potential for future development.
Customs clearance fees are a crucial aspect of international trade, encompassing various costs such as import duties, taxes, and customs agent fees. Understanding these expenses helps optimize import and export operations while avoiding unnecessary costs. Additionally, duty exemption policies in different countries can facilitate the import of low-value goods.
Vancouver Port is a major commercial port on Canada's west coast, providing deep-water freight facilities and being the busiest export gateway for international trade in North America, handling 75% of its total throughput in bulk cargo. Its advantageous geographical location connects North America with Asia, promoting local economic development.
In the first half of the year, Hangzhou's airport port achieved an international cargo volume exceeding 110,000 tons, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.47%. Among this, the export cargo volume reached 97,500 tons, with cross-border e-commerce shipments accounting for over 60%, highlighting the new vitality of the region's economy.
The international freight route from Guangzhou to Harbin and then to Mexico has officially opened, operating two flights per week and expected to contribute $9.27 million in import and export value annually. The route features the addition of bonded fuel in Harbin, which saves costs while increasing transport revenues, showcasing efficient logistics services.
This article introduces the importance of the manifest for goods under bond and temporary import/export, emphasizing its role as the basis for customs supervision. It briefly outlines the relevant procedures for customs declaration and inspection of temporarily imported goods. The article suggests seeking professional customs brokerage services to improve customs clearance efficiency.
Provides a quick lookup for customs codes of major customs offices across China, assisting import/export companies, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to efficiently complete customs declarations and avoid delays and losses caused by incorrect codes. It details the codes corresponding to each customs agency, making it convenient for users to verify information.
