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Top 5 Most Fuel-Efficient Airplanes in the World

Fuel efficiency is a key concern for airlines, as fuel costs can make up a significant portion of operating expenses. Airlines are constantly seeking ways to reduce fuel consumption and increase the fuel efficiency of their fleets. LET'S TAKE A LOOK AT THE TOP 5 MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT AIRPLANES IN [...]

2024-03-12T17:29:34+00:00January 17th, 2023|Airfreight, Freight Talk, Sustainability|

Green Worldwide Shipping Welcomes Fred Ciaccio to Seattle

Green Worldwide Shipping®, a leading provider of international freight forwarding and supply chain logistics, is proud to welcome Fred Ciaccio as the Branch Manager for the greater Seattle, Portland, and Tacoma region. Fred is a second-generation freight forwarder with over 25 years of industry experience. In previous roles, he’s served [...]

2024-03-12T17:26:23+00:00January 13th, 2023|Freight Talk, Green News, Uncategorized, Updates|

USMCA Panel Rules in Favor of Mexico and Canada on Automobiles

Under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) trading partners may qualify for zero tariffs on cars and trucks if 75 to 80 percent of their component parts are manufactured in Canada, Mexico, or the United States. The USMCA, signed in 2018 to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), provides rules [...]

2024-03-12T17:24:53+00:00January 13th, 2023|Customs, Freight Talk, Import, Industry Spotlight|

FMC Denies Pollution at Ports from Per Diem Rule

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has rejected a petition from ocean carriers and terminal operators who argued that limiting the scope of the party liable for per diem charges on containers would worsen air pollution at ports by creating more congestion. However, according to the FMC, the proposed rule only [...]

2024-03-12T17:24:31+00:00January 11th, 2023|Freight Talk, Import, Shipping News|

US and Japan Launch Task Force to Promote Human Rights and Labor Standards in the Supply Chain

The United States and Japan will launch a task force to promote human rights and international labor standards in the supply chain. Signed on January 6 by United States Trade Representative's Katherine Tai and Japan's Minister for Economy, Trade, and Industry Nishimura Yasutoshi, the Memorandum of Cooperation provides the US [...]

What Is Supply Chain Sustainability and Why Is It Important?

WHAT IS SUPPLY CHAIN SUSTAINABILITY AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Sustainability is critical for improving quality of life and protecting the environment for the future. Implementing sustainable processes and objectives in a supply chain is important for upholding three key responsibilities for the long-term growth and success of a [...]

Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Changes Effective Jan. 1, 2023

The 2023 Basic Edition of the HTS, which was released by the International Trade Commission (ITC), includes changes that went into effect on January 1, 2023. The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) is a standardized system for classifying goods in international trade. It is used by Customs authorities around the world [...]

2024-03-12T17:16:31+00:00January 5th, 2023|Customs, Freight Talk, Import, Uncategorized|

Green Worldwide Shipping Welcomes Andrew Bollefer to Dallas

Green Worldwide Shipping®, a leading provider of international freight forwarding and supply chain logistics, is proud to welcome Andrew Bollefer as the new Branch Manager for the company’s expanded services in the Dallas & Ft. Worth area. Andy is a proven leader with over sixteen years of international freight forwarding [...]

2024-03-12T17:14:35+00:00January 4th, 2023|Freight Talk, Green News, Updates|
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