Panama Canal expansion impact

The $5.3 billon Panama Canal expansion project is expected to be completed early next year, slated to open in April. Adding a third set of locks will make an enormous impact. After the expansion vessels will be able to transit through the Canal, with up to 13,000 TEUs...

Export Compliance is Critical to Your Cash-Flow

by Will Batton, owner Cargo Services Inc.  Recent global events remind us all how important security measures implemented by the U.S. government and related entities truly are when it comes to global shipping and travel. Sanctions have been imposed on Russia by...

U.S. import company resources online

Since 9-11 the import landscape has been in a continuous state of flux. U.S. import company leaders must keep up with rules and regulations. The enormous responsibility of U.S. Customs and Boarder Protection has become even greater as these professionals work to keep...

Incoterms-A summary for clients import and export companies

Incoterms® are terms us professionals working in the international shipping industry and import and export companies use as part of our jargon every day. The idea of international shipping terms was conceived in 1921 with the first set of rules implemented in 1936...

Indiana’s RV Industry: Long-term import advice

Cargo Services Jefferson Clay, director of business development, is featured as today's Inside Indiana Business Perspectives professional. He shares great advice for Indiana's RV manufacturers, who are having parts produced overseas and imported to the United...