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October 23, 2020
EMO Trans Launches New Government Vertical
EMO Trans is very pleased to announce a new business vertical centered on the U.S. government. Baltimore Branch Manager Stephen Schein says, "Since becoming the Branch Manager for the Baltimore office, one of my chief goals has been to…
READ MORE >October 20, 2020
Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Oakland Ports Report Very Positive Results
The Port of Long Beach, California has reported a 12.5% jump in September container volumes, while Los Angeles recorded its best quarter in 114 years and Oakland had its best September ever for import volume.
READ MORE >October 20, 2020
Investment Bank Bullish on U.S. Inventory Restocking
Investment bank Jefferies has issued an exceptionally bullish report on import flows. Inventory restocking should remain heavy all the way into 2021.
READ MORE >October 15, 2020
USTR Launches Investigation into Use of Illegal Timber by Vietnam
The U.S. Trade Representative is initiating an investigation of Vietnam's acts, policies, and practices related to the import and use of timber that is illegally harvested or traded. The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) seeks comments regarding…
READ MORE >October 15, 2020
Transportation Secretary Announces Grants for U.S. Ports
The U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the award of more than $220 million in discretionary grant funding to improve port facilities in 16 states and territories through the Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Port Infrastructure Development Program…
READ MORE >October 14, 2020
EMO Trans Featured on Supply Chain Now
Charleston Branch Manager Silvia Judy was recently interviewed by Supply Chain Now, where she shared her insights and experiences on the supply chain industry and what makes it a fascinating place to be.
READ MORE >October 4, 2020
EMO China on Holiday October 1-8
We wish our colleagues and friends in China a wonderful holiday as they celebrate China National Day and Mid-Autumn Day. Please note that all of our EMO Trans China offices are closed for the holiday from October 1-8. They will…
READ MORE >September 15, 2020
Importers Can Petition for Section 301 Tariffs Paid on List 3 and List 4A Goods by September 18
A recently filed lawsuit could result in refunds of all Section 301 tariffs levied to date on List 3 and List 4A goods from China, regardless of whether or not a timely protest was filed. However, importers must file their own…
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