Archive: September 2017

September 22, 2017


Hong Kong Exports Increased 12% in August

In the first eight months of 2017, cargo volume at HKIA registered 11.1% year-on-year growth as result of a 12% growth in export volumes, according to Lloyd's Loading List. Hong Kong remains on track to maintain its position as the…

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September 19, 2017


ITA Announces Aerospace Trade Mission to Singapore

The International Trade Administration has announced an aerospace trade mission to Singapore February 5-9, 2018, according to trade law firm Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg. U.S. companies already doing business or seeking to do business in Singapore or elsewhere in the…

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September 19, 2017


Beware of Bauxite

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued new warnings about the dangers of shipping bauxite. Bauxite is a commonly-shipped source of aluminum. A newly-identified phenomenon of “dynamic separation” when there is excess moisture in the cargo could significantly affect a vessel's stability,…

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September 19, 2017


Hurricane Maria Causes San Juan-Area Port Closures

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reported that, due to the inclement weather caused by the proximity of Hurricane Maria, commercial trade operations at the San Juan Area Port have been temporarily suspended effective, September 19, 2017. Normal commercial…

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September 19, 2017


China’s Air Freight Market Booming

China’s air freight market has been at peak levels all year, reports the Loadstar. Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal (PACTL) continued a record-breaking year in August, reporting 13.9% year-on-year growth.

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September 18, 2017


EU Seeks FTAs with Australia and New Zealand

The European Commission rolled out a proposal last Thursday to start free trade talks with Australia and New Zealand. The proposal is part of an effort by the bloc to strengthen its global trading position and leadership.

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