Archive for June, 2006


What is a freight forwarder?

30 June 2006

Do you need a freight forwarder to handle your exports?
A freight forwarder is an independent business that handles export shipments for compensation. At the request of the shipper, the forwarder makes the actual arrangements and provides the necessary services for expediting the shipment to its overseas destination.
Your freight forwarder performs many functions which can including [...]

Wood Packing Requirements
ISPM 15

12 June 2006

Wood packaging is recognized as a pathway for the introduction and the spread of pests. To reduce the spread of infestation International treatment guidelines have been adopted by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) in coordination with the wood packaging industry have developed two official export and [...]