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Current Instability in Venezuela: Impact on Relocation
Posted By Gina Krasnavage
Due to the current political instability and almost daily protests, several challenges are being faced by employees moving into and out of Venezuela. Although there have been issues for years, the situation has escalated over the past several months.
New Shipping Alliances Set Sail: What You Need to Know
Posted By Lisa Reid
On 1 April 2017, the ocean freight industry’s major shipping companies officially reorganised into three alliances – Ocean Alliance, THE Alliance and 2M. Combined, these three alliances are estimated to represent over 77% of global container capacity and may impact organisations’ relocation…
Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) Are Coming: Impact on U.S. Relocation
Posted By Pat DeDonato
A new rule is being put into place for truck drivers to require the use of electronic logging devices (ELD) to monitor hours of service. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations are designed to keep fatigued drivers off the roadways, and create a safer work environment for…
Large International Shipping Company Files For Bankruptcy: Impact on Relocation
Posted By Pat DeDonato
Hanjin Shipping, a large international shipping company based in South Korea, filed for bankruptcy in August. Industry analysts estimate 80-90 Hanjin ships are currently at sea, with over 500,000 containers, and over US$14 billion in merchandise.