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General Electric Co said on Monday it will move production of large, gas-powered engines to Canada from Wisconsin, along with 350 jobs, to access export financing no longer available in the United States.

Current trends in reshoring/nearshoring may offer a real opportunity for U.S. businesses to lower production costs and wring more efficiency from their supply chains.

Although payment of duties is an integral part of the import/export process, there is nothing to gain from paying more duties than necessary.

A new white paper from Purolator International, "The ABC’s of HST... Understanding the Harmonized System of Tariffs," offers a detailed look at what is one of the most complicated issues when dealing with cross border trade – proper tariff classification.

Although the vast majority of U.S. exporters do not raise any national security concerns, those with products that have even a remote chance of triggering an export restriction, must be aware of U.S. regulations and any potential implications.

Whether a part is entering the U.S. as an import or leaving as an export, its transit will include at least one unavoidable international border crossing and an ensuing trip through customs.

Ask any retailer that ships regularly to Canada what its top logistics and transportation priorities are and you’ll probably hear things like “reducing transit time” or “cutting costs,” you probably won’t hear anyone say: “Choosing the right Incoterm keeps me up at night.”

As drivers, shippers and airlines continue to enjoy lower fuel prices, the oil industry is responding to much lower profits with sharp cuts in spending and employment that are hurting economic growth.

Reverse logistics can represent a significant chunk of supply chain cost, and it’s typically not very well managed, it’s time to manage reverse as an integral part of supply chain management.

There are no pre-existing oversea assembly lines that can handle the massive 84” and 55” Surface Hub's unique features, large size and weight, so they will be manufactured in Wilsonville, Oregon in the United States.

A new white paper and upcoming Webcast focuses on the customs process for sending goods into Canada - the complexity of the U.S./Canada border clearance process can surprise many people.

This white paper provides an overview of key regulations and paperwork requirements, along with information about how to minimize delays and ensure a seamless border clearance process.

A recent post on BusinessInsider.com, coined the phrase “American Industrial Renaissance,” as a way to describe the growth taking place within the U.S. manufacturing sector.

Improving supply chain visibility requires a long-term commitment with complete buy-in and understanding from all parties.

Purolator International sponsored a consumer survey to determine perceptions, trends and reservations about international online purchases, concerns about cross-border shipping, and holiday shopping habits.