TIA urges quick resolution of port labor dispute
With the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) threatening to strike at East and Gulf Coast ports, the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is calling for an urgent resolution to the labor dispute as the holiday season approaches. Also read: CH Robinson: How shippers can prepare for potential ILA strikes amid growing disruption in North American shipping landscape Anne Reinke, president and CEO of TIA, highlighted this significant risk, noting that a strike would severely disrupt supply chains, especially during the peak holiday shipping period. “With 43% of U.S. imports passing through these ports, any delays would create bottlenecks for industries ranging from retail to manufacturing,” Reinke said. TIA supports good-faith negotiations between the ILA and the United States Maritime Union (USMX) to avoid shutdowns that could impact the industry nationwide. The association also urges the Biden Administration to intervene, if necessary, to ensure that the U.S. supply chain remains intact during this critical time for businesses and consumers alike.
TFI urges swift resolution to Canada rail outages
The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) has urged an immediate resolution to Canada’s ongoing rail disruptions, warning that they will have significant and lasting impacts on the agricultural supply chain. TFI President and CEO Corey Rosenbusch highlighted the important role rail transportation plays in North America, particularly for the fertilizer and agriculture sectors, and stressed that even short disruptions can have widespread ripple effects. Also read: U.S. port and Canadian rail strikes threaten North American supply chains Rosenbusch pointed out that fertilizers, especially potash fertilizers, are essential for a good harvest and must be delivered to farmers on time. Canada is the world's largest producer of potash fertilizers and a major supplier of nitrogen fertilizers to the United States. The railway outage may affect the timely delivery of these basic agricultural inputs. TFI, along with 34 other U.S. agricultural industry associations, called on leaders of both countries to intervene and quickly resolve the issue to prevent further disruptions to cross-border supply chains.…
Trader Rights, Obligations and Dispute Resolution Guide
Understanding your rights and obligations as a trader is essential to ensuring smooth operations and compliance. This guide outlines the key rights that traders enjoy, enabling you to safeguard your business interests. In addition, we will explore the avenues available when your rights are infringed, enabling you to seek redress and maintain a fair business environment. Your rights as a trader It is recommended that you read the SARS Service Charter to fully understand your rights and obligations as a trader and taxpayer. Most of these rights and obligations can be summarised in 6 key points: Dispute Resolution with SARS When your rights as a customs agent and cross-border trader are violated, it is important to understand the dispute resolution channels available to you. Here is a breakdown of the available options: Internal Administrative Appeals This is the first step in challenging the SARS decision. You must submit your appeal in writing using the form DA 51 Within 30 days…
Ep 073 – The ANTI-New Year’s Resolution Episode
Join the ANTI-Resolution Challenge at tradeshowu.biz/challenge This is the ANTI-New Year’s Resolution Episode. Yes – ANTI-Resolutions. Don’t do it for 2021. And if you already have them, just put them aside. This episode will give you the key to making 2021 your Best Year EVER! Why no new year’s resolutions? Here’s the facts. Here’s the facts, goals and resolutions. We set every year. We just don’t meet them. We just don’t meet them. Is there anyone out there who’s nodding their heads right now? Who’s gets to the end of the year and then looks back and goes. I, I can’t even remember what the new year’s resolutions I set last new year’s. There was a study done in 2018 by the University of Scranton. It said only 8% of people see their resolutions through to the end of the year. So that means 92% of the people give up at some point. And here’s, here’s another key point by the…
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