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TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 3
One of Portocargo’s main goals is to always be one step ahead when it comes to logistics and transportation events. And an effective way to achieve this goal is to consider some of the major industry events happening around the world. Keep reading and check out our super list on this matter, so you can select the events that best fit your interests!
Did you miss the first part of this super list? Click below to find out everything you need to know:
➡ TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 1
➡ TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 2
#21 – MRO Asia-Pacific
Aviation Week Network hosts the largest series of MRO Asia-Pacific conferences and exhibitions. They are designed to complement our content, data/analytics, and digital tools and provide a unique environment for delivering the most timely and accurate intelligence available combined with interactive sessions and solutions.
When: 22 – 24 Sep 2020
Where: Singapore Expo, Singapore
#22 – Florida RV SuperShow
The Florida RV SuperShow is a must-see show for RV enthusiasts. This event revolves around the ailing Motorboats, Water Sports Boats & Boating Equipment, Water Sports Facilities, and Marinas construction & equipment Canoeing and Padding Rowing Scuba Diving Outdoor Bikes, etc. in the Marine & Boat industry.
When: 15 – 19 Jan 2020
Where: Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa, USA
#23 – Mid-America Trucking Show
The Mid-America Trucking Show is the largest annual trade show dedicated to the Heavy-Duty Trucking Industry. As the industry’s annual forum, MATS offers face-to-face interaction between industry representatives and trucking professionals.
When: 26 – 28 Mar 2020
Where: Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, USA
#24 – China Beijing International Exhibition on Buses, Trucks & Components
China Beijing International Exhibition on Buses, Trucks & Components will feature products from Automotive, Logistics & Transportation industries.
When: 18 – 20 Jun 2020
Where: New China International Exhibition Center, Beijing, China
#25 – Pacific Marine Expo
Pacific Marine Expo is the largest commercial marine trade show on the West Coast, serving commercial mariners from Alaska to California. It provides attendees with industry education on safety, management, regulatory matters, and technological advancements, plus live demos.
When: 21 – 23 Nov 2020
Where: CenturyLink Field, Seattle, USA
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#26 – Multidisciplinary Academic Conference on Transport, Tourism and Sport Science
The International Academic Conference on Transport, Logistics, Tourism, and Sport Science provides the information to the attendees relating to Transport, Tourism, Sport Science, Logistics and etc. This conference is an important international gathering of scholars, educators and Ph.D. students.
When: 05 – 06 Dec 2020
Where: CSVTS – Accommodation, renting halls, Prague, Czech Republic
#27 – International Dive Show-Paris
The International Dive Show Paris is an international level diving exhibition event is a huge success and a must-attend for all marine industries and sea lovers. The diving show has become a platform where business associates can interact and mingle with customers and promote their brands and business.
When: 08 – 11 Jan 2021
Where: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris, France
#28 – Airport Show Dubai
The Airport Show Dubai is the largest annual airport exhibition in the world. Attending Airport Show is a unique opportunity to discover the latest emerging aviation trends and advanced technologies that are creating the next generation of modern airports.
When: 22 – 24 Jun 2020
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
#29 – Boot Dusseldorf
The Boot Dusseldorf is a trade fair that illustrates the presence of various yachts, boats, and accessories for all water sports activities and it provides the attendees with the opportunity to explore the areas like sailing center, motorboats, superyacht show, dive center, beach world, travel world, and much more.
When: 23 – 31 Jan 2021
Where: Messe Dusseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
#30 – Air Cargo Americas
This event showcases products like the World Trade Center Miami is a member of the World Trade Center Association which is the preeminent global trade organization promoting two-way trade.
When: 22 – 24 Jun 2021
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Do you think these events are important to improve your business? Stay tuned, as in the coming weeks we will continue to post top logistics and transportation events so you can always be one step ahead of your competition.
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ABOUT PORTOCARGO
Worldwide known as a company dedicated to designing, coordinating and implementing all services related to the International Transport of Goods by Land, Sea, and Air or Multimodal, PORTOCARGO is ultimately an organization which through its human and material resources always finds a customized solution for all types of goods to be transported to any part of the globe.
PORTOCARGO‘s mission is to be known and recognized in the domestic and foreign markets as a company capable of finding and offering the best and most efficient solutions for each transport, in an integrated and globalized way, regardless of its origin or destination.
The main purpose of PORTOCARGO is to find and present solutions according to each client’s needs, the characteristics of the goods, the necessary time and cost.
Talk to one of our specialists right now and learn how to plan the next shipments of your goods in a timely manner to safeguard the spaces required for your cargo.
Contact us and get the answer you need to “transport your business” to a destination called SUCCESS!
Source: 10times.com
TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 2
As you know, Portocargo always strives to be one step ahead when it comes to logistics and transportation events happening around the world. We keep working out our super list on this matter so you can select the events that best fit your interests. Check out!
Did you miss the first part of this super list? Click here to find out everything you need to know ➡ TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 1
#11 – Logistics & Transport Management
Logistics & Transport Management provides the opportunity to the attendees to learn how to use modern purchasing management techniques, sharpen attendees’ negotiation skills, manage inventories in a more productive manner, Improve control over warehouse and transportation operations and etc.
When: 08 – 12 Mar 2020
Where: Dubai, UAE
#12 – Logistics & Transport
Logistics & Transport is the Nordic region’s leading exhibition and conference, for the entire transport and logistics community. At this event, you’ll be able to discover the technology and infrastructure that will eliminate friction from the global supply chains of the future, besides high-quality transport & logistics are vitally important contributors to the prosperity of modern economies.
When: 03 – 04 Nov 2020
Where: The Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre, Gothenburg, Sweden
#13 – Miami International Boat Show
Miami International Boat Show provides the attendees with the opportunity to experience the boating lifestyle in a whole new way. It features on-the-water boating workshops, daily seminars, and fun ways to test the waters including paddle sports demos.
When: 13 – 17 Feb 2020
Where: FRIENDS OF Miami Marine Stadium, Key Biscayne, USA
#14 – Supply Chain Conference
The Supply Chain Conference, organized by the Ultima Media Limited, will cover areas like automotive logistics and supply chain, exploring the extreme complexity of production and service parts logistics across North America. Amid rising global and regional flows, opportunities for freight consolidation and new ways of collaborating across the industry emerged.
When: 19 – 21 Mar 2019 New Date Reminder
Where: Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, Atlanta, USA
#15 – CARAVAN SALON Dusseldorf
The CARAVAN SALON Dusseldorf is one of the largest trade fairs. Caravan Salon Dusseldorf will display products like Caravans/Trailers, motorhomes, basic vehicles, extension parts and components for caravans and motor caravans, tents, and accessories, and much more.
When: 29 Aug – 06 Sep 2020
Where: Messe Dusseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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#16 – Transport Complete Gorinchem
Transport Complete Gorinchem will showcase products like Exhibitors showcase the power of the latest transport products and share their knowledge in seminars, lectures, and conferences, etc. This is the platform that connects professionals in road transport. Both (inter) national market leaders and regional providers offer visitors a glimpse into the future by showing their latest techniques and innovations. At this 3-day networking event, you will meet your business relations and lay a foundation for new collaborations.
When: 01 – 03 Sep 2020
Where: Franklinweg 2, Gorinchem, Netherlands
#17 – Transport & Logistics Philippines
Transport & Logistics Philippines brings to the world the best of services from the logistics industry. This event is the meeting place for manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers in transportation and supply chain, gathering thousands of entrepreneurs, agents, purchasers, and end-users each year. There hasn’t been any other place in the country where one can meet an aspiring audience at one convenient location. Participating brands and companies always leave the event satisfied, for it takes care of the brand’s market needs and respects its convenience.
When: 15 – 17 Aug 2019
Where: World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay, Philippines
#18 – Thailand Industrial Fair
Thailand Industrial Fair (TIF) is the International trade exhibition for modern industrial technology, machinery, equipment, industrial supplies and services for Thailand’s and ASEAN’s manufacturing industry. It is also the dynamic platform that providing visitors the great opportunity to meet quality suppliers and discover the latest technology and modern machinery to enhance their productivity and competitive capabilities as well as to obtain special offers from leading brands and technology leaders. In addition, numerous business activities will be presented in the exhibition including business networking, conference, workshop, and business matching to create a business relationship that facilitating traders and buyers to effectively do their business together.
When: 12 – 15 Feb 2020
Where: BiTEC | Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
#19 – Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS)
CAPAS has generated tremendous responses and has become one of the leading platforms for the automotive industry in Southwest China. Moving towards its sixth edition, CAPAS continues to play a role in supporting the growing community by offering a platform for industry players to expand their business networks and exchange the latest industrial innovations.
When: 21 – 23 May 2020
Where: Century City New International Convention and Exhibition Center, Chengdu, China
#20 – MRO Asia-Pacific
MRO Asia-Pacific is the largest gathering of the aviation maintenance community in the Asia-Pacific region and brings together the most influential members of the aviation MRO industry, locally and globally, to discuss the latest issues and concerns of operators and their service providers and suppliers.
When: 22 – 24 Sep 2020
Where: Singapore Expo, Singapore
Do you think these events are important to improve your business? Stay tuned, as in the coming weeks we will continue to post top logistics and transportation events so you can always be one step ahead of your competition.
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ABOUT PORTOCARGO
Worldwide known as a company dedicated to designing, coordinating and implementing all services related to the International Transport of Goods by Land, Sea, and Air or Multimodal, PORTOCARGO is ultimately an organization which through its human and material resources always finds a customized solution for all types of goods to be transported to any part of the globe.
PORTOCARGO‘s mission is to be known and recognized in the domestic and foreign markets as a company capable of finding and offering the best and most efficient solutions for each transport, in an integrated and globalized way, regardless of its origin or destination.
The main purpose of PORTOCARGO is to find and present solutions according to each client’s needs, the characteristics of the goods, the necessary time and cost.
Talk to one of our specialists right now and learn how to plan the next shipments of your goods in a timely manner to safeguard the spaces required for your cargo.
Contact us and get the answer you need to “transport your business” to a destination called SUCCESS!
Source: 10times.com
Learn All About the Different Types of Maritime Vessels
There are many different varieties of ships and the differences are mostly based upon the type of cargo the ship transports. Knowing the different types can be really helpful since each ship is unique in itself with quite similarities in between. In this article, Portocargo will provide a brief overview of the foremost types of maritime vessels that are plying the oceans nowadays.
All about EORI Number – Economic Operator Registration and Information System
The Economic Operator Registration and Information System (EORI) intends to implement the security measures of the Regulation (EC) nr. 648/2005 of the European Parliament and Council. EORI Number is the economic operators’ identification and registration system which consists of the assignment of a unique number by the customs authority in a Member State to economic operators (businesses) or persons. Portocargo experts gathered the most important information on this topic. Check out!
TOP 100 Logistics and Transportation Events – PART 1
Since Portocargo is always seeking for key events so that your team is always up to date with the hottest trends when it comes to logistics and transportation events, we’ve selected the leading ones happening around the world. Surely you will find the one that best fits your needs. Here is the first part of our great selection. Stay tuned as this super list will be updated every month!
#01 – Automechanika Dubai
As the largest international automotive aftermarket trade show in the Middle East, Automechanika Dubai acts as the central trading link for markets that are difficult to reach connecting the wider Middle East, Africa, Asia, and key CIS countries.
When: 07-09 Jun 2020
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
#02 – China (Shenzhen) International Logistics & Transportation Fair
China (Shenzhen) International Logistics and Transportation Fair (CILF) is the leading logistics and transportation events in Asia to be held in Shenzhen China for logistics service, SCM, port and shipping, transport, express, e-commerce, IT solutions, mobility, air cargo, material handling and beyond.
When: 10-12 Oct 2019
Where: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, Shenzhen, China
#03 – Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo
AAPEX brings you new-to-market products, hands-on training on the latest technology, and focused events to connect with your peers in the industry, whether you’re servicing vehicles or selling parts to those who do.
When: 05-07 Nov 2019
Where: Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, USA
#04 – China (Shenzhen) International Internet & E-commerce Expo
China (Shenzhen) International Internet & E-commerce Expo proudly establishes itself as a front runner in the franchising and retailing industries as well as internet & startups, logistics and transportation industries.
When: 10-12 Oct 2019
Where: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, Shenzhen, China
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#05 – Marine Equipment Trade Show | Logistics and Transportation Events
Marine Equipment Trade Show is the world’s largest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials, and systems. We are the only truly international B2B exhibition for the marine leisure industry and have served as a platform for innovation, market developments, and networking.
When: 19-21 Nov 2019
Where: RAI Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
#06 – European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition | Logistics and Transportation Events
The European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) is a premier event and the annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. The exhibition brings together business leaders, government officials, manufacturers, flight department personnel, avionics firms, fractional providers, charter/lease companies and all manner of people involved in nearly every aspect of business aviation.
When: 26-28 May 2020
Where: Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland
#07 – CeMAT ASIA | Logistics and Transportation Events
At CeMAT Asia exhibitors and visitors are meeting which are interested in the issues of logistics, automation and transportation systems. It’s considered one of the most important logistics and transportation events in Asia.
When: 23-26 Oct 2019
Where: Shanghai New International Expo Centre(SNIEC), Shanghai, China
#08 – PACK EXPO Las Vegas | Logistics and Transportation Events
The PACK EXPO brand represents a quality trade show experience that focuses on processing and packaging innovation while bringing together a wide range of industries.
When: 27-29 Sep 2021
Where: Las Vegas, USA
#09 – Intermodal South America | Logistics and Transportation Events
In case you’re looking for logistics and transportation events in South America, Intermodal South America will showcase products like the presence of logistics solutions and services, transport services and products, trade services and products and allied products and services.
When: 17-19 Mar 2020
Where: Sao Paulo Expo, São Paulo, Brazil
#10 – Cargo Logistics Canada Expo & Conference | Logistics and Transportation Events
Cargo Logistics Canada Expo & Conference aims to connect freight owners with freight movers fostering multimodal synergy between diverse stakeholders in import, export and domestic supply chains.
When: 04-06 Feb 2020
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East, Vancouver, Canada
Do you think these events are important to improve your business? Stay tuned, as in the coming weeks we will continue to post top logistics and transportation events so you can always be one step ahead of your competition.
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ABOUT PORTOCARGO
Worldwide known as a company dedicated to designing, coordinating and implementing all services related to the International Transport of Goods by Land, Sea, and Air or Multimodal, PORTOCARGO is ultimately an organization which through its human and material resources always finds a customized solution for all types of goods to be transported to any part of the globe.
PORTOCARGO‘s mission is to be known and recognized in the domestic and foreign markets as a company capable of finding and offering the best and most efficient solutions for each transport, in an integrated and globalized way, regardless of its origin or destination.
The main purpose of PORTOCARGO is to find and present solutions according to each client’s needs, the characteristics of the goods, the necessary time and cost.
Talk to one of our specialists right now and learn how to plan the next shipments of your goods in a timely manner to safeguard the spaces required for your cargo.
Contact us and get the answer you need to “transport your business” to a destination called SUCCESS!
Source: 10times.com
13 Curious Facts About the Shipping Industry – INFOGRAPHIC
Did you know shipping and ocean freight is one of the oldest industries in the world? Check this super useful infographic with other curious facts about the shipping industry.
European Commission Investigates 50 Chinese Ceramic Companies
New initiative coordinated by the European Commission initiates an investigation of 50 Chinese ceramic companies for promoting unfair competition under European Union (EU) anti-dumping rules on exports of ceramic products such as tableware and kitchenware.
The European Commission has decided, on its own initiative, to investigate the possible circumvention of the anti-dumping measures imposed on imports of ceramic tableware and kitchenware originating in the People’s Republic of China and to make such imports subject to registration.
According to information published in the Official Journal of the EU, the Commission has at its disposal enough evidence that there is a reorganization of patterns and channels of sales of the product concerned. The document further states that the Customs authorities shall take the appropriate steps to register such imports.
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Also under this Regulation, it concerns products from Chinese companies, such as “tableware and kitchenware, excluding ceramic condiment or spice mills and their ceramic grinding parts, ceramic coffee mills, ceramic knife sharpeners, ceramic sharpeners, ceramic kitchen tools to be used for cutting, grinding, grating, slicing, scraping and peeling, and cordierite ceramic pizza-stones of a kind used for baking pizza or bread”.
Portugal is one of the countries affected by these alleged practices of unfair competition as it is one of the Member States of the EU that receives this type of products, along with Germany, Italy, Poland, and Romania.
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2019/464: click here to read the full version of the Regulation.
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Source: Diário de Notícias
European Commission Initiates Anti-Dumping Proceeding on Imports from China
A coordinated investigation by the European Commission initiates anti-dumping proceedings on imports from China after finding that Chinese companies are placing their products on the EU market in the form of dumping.
Based on the conclusions of the investigation coordinated by the European Commission, the European institution has decided to impose definitive anti-dumping safeguard measures on imports of steel sheet from China, according to information recently released in the Official Announcement.
The Commission’s investigation concluded, among other things, that Chinese steel sheet companies were introducing their products into the European Union market, showing dumping margins between 120% and 127%.
READ ALSO: EU Imposes Definitive Safeguard Measures on Steel Imports Starting February
According to the official information issued by the European Commission, “this unfair competition is causing significant loss to EU producers. Most injury indicators show a negative trend, particularly in terms of profitability and return on investment.”
CHECK BELOW OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE MATTER
Notice of initiation of an anti-dumping proceeding concerning imports of steel road wheels originating in the People’s Republic of China
The European Commission has received a complaint pursuant to Article 5 of Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2016 on protection against dumped imports from countries not members of the European Union, alleging that imports of steel road wheels, originating in the People’s Republic of China, are being dumped and are thereby causing injury to the Union industry. [read more]
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2019/261
Amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/140 imposing a definitive anti-dumping duty and collecting definitively the provisional duty imposed on imports of certain cast-iron articles originating in the People’s Republic of China and terminating the investigation on imports of certain cast-iron articles originating in India. [read more]
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2019/297
Imposing a definitive anti-dumping duty on imports of chamois leather originating in the People’s Republic of China following an expiry review pursuant to Article 11(2) of Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 of the European Parliament and of the Council. [read more]
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2019/262
Amending Council Implementing Regulation (EU) No 430/2013 imposing a definitive anti-dumping duty and collecting definitively the provisional duty imposed on imports of threaded tube or pipe cast fittings, of malleable cast iron, originating in the People’s Republic of China and Thailand and terminating the proceeding with regard to Indonesia. [read more]
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Source: O Jornal Económico
EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement Enters into Force
The EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement enters into force on February 1st. Businesses and consumers across Europe and Japan can now take advantage of the largest open trading zone in the world.
According to the President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker, by adopting the series of measures resulting from the partnership between two of the main worldwide leading economic power, Europe and Japan are sending a message to the world about the future of open and fair trade. “We are opening a new marketplace home to 635 million people and almost a third of the world’s GDP, bringing the people of Europe and Japan closer together than ever before”, supports Juncker.
This is the EU’s largest bilateral trade agreement to date. The agreement establishes a free trade area with a combined market of over 600 million consumers.
Video credit: EuroNews
In fact, the new agreement will give consumers greater choice and cheaper prices, protecting great European products commercialized in Japan and vice-versa, such as the Austrian Tiroler Speck or Kobe Beef, for example.
Besides, the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement shows that trade is more than quotas and tariffs. “It’s about values, principles, and fairness, making sure that our principles in areas such as labor, safety, climate, and consumer protection are the global gold standard”, stated the President of the European Commission.
This Agreement, which was signed in July last year together with the Economic Partnership Agreement, is the first-ever bilateral framework agreement between the EU and Japan and strengthens the overall partnership by providing an overarching framework for enhanced political and sectoral cooperation and joint actions on issues of common interest, including on regional and global challenges. The Agreement will enter into force once it has been ratified by all EU Member States.
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The Key Parts of the Economic Partnership Agreement
With regards to agricultural exports from the EU, this agreement will:
- Scrap Japanese duties on many kinds of cheese such as Gouda and Cheddar (which currently are at 29.8%) as well as on wine exports (currently at 15% on average);
- Allow the EU to increase its beef exports to Japan substantially, while on pork there will be duty-free trade in processed meat and almost duty-free trade for fresh meat;
- Ensure the protection in Japan of more than 200 high-quality European agricultural products, so-called Geographical Indications (GIs) and the protection of a selection of Japanese GIs in the EU.
The agreement also secures the opening of services markets financial services, e-commerce, telecommunications, and transport. It furthermore:
- Facilitates to EU companies access to the procurement markets of 54 large Japanese cities, and removes obstacles to procurement in the economically important railway sector at a national level;
- Addresses specific sensitivities in the EU, for instance in the automotive sector, with transition periods of up to 7 years before customs duties are eliminated.
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The agreement also includes a comprehensive chapter on trade and sustainable development, and also specific elements to simplify for small and medium-sized businesses. Moreover, it sets very high standards of labor, safety, environmental and consumer protection, strengthening EU-Japan’s commitments on sustainable development and climate change and fully safeguards public services.
Next Steps
The EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement is now in force. To take stock of the initial months of implementation, the first EU-Japan committee meeting will be convened in April this year. On the parallel issue of investment protection, negotiations with Japan continue standards and investment protection dispute resolution, with a meeting of Chief Negotiators scheduled for March.
According to the press release recently issued by the European Commission, “the commitment on both sides is to reach convergence in the investment protection negotiations as soon as possible”, acknowledging their shared commitment to a stable and safe investment environment to both parts.
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Source: European Commission
EU Imposes Definitive Safeguard Measures on Steel Imports Starting February
The measures on steel imports will affect 26 steel products, consisting of the application of tariffs of 25% for imports that exceed predetermined quotas.
The European Commission, the European Union’s executive committee, recently confirmed that it will impose definitive safeguard measures on steel imports effective from February 2nd. The initiative, which was announced in mid-January, replaces provisional measures that had been in effect since July of last year.
In March 2018, the Commission launched an investigation as part of the EU’s response to the US government’s decision to impose tariffs on steel imports. According to the Commission, the investigation concluded that EU steel imports are showing a strong expansion, which “seriously threatens” the bloc’s steelmakers, “which are still in a fragile position due to persistent overcapacity in the global steel market and a number of unfair commercial practices of certain trading partners”.
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The measures affect 26 steel products and consist of the application of tariffs of 25% for imports exceeding predetermined quotas. This system is similar to the provisional measures currently in force, presenting some important changes that minimize trade disruption and preserve traditional trade agreements in terms of quantities and origins. For instance, the major supplier countries will benefit from individual quotas based on their own import history.
Valid for up to three years, these measures may be revised if “circumstances change”. The Commission also decided to suspend the prior surveillance mechanism for the same products covered by the measures, as long as they apply.
CONTEXT
The Commission imposed provisional safeguard measures on steel imports in July 2018 as part of the three-pronged response defined by the European Commission in 2018. As a result of the import duties applied by the United States from 23 March 2018 under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, of 1962, the export of steel to the United States became less attractive. There are already indications that, as a result, steel suppliers diverted some of their exports from the US to the EU.
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Source: European Commission
BREXIT: Consequences on the Import and Export of Goods
Keep up-to-date on the main consequences in the import and export of goods regarding the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union.
In case the exodus of the United Kingdom from the European Union is confirmed, more so if a “Hard Brexit” scenario comes to pass, there will be direct implications on systematic trade with third-party countries. Local and national operators should be extremely prepared for this situation as it becomes more likely to happen. When it comes to the preferential origin of goods, the moment when the UK is to be considered a third-party country as well, the practical consequences shall convey to the following aspects:
Brexit is the name given to the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union. It’s a combination of ‘Britain’ and ‘exit’.
1. WHEN EXPORTING
When exporting local products to third-party countries which have concluded preferential trade agreements with the European Union, it shall be necessary to reassess compliance with the applicable rule of origin under the Protocol of Origin of the Agreement, taking into account that raw materials originating from the United Kingdom which are incorporated into the final product to be exported and are treated as non-originating materials, will consider materials from a third party country — which mean that a product who was considered as originating from the EU would lose their status in the future.
This will also have a bearing on the control of proofs of origin requested by the customs authorities of the importing country which may question whether products declared to be of local preferential origin continue to comply with the rules of origin applicable after Brexit. The same applies to supplier declarations for products of local preferential origin issued by local operators in order to ensure traceability on the Community stage of both the traceable manufacturing processes.
This means that, under a international trade agreement concluded with the partner countries, local exporters wishing to claim preferential treatment for their goods should ensure that United Kingdom materials used in the manufacture of such products are identified and treated as originating in the determination of the preferential origin of the products in question and which, in the case of subsequent verification, are able to prove the local preferential origin of their products by showing that the inputs of the United Kingdom have not been taken in to account for local imports.
READ ALSO: EU Imposes Definitive Safeguard Measures on Steel Imports Starting February
2. WHEN IMPORTING
When importing products from preferential countries into the European Union, local importers should also guarantee that the exporter in the partner country ensures that the declared preferential origin has not been obtained by bilateral cumulation with products of local origin which may include the United Kingdom, as these are now considered to be third party country materials, which are not subject to such bilateral cumulation.
Furthermore, in the case of subsequent verification, exporters from third-party countries may also have to prove, by applying bilateral cumulation for the purchase of origin for their products, the Community preferential origin of the EU materials used in the manufacture. In this context, EU importers should ensure that the third party country exporter is in a position to prove the local preferential origin of the imported product that they used in manufacture, being aware that UK material will be excluded from the process after Brexit.
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Portocargo-Refresh of Identity
With almost three decades to mark the presence on the market, the Portocargo makes a "refresh" on your identity, featuring a new image. Is a reflection of our commitment to follow the paradigms of constant change and evolution of market requirements. Through something simple and straightforward, the expressive nature is elevated to the level of the requirements of our customers.
We are a national company, with Global skills that allow us to create individualized and specialized responses depending on the needs of each client.
We develop logistics activities, inserted in international trade, in function of the origins and/or destinations of goods. Build and manage internal and international processes in order to provide Global Solutions from the manufacturer to the consumer. We select the best local partners and together, we ensure that the logistics chain will result in Success, allowing the Customer/Partner a full dedication to your business.
More than a noun or an adjective, our imperative is an action and a verb: "GO". Directs and reinforces the future through the dynamism of special needs focused on each load. All focuses on a set of harmonies between the rational side that the procedures require, and the emotional stuff that boils down to the satisfaction that only a leader can ensure.