APL Introduces 53 Foot Ocean Containers

Event  |  exportlogisticsguide.com | Nov 2, 2007

APL is taking delivery of the first 53 foot ocean capable containers November 7th and will deploy them as a weekly service on APL’s premier South China to Los Angeles service. 53 foot containers have been in use for intermodal transportation in the U.S. but have not been strong enough for ocean

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/apl-introduces-53-foot-ocean-containers/

ISPM 15 and IPPC Guidelines

Wood packaging material made of unprocessed raw wood is a pathway for the introduction and spread of pests. Because the origin of wood packaging material is often difficult to determine, globally approved measures that significantly reduce the risk of pest spread are described.

http://www.ecoduro.com/export_guidelines.html

2008 China Warehousing Annual Conference and Exposition, September 23 - 24, 2008, Beijing, China

Event  |  www.mobilelogistics.net | Jul 19, 2008

The most influential annual warehousing event in China. Co-sponsored by by China Association of Warehouse and Storage (CAWS) and the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC).Leading warehouse and distribution professionals in China and around the globe will meet to explore new developments

http://www.mobilelogistics.net/2008/07/2008-china-warehousing-annual-conference-and-exposition-september-23-24-2008-beijing-china/

APICS 2008 International Conference & Expo

Attend APICS 2008 plant tours free of charge. This year, they’re included in your conference registration. Determine which plant tour meets your educational goals. We’ve aligned with Kansas City-area companies to complement your educational sessions and learning path.

http://www.apics.org/Education/Conference/plant_tours.htm

Print View: 1st Vietnam Supply Chain & Logistics Golf Open - Fri 31-Oct-08 8:30 AM at Tam Dao Golf

The Vietnam Supply Chain Council will host its first annual Vietnam Supply Chain & Logistics Golf Open in Tam Dao Goft & Resort, 65 km from Hanoi on Oct 31, 2008.

http://www.supplychain.cn/en/calendarevents/printview.asp?calendareventid=365

Plastic Pallets for Exports - Export Logistics Guide

ISPM-15 regulations require heat treating or fumigation of wooden pallets to prevent infestation of wood eating insects spreading from one country to another during exporting. Many companies are now offering plastic pallets at a comparable price, also some pallets are made from recycled plastic.

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/plastic-pallets-for-exports/

Ocean Shipping Containers - Export Logistics Guide

Most freight is moved in “standard containers”, a standard container is a watertight box that has double doors on one end to allow for loading and unloading. Standard containers are 8 feet wide, eight and one-half feet high and 20 or 40 feet long.

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/ocean-shipping-containers/

Bush Signs Port Security Act - Export Logistics Guide

At the October 13 signing ceremony, Bush said, “Our seaports are a gateway to commerce, a source of opportunity, and a provider of jobs.” But the ports could also be targets for terrorists, he said, and the U.S. government is “determined to protect them.” Read the press release here.

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/bush-signs-port-security-act/

Shipping Containers Tracked by Satellite

If you ever had to ask, “Where’s the beer?” you’ll be happy to know Heineken may have an answer. The Dutch beer company is trying out the use of satellite tracking to keep tabs on shipping containers of beer traveling from the Netherlands to the U.K.

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/shipping-containers-tracked-by-satellite/

Export Packing Requirements

Types of packages include cartons or fiberboard boxes, plastic containers, drums and tubing or styrofoam. If packaging in wood, please read the post on ISPM 15 requirements.

http://exportlogisticsguide.com/export-packing-requirements/