Events

On February 5, 2014, the USFDA published proposed regulations under the Sanitary Food Transportation Act of 2005 and Food Modernization Act of 2011. They are expected to be effective in the Spring of 2016. These regulations represent significant and substantial change for sanitary food transportation practices as well as the requirements for shippers and receivers, and carriers by motor vehicle and rail. This webinar will explore USFDA regulations and how they impact shippers, receivers and carriers by motor transport and rail. Key issues related to insurance will be addressed as well. Now is the time to begin making preparations to comply so make plans […]

As an intermediary, forwarders and brokers face liability from all sides. Changes in how carriers and shippers do business are creating new exposures, including ones that you may not have considered. This webinar, presented by Rick Bridges, Vice President of Roanoke Trade, will discuss the areas in which carriers, shippers and third parties are creating new exposures and the steps you can take to proactively protect your company. This essential webinar has been approved for 1 CCS/CES credit. This webinar will take place on Tuesday, June 23rd from 1:00PM – 2:00PM ET. Cost is $50 for members, $75 for non-members.   […]

Roanoke’s own Glenn Patton, Regional Vice President – Los Angeles, will be speaking at the BAFT 2015 West Coast Global Trade Finance Workshop in an important presentation titled “Cargo Insurance: Insurance Policies and Surety Bonds in International Trade”. Glenn’s session will cover an overview of cargo insurance, liability insurance for the carrier and customs, forwarder and carrier bonds. The workshop will be held from July 30-31, 2015 at the Wells Fargo in Los Angeles.

Force majeure is a term rarely used, often overlooked and almost never clearly understood by shippers until it is declared. Unfortunately, at that point it is too late to take appropriate steps to avoid additional expenses or mitigate risks. Please join us as our speaker, Jason Odgers, Vice President – Client Development of Roanoke Trade, discusses these important topics. This essential webinar has been approved for 1 CCS/CES Credit. The webinar will take place on Thursday, June 11th from 1:00PM to 2:00PM ET. Cost is $50 for members, $75 for non-members. This webinar will focus on: Force majeure – what it […]

Amanda Barlow, Vice President of ATA Carnet, will be presenting ATA Carnets in Action!, a practical perspective on using and obtaining an ATA Carnet. The presentation will cover how to correctly obtain customs clearance, how to go about fixing customs errors and the best practices to avoid claims. Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Registration: 8:30am Seminar: 9:00am – 11:00am Cost: Member: $60 Non-member: $90 Partner: $70 Onsite: add $10 Credits: 2 CCS credits will be provided from the NCBFAA to those attending. Location: Holiday Inn, 19800 S. Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90502

Every supply chain contains elements of risk due to cargo loss, whether it be theft, damage in transit, mysterious disappearance, strikes, delays or natural disasters. In every supply chain, a risk management strategy must be ready. This webinar will discuss some of the ways to proactively reduce cargo loss, respond quickly to loss events and maximize subrogation potential. The presentation will provide guidance for traffic and logistics managers, C Level management, attorneys, freight forwarders and sales staff. The webinar will take place on 6/18/15 from 12:30-2:00 CT. Registration can be completed by clicking here. The webinar will be moderated by Bob Leadbetter of Old […]