Industry Insights

New Ports in Mexico Entail Procedural Adjustments Roanoke Trade is pleased to announce an expansion of the ATA Carnet network in Mexico. Since joining the ATA Carnet system in 2011, Mexico has processed thousands of Carnets for Commercial Samples, Exhibitions and Fairs, and Professional Equipment at select ports of entry. The success of the ATA […]

Roanoke Trade and the Airforwarders Association participated in a conference call with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding the upcoming deadlines established by MAP- 21 (refer to our July 10, 2012 email communication for further MAP-21 information). In a continuing effort to keep our customers informed, please click here for a summary of […]

Starting with Importer Security Filings (ISF) due on or after July 9, 2013, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will begin to use liquidated damages as an enforcement tool for compliance. For over 3 years, CBP relied on outreach, education, and port examinations for non-compliant ISF Importers.