PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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case study

When Belchim expanded its presence to North America in 2017, the organization was in need of expertise and guidance when it came to the intricacies involved with imports coming from Europe and the United Kingdom. Learn how BDP International manages these challenges.

Shippers hit lack of port workers and containers as lines add congestion surcharges; Felixstowe bans empties again as congestion builds and vessels 'cut and run'; 5 air cargo sustainability trends for 2021

IMO concludes draft carbon deal, in face of green lobby objections; UK should learn a lesson from 'disastrous' Australian customs switch; Air cargo demand continued to rally in September

2020 in numbers: The year of freighters and preighters; Brexit Talks Hit Stalemate After Call Between Chief Negotiators; 'We're sold out' says ONE, but we all face new hurdles in 'this incredible year'

industry insights

On October 6th, 2020, the Bureau of Industry Security (BIS) issued an important final rule if you are an exporter of controlled goods and require an export license to move your goods.

Cargo's pandemic heroics cannot prevent budget cuts at struggling airports; The world’s largest LNG-Powered Containership makes maiden call in Singapore; More post-Brexit logistics confusion as new customs IT systems are 'refined'

Asian shippers hit by double-whammy of lack of boxes and capacity squeeze; Air cargo’s COVID-19 arms race; Terminal operator and port authority clash over expansion for Vancouver

covid-19

James Haak, Director - Training, Education & Development reviews methods and strategies that leaders can deploy to keep their teams connected and engaged during COVID-19.

industry insights

On September 28, 2020 the EU commission issued a “plan of action” calling on all member states to embrace many changes that are so desperately needed in today’s new world.

EU Says It Won’t Halt Brexit Talks Despite Renewing Legal Threat; Capacity-constrained air cargo may be hit hard by peak season modal shift; Europe Invites a Trade Battle in its Fight Against Shipping Pollution