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The Panama Canal’s $5.25 billion expansion, scheduled to open in April 2016, is expected to have a major impact on the global trade and shipping industry, specifically in the way in which cargo is handled and transported throughout North America. The expansion is set to accommodate a new generation of larger cargo ships, with America’s […]
Roanoke’s own Colleen Clarke, Amanda Barlow, Joe Chillino, Sheila Skipper and Kathleen Dorman will be attending the Advanced Topics in Customs Compliance conference in Houston, Texas from February 3 – 5, 2016. The Advanced Topics in Customs Compliance conference brings together seasoned import and export professionals, attorneys, brokers and other international trade professionals in a highly […]
Roanoke will be exhibiting at the annual ICPA (International Compliance Professionals Association) Conference March 13 – 16, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The ICPA is a non-profit, global trade compliance community whose mission is to provide networking opportunities and resources to individuals involved in international trade compliance. Roanoke’s own Terry Cummings, Amanda Barlow and Patrice […]
On November 5, 2015, the Federal Maritime Commission published its Final Rule amending certain regulations concerning the licensing, financial responsibility requirements, and general duties of Ocean Transportation Intermediaries. The Final Rule discusses the changes to be made to 46 CFR Part 515 and the public comments submitted during the rulemaking process. Roanoke encourages each licensed OTI […]
We would like to take this time to extend our gratitude to those that have served our country to maintain our freedoms. This Veteran’s Day, we honor the brave men and women that have dedicated their lives to protecting ours. With profound gratitude we thank you, Veterans and your families, for your selfless service and sacrifice. […]
Roanoke Trade will be attending the Northern Border Customs Brokers Association (NBCBA) 2016 Annual Meeting taking place on February 8-10, 2016 in Cape Coral, Florida. The main objectives of the NBCBA are to promote the common business interests of the brokerage community doing business along the northern U.S. Border, to encourage and maintain professionalism within our […]