Final EEI Ruling Published Without Change

By Glenn Patton, Managing Director, Roanoke Insurance Group Canada, Inc.   The following are several important issues regarding the insurance industry and regulatory changes that impact freight brokers and forwarders. With so many Canadian freight brokers and forwarders conducting cross-border business, U.S. regulatory changes affect the entire industry. Nuclear verdicts in liability cases in the U.S. involving motor carriers have included freight brokers. Nuclear verdicts against trucking companies in the U.S. have reached tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in the past decade or so. In their lawsuits, plaintiffs in accidents with motor carriers have named all parties involved […]

As the Olympic flame burns brightly, athletes from around the world gather to compete in a showcase of human achievement and global unity. For freight forwarders, the Olympic Games represent a unique opportunity to play a crucial role behind the scenes, ensuring that equipment and goods cross international borders seamlessly. The key to this success? The ATA Carnet—a vital tool in the freight forwarder’s toolkit that makes international shipping for temporary imports a breeze. What is an ATA Carnet? The ATA Carnet is an international customs document that provides duty and tax-free customs clearance for temporary exports into foreign countries. […]

It is with great pleasure that we announce the promotion of Danielle Kurtzer to the role of Regional Vice President of our Charleston office, effective February 1, 2024. This is a significant milestone for Danielle and all of us at Roanoke, as she brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this pivotal role. Danielle’s journey in the insurance industry is nothing short of inspiring. With over 30 years under her belt specializing in Surety Bonds, Cargo Insurance, and Property & Casualty Insurance, she has proven herself to be a formidable force in the field. Her tenure at Roanoke began […]