Global Trade Magazine

Efficiency is paramount in logistics and supply chain management-and accurate and timely invoicing is the glue that holds everything together. Invoices serve as a documented record of the products and services delivered, as well as the corresponding payme

Walk into almost any large fulfillment center today and the loudest thing you'll notice isn't the forklifts - it's the quiet. Fleets of low-slung robots glide between shelving units, pause to let a human associate pass, then continue on to the next pick s

Governments face a critical decision next month on whether to protect the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Net-Zero Framework or reopen a deal that took years to negotiate and risks becoming weaker with each compromise, according to Anais Rios,

Most U.S. companies doing business globally monitor enforcement actions closely. But there is a second body of public knowledge, equally rigorous, far less read, and often more useful for preventing problems before they become violations. It is the Inspec

A sweeping new regulation is set to reshape how goods are packaged, labeled, and shipped into the European Union. For many companies outside the bloc, the time to prepare is already short. Read also: How Plastic and PFAS Rules Are Redrawing Food-Packaging

When supply chains are disrupted, manufacturers tend to add suppliers, hold more inventory or bring sourcing closer to home. For certain parts, manufacturing in- house can add another layer of resilience by giving a manufacturer more control over scheduli

A first import quote can look reassuringly simple: unit price multiplied by quantity, plus freight. That total may be enough to decide whether a supplier conversation should continue, but it is not enough to decide whether the shipment will make money. La

MSC Shipmanagement, the operating company for the containership involved in the 2024 Charleston harbor incident, and the vessel's chief engineer appeared in court on August 10, 2026, where they admitted guilt and were ordered to pay fines, according to Th

U.S. officials said on Monday they are coordinating with foreign investors to pinpoint weaknesses in the American manufacturing supply chain and to assist small- and mid-sized firms in expanding output to meet growing demand amid a surge in inbound capita

In 2026, international growth is defined by risk management. Businesses face shifting trade regulations, rising operational costs, supply chain disruption, and the challenge of entering new markets while remaining competitive at home, making it more diffi