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Cyclonic Storm: Tamil Nadu - UPDATE — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Dec 5, 2023

Cyclonic Storm: Tamil Nadu - UPDATE

As cyclonic storm Michaung continues to take pace delivering extremely heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, the government has declared the Tuesday 5th December will also be a public holiday. Essential services are running at a miminum.

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What is the EU Emissions Trading System? — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Dec 1, 2023

What is the EU Emissions Trading System?

Established in 2005, the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) was created as a market-based mechanism to tackle greenhouse gas emissions within the European Union. Initially targeting energy-intensive sectors such as manufacturing and power…

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Top 5 tips for importing into Canada — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Nov 9, 2023

Top 5 tips for importing into Canada

All you need to know on the rail strikes in Canada here

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Rise in road toll costs in Germany: Effective 1st December 2023 — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Nov 3, 2023

Rise in road toll costs in Germany: Effective 1st December 2023

In Germany, a new CO2 emissions tax will be implemented via an increase in road tolls that will be effective from 1st December 2023 .

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Freight tales for Halloween — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Oct 8, 2023

Freight tales for Halloween

10s of billions of dollars are spent on Halloween every year and is second only to Christmas in money generated by a holiday. So just for fun, here are some freight tales to keep your spirits up!

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Reasons Freight Is Held for Customs Clearance and What to Do About Them — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Oct 5, 2023

Reasons Freight Is Held for Customs Clearance and What to Do About Them

Customs clearance is preparing and submitting paperwork to export or import goods into or out of a country. It is a critical component of international cargo transport, especially in ocean freight . Global supply chains are also expanding,…

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REMINDER: ICS2 Europe’s Import Control System 2 for air shipments — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Sep 29, 2023

REMINDER: ICS2 Europe’s Import Control System 2 for air shipments

In 2023, the European Union (EU) Customs implemented the customs Pre-Loading and Pre-Arrival safety and security program called Import Control System 2 (ICS2).

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UPDATE: UAW Workers On Strike: Automotive News — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Sep 25, 2023

UPDATE: UAW Workers On Strike: Automotive News

A 25% increase in base wages compounded with estimated cost-of-living adjustments to over $42 an hour has been tentatively agreed to. This deal will extend until April 2028

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2023 Hi-Tech Logistics Overview — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Sep 6, 2023

2023 Hi-Tech Logistics Overview

Hi-tech logistics is crucial in transporting and delivering sensitive hi-tech goods, including medical devices, semiconductors, and data center equipment. With technological advancements and the increasing complexity of global supply…

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How to Ship Lithium Batteries by Air — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Aug 18, 2023

How to Ship Lithium Batteries by Air

Lithium-ion batteries are among the fastest-growing markets on the planet.

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Must-Have Features in Your White Glove Logistics Provider — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Aug 8, 2023

Must-Have Features in Your White Glove Logistics Provider

Choosing a reputable white glove service company in the supply chain industry is crucial when shipping expensive or fragile items. These specialist providers give a high caliber of service that goes above and beyond customary logistical…

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Canadian Port Strikes — Crane Worldwide Logistics

Aug 7, 2023

Canadian Port Strikes

If you are looking for more information about the Rail Strikes in Canada happening in August 2024, click here:

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