Category: News

Equador signs trade agreement with EU

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Surtax S.A., The Coop agent in Quito and Guayaquil, wants to share with the rest of the network the newly signed trade agreement between Ecuador and the European Union

This agreement is a milestone in the relations between Ecuador and the EU as it will open up markets on both sides and increase stability for traders and investors.

Soon both parties will start benefiting from:
✓ Easier access of Ecuadorian products to Europe
✓ Increasing exports of shrimp, fish, banana, cocoa, flowers and other products
✓ Tax reduction of imported products from Europe
✓ Incentives for investments of both parties

According to EU sources, EU exporters will save at least EUR106 million in tariffs annually, and Ecuadorian exports will save up to EUR248 million in removed duties.

For any shipments to/from Ecuador, please contact Surtax S.A.

 

BGI Worldwide Logistics: 18 candles on the Anniversary cake

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We would like to congratulate BGI Worldwide Logistics, a COOP member in Los Angeles, CA (USA), as they celebrate their 18th anniversary this month

Founded in February 1999 as a two-person operation, the company has grown to more than 30 employees with operations in various locations throughout the USA. Still in growth mode, BGI recently opened a new branch office in Houston, Texas and added in-house Customs Brokerage to its menu of services in order to better serve its import clients.

Gabriel Shweiri, BGI co-founder and CEO, stated, “We are proud to have reached this milestone in our ongoing history. We have had 18 years of hard work and growth and we are thankful for our experienced staff, customers, repeat clients, suppliers, and colleagues for their part in our successful business operations. BGI is committed to providing clients with an unparalleled freight transportation and logistics experience.” 

BGI is a full-service logistics company that provides ocean and air import and export, and domestic less-than-truckload (LTL), full truckload, and rail. Their specialty: delivering unique solutions to complex shipping problems.

Get in touch with the team to find out more about BGI Worldwide Logistics

 

TheCoop@bgiworldwide.com

 

BGI Worldwide new addition to the team

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BGI Worldwide Logistics (A member of the COOP in Los Angeles, California) has recently signed the Licensed Customs Broker, Giselle Rodriguez. With the addition of Mrs. Rodriguez as an in-house customs broker, the company has increased their transportation capabilities. Mrs. Rodriguez has worked in the industry for over 10 years and has successfully facilitated numerous import supply chain transactions.

Gabriel Shweiri, BGI co-founder and CEO stated “We are committed to providing the best import/export experiences for our international clients. We believe that adding a licensed customs broker to our services portfolio delivers an exceptional import logistics capability for our new and existing clients.”. 

The new addition to the team has been made in response to the complex import customs clearance process into the United States; which is made far less frustrating and often less expensive by using professional customs brokerage services (which Mrs Rodriguez can provide).

BGI Worldwide Logistics, Inc. was established in 1999 and offers on-demand transportation for domestic and international third-party logistics services to commercial customers. They specialize in delivering unique answers to complex shipping problems.

We invite all members with shipments to or from Los Angeles, to get in touch with the BGI Worldwide Logistics a team.

 

TheCoop@bgiworldwide.com

 

A tricky shipment

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Shine Logistics (A member of the COOP in Seoul, South Korea) have recently arranged a tricky four piece break bulk shipment from Busan, Korea to Laem Chabang, Thailand. The loads were oversized and the total weight was 141 ton (33 ~ 44 ton per piece). The shipment was completed with a combination of a 4EA Break Bulk, 3EA 40 Flat Rack and a 5EA 40 High Cube.

Part of the reason that the shipment was trickier than some shipments, was a problem that arose with the port facilities. However, the problem was solved efficiently with carrier and the shipment continued safely.

The consignee for the shipment was the multinational Corporation Electrolux Thailand Co., Ltd, who were pleased with the way the problems were handled and resolved by the experienced team.

We invite all members with shipments to or from Seoul, to get in touch with the Shine Logistics Co. Ltd team

Rare Porsche makes journey down under

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This month we are pleased to announce that Interport Cargo Services (a member of the COOP in Brisbane, Australia) were fortunate enough to organise the importation, Customs clearance and unpacking of a super rare and exotic 1973 Porsche 917/30 racing car on behalf of a passionate Porsche collector

 

 

The vehicle will be shown and raced at various historic race meets and car shows around Australia.

The vehicle is considered by many petrolheads, as the holy grail of racing cars with only 6 built (with three of that number never raced). The 917/30 was the most powerful sports car ever built and raced and the 12 cylinder twin-turbocharged engine could produce 1,580 bhp (1,180 kW) in qualifying.

The 917/30 dominated the Can-Am series during the 1973 season, winning all but 2 races. The 917/30 could go from 0-100 km/h in 1.9 seconds, 0-160 km/h in 3.9 seconds, 0-320 km/h in 10.9 seconds and on to a top speed of more than 420 km/h.

Due to the sensitive nature of the delivery, the team handling the load took all necessary precautions and the load arrived securely at its destination.

We invite all members with shipments to or from Brisbane to get in touch with the Brisbane based COOP member Interport Cargo Services Pty Ltd. 

www.interportcargo.com.au 

TSI GMBH, Coop Frankfurt turns 25

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TSI Internationale Spedition und Handels GmbH has a number of reasons to celebrate in the festive season

Coop Frankfurt has more than one reason for celebration. On the 2nd of December, they not only celebrated their annual Christmas Party but also the 25th anniversary of their company. 25 years back on this date, Uwe Schaedler founded TSI and was joined by Helmut Heck a few weeks later.

In the words of Christian Heck “It’s been a successful story ever since we started and we would like to continue growing together with you. The end of the year has turned out to be fabulous for our company. We are looking forward to more challenging projects in the coming year.”

A hearty congratulations to TSI Internationale Spedition und Handels GmbH on behalf of The Coop!