On: May 11, 2026 By: Kari Crane
FPPI vs. Ultimate Consignee: What’s the Difference?
Confused about FPPI vs. ultimate consignee? This guide explains each role, common export scenarios and how to avoid AES filing mistakes.
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On: May 6, 2026 By: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing: May 2026 [Video]
CAPE refund claims open for IEEPA tariff refunds, but replacement duties are already facing their own court fight. Exporters are seeing more port holds with limited explanations, while BIS seeks a major enforcement budget boost and more support for future Section 232 tariff actions—signaling a tougher, more uncertain compliance landscape for importers and exporters.
On: May 4, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Electronic vs. Paper Certificates of Origin: Why Exporters Are Making the Switch
Still using paper certificates of origin? You’re not alone—but the rest of the world is moving fast toward digital. Learn why exporters are switching to electronic certificates of origin (eCOs) to speed up processing, improve compliance, reduce errors and meet growing global documentation requirements.
On: April 27, 2026 By: Kari Crane
How Importers Can Prepare to Reclaim IEEPA Tariffs (Including New CAPE Refund Process)
CBP’s new CAPE system opens a path for IEEPA tariff refunds. See which entries qualify in Phase 1 and what importers should do now to protect refund rights.
On: April 13, 2026 By: Kari Crane
USMCA vs. T-MEC vs. CUSMA: What’s the Difference?
USMCA, T-MEC or CUSMA? Understand the differences in name, how the free trade agreement works and what’s required to qualify for preferential tariff treatment.
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On: April 10, 2026 By: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing: April 2026 [Video]
IEEPA refunds expand to include long-closed entries as CBP’s system nears launch, exporters face ongoing licensing delays with little visibility from BIS, the U.S. ramps up enforcement on “Made in America” claims, and FinCEN opens a new whistleblower channel—raising compliance pressure across trade and finance.
On: April 8, 2026 By: Kari Crane
CBM Calculator for Shipping: Calculate Volume and Freight Costs Fast
Estimating your international shipping costs? Start with our easy-to-use CBM Calculator to find out exactly how much space your cargo takes. You'll also learn the key differences between CBM, chargeable weight and volumetric weight—so you can avoid costly surprises.
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On: March 30, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Top U.S. Trading Partners by Trade Volume [2026]
Find out who the top U.S. trading partners are and what you need to know about exporting to these markets, including compliance and documentation.
![After IEEPA: What the New Tariff Landscape Means for Importers and Exporters [Webinar Recap]](https://shippingsolutionssoftware.com/hubfs/images/Newsletter/After%20IEEPA%20What%20the%20New%20Tariff%20Landscape%20Means%20for%20Importers%20and%20Exporters.webp)
On: March 25, 2026 By: Kari Crane
After IEEPA: What the New Tariff Landscape Means for Importers and Exporters [Webinar Recap]
The IEEPA tariffs were struck down—now what? In this recap of our recent webinar, we break down what changed, what didn’t and what importers should be doing now to reserve their right to collect refunds and protect against ongoing tariff risks, including the new Section 122 tariffs.
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