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07/09/2004
1. Theft, smuggling and terrorism
07/09/2004
How much does cargo crime really cost? Globally, the value of stolen cargoes runs into hundreds of billions of dollars each year. The FBI estimates this figure for the US alone at over USD 18 billion each year. Others think that this is a gross underestimate and that cost could be as much as 45 billion dollars. Whatever the figure, it is a truly staggering sum.
19/08/2004
1. Young International Freight Forwarder of the Year
19/08/2004
The Frans Maas case reported above highlights the need for an effective review of your security systems.
19/08/2004
Is a forwarder liable for thefts from its warehouse committed by an employee?
01/08/2004
In TT Talk No 46 we asked you to contribute ideas that might increase awareness of, and compliance with, the international regulations for the carriage of dangerous goods (IMDG).
This prestigious Award - sponsored by the TT Club, FIATA, and IATA - is aimed at encouraging training in forwarding and enlarging the professional experience of the candidates. The winner of the 2004 award is Ms Anita van Kooten (27), from the Netherlands.
The TT Club, the transport insurance mutual, has appointed Andrew Webster as Director of Loss Prevention with effect from 1st July 2004 to succeed Club veteran John Nicholls, who has retired.
04/07/2004
1. Check hazards on-line!
04/07/2004
1. Readers' input on hazmat
2. Shipments of eletronic scrap
3. Counterfeit goods
4. Freight forwarders on the critical list
5. ISPS
The TT Club is drawing attention to the significant reductions in damage liability during restowing operations afforded by the package limitations under the US Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (US COGSA).
03/06/2004
1. European Union states adopt the Montreal Convention