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The U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) phase-out of the Other Regulated Materials-D (ORM-D) classification for small quantities of hazardous materials shipped via ground ended on Dec. 31, 2020. As of January 1, 2021, shippers must mark and label packages according to the new DOT regulations for limited quantities to avoid the rejection of their packages.

Every year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts tens of thousands of commercial motor vehicle inspections during its annual International Roadcheck. This year’s CVSA International Roadcheck starts today, June 5, and ends on June 7, 2018. During this 72-hour inspection blitz, everyone should be prepared for transit delays.

BTX Global Logistics has recently signed a Global Message Gateway Agreement with Global Logistics System (HK) Company Limited (GLS). Through the connection to the GLS EzyCargo^TM platform, all BTX branch offices can exchange standard International Air Transport Association (IATA) air cargo messages and shipment data with its connecting airlines worldwide in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

It all started in 2008 when New York City’s Department of Transportation (DOT) released the agency’s “Sustainable Streets” strategic plan to reduce traffic congestion and increase street safety for pedestrians and drivers in the City’s busiest areas. Since then, NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan has been implemented phase-by-phase throughout the years. Among the City’s many initiatives are new curbside regulations and restrictions that will affect deliveries being made to designated areas in NYC beginning in 2018.

BTX Global Logistics has teamed up with Imap Global Logistics to launch an exciting new Diversity Arm, aimed at expanding business relationships across the transportation industry.

BTX Global Logistics extended their footprint this month with the launch of BTX Toronto. In crossing the border, BTX emphasizes their commitment to bringing the best freight options for customers across the globe.

As Connecticut lawmakers approved a labor agreement in which Sikorsky Aircraft promised to retain 7,500 jobs in the state — and potentially hire as many as 1,000 more workers — BTX Global Logistics in Stratford hosted a visit from Governor Dannel Malloy, as well as Stratford Mayor John Harkins and Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim. The state and local executives were keen to discuss what impact the deal might have on a company such as BTX, a local business actively engaged in the Sikorsky supply chain.

BTX Global Logistics, an award winning, full-service logistics company, can add a new—and very special—feather to its cap: it has recently been awarded a 2016 Top Workplaces honor by Hearst Media Services.

BTX Global Logistics, a domestic and international freight forwarding and logistics company, announced today they have been honored by the World Cargo Alliance ("WCA") as the recipient of the WCA's "North American Partner of the Year". News of the honor was received at the WCA’s annual awards ceremonies –recently held in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Ensure your Trade Show travels duty and tax free to over 100 countries worldwide with BTX Global Logistics and ATA Carnet

BTX Global Logistics has long provided the international customs document, ATA Carnet, for our customers in Trade Show and beyond, right across the globe. ATA Carnet allows duty and tax free temporary entry into 100 foreign countries.