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International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements on March 8th of every year. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women's achievements and rally for women's equality. 

BTX Global Logistics has always prided itself on being a good corporate citizen and giving back to local communities through the "BTX Cares" program is a core mission of the Company.

Global Ocean diversions and delays in the Suez and Panama Canals have disrupted container traffic and service globally. As a result, rates to the U.S. East Coast specifically have spiked. Below is an overview of the events that have created this situation and possible solutions to help best solve your logistics needs.

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week takes place every year during the second week of September. This year, the week-long celebration runs from September 10th through the 16th. BTX Global Logistics would like to recognize and honor the unsung heroes who ensure the timely movement of essential goods across the nation and keep our economy moving.

National Aviation Day has been celebrated every year on August 19th since its establishment in 1939 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This date was chosen to commemorate the birthday of Orville Wright and to celebrate all things pertaining to aerospace and aviation.

The pandemic reminded us of the power of human connections, and that networking experiences matter. Trade shows provide a unique opportunity for businesses to establish personal connections, build trust, and engage with potential customers.The Trade Show Industry has shown a steady comeback since the easing of Covid-19 restrictions early in 2022.

Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May each year and serves as a time to remember and honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the military. As a global freight forwarder, BTX Global Logistics would like to honor those who have served our country while bringing awareness to this holiday weekend's impact on shipping and logistics.

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) was founded in 1998 by the American Trucking Association (ATA) to honor the hard work of the men and women that deliver the goods that keep America moving on a daily basis. This year, NTDAW takes place from September 11-17, 2022. 

Every year, BTX Global Logistics commemorates National Aviation Day on August 19th. This important date was originally established in 1939 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to celebrate our nation’s aviation achievements and honor the birthdate of flight pioneer Orville Wright. As an industry leading freight forwarder, BTX recognizes the integral role, aviation and aerospace play in global logistics.