The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received 11 ocean transportation intermediary license applications and changes for review.
Executive Moves: Greenbrier Cos. and Coastal Cargo Co.
The Greenbrier Cos. names chief strategic officer, while Coastal Cargo Co. appoints head of Houston operation.
House to vote on 3-year extension of PTC deadline as part of stop-gap highway bill
The extension of the Dec. 31 deadline for implementation of Positive Train Control for an additional three years has been added to a three-week transportation funding measure in the House as Congress scrambles to complete long-term legislation.
Governmental Notices: October 17-23 2015
Attached is our update of governmental notices that may be of interest to the membership and trade. Among the items in this issue are links to: APHIS’ Rule addressing Imports of Fresh Peppers from Ecuador and Notices regarding Importation Authorization for Fresh Pitahaya from Israel and Requests for Comments concerning…
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Governmental Notices: October 10- 16 2015
An update of governmental notices that may be of interest to our membership and trade. Among the items in this issue are links to: CPSC’s Rule addressing the Amendment to Clarify When Component Part Testing Can be Used and Which Textile Products Have Been Determined Not to Exceed the Allowable Lead…
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Skechers Plunges on “Disappointing” Q3 Sales
Manhattan Beach, CA—Skechers USA, the footwear brand that’s been of the darlings of Wall Street, saw its sales plunge as much as 36% Thursday after reporting a disappointing third quarter in sales. Up to Thursday’s close, the stock had risen nearly 150% this year. For the three months ending Sept. 30, Skechers posted a net […]
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VF Q3 Sales, Profit Hit by Workwear Expenses, Timberland Rises
Greensboro, NC—VF Corp., owner of Timberland and denim brands, reported today that its third quarter sales and outlook were pared down due to a slowdown in oil exploration that is weighing on demand for its workwear. For the three months ended Oct. 3, VF booked a profit of $459.9 million, or $1.07 a share, down […]
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Furla Celebrates Sales Gain by Expanding Retail into USA
Milan and New York—Furla recently debuted its flagship boutique on the corner of 51st and 5th in midtown Manhattan. Coming off a successful year worldwide (see below), Furla, the Italian maker of handbags and leathergoods, has continued to expand its retail business in growing markets like Japan, Spain and now the United States. The expansion […]
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AGTA Spectrum Awards Celebrity Spokespersons Announced
Dallas—The annual AGTA Spectrum Awards, the highest honor in gemstone jewelry, will be revealed next week. But two sparkling beauties have already been announced as The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) models for the awards photo shoot: Sanaa Lathan and Alex Menses. Taking place in Los Angeles, California in November, this industry-unique event follows the […]
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UPS pilots vote to authorize strike
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has promised to support the Independent Pilots Association’s decision and stand with UPS pilots in the strike.