by vanessahuber | May 28, 2025 | News
Navigating the complexities of international shipping can be a daunting task for businesses, especially when it comes to understanding customs regulations and legal requirements. This is where the role of an Importer of Record (IOR) becomes invaluable. This article discusses the timing of when you should enlist an Importer of Record, along with the benefits of using one for your international shipping requirements.
What is an Importer of Record?
An Importer of Record is a person or entity responsible for ensuring that goods are imported in compliance with all local laws and regulations. The IOR handles all necessary documentation, pays the required duties and taxes, and ensures the shipment adheres to the country’s import policies. Essentially, the IOR acts as a legal entity that assumes responsibility for the importation process.
When do I Need an Importer of Record?
You need an Importer of Record when you’re importing goods into a country and are responsible for ensuring those goods comply with local laws and regulations. The IOR is legally responsible for filing entry documents with customs, paying duties and taxes, ensuring compliance with import regulations, and maintaining records. Most commonly, a company requires an Importer of Record when importing goods into a country where it has no legal presence, such as an office or entity.
Streamlined Customs Clearance
One of the primary benefits of using an Importer of Record is the streamlined customs clearance process. The IOR has a deep understanding of local import regulations, which helps avoid delays and potential fines. By ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete, the IOR facilitates a smoother customs process, allowing your goods to reach their destination on time.
Cost Efficiency
Partnering with an Importer of Record can lead to significant cost savings. Without an IOR, businesses risk incurring penalties for non-compliance with customs laws. The IOR’s expertise in navigating these regulations helps to prevent such costly mistakes. Additionally, the IOR can often negotiate better rates for duties and taxes, further reducing expenses.
Expertise in Compliance
Compliance with international trade laws is crucial, and an IOR provides the necessary expertise to ensure your shipments meet all relevant legal requirements. By staying updated on changes in trade policies and regulations, the IOR helps your business avoid legal pitfalls and maintain a good standing with customs authorities.
Liability Management
Another advantage of utilizing an Importer of Record is liability management. By acting as the legal importer, the IOR assumes responsibility for all import-related issues. This relieves your business of the burden of managing potential legal complications, allowing you to focus on your core operations.
Simplified International Shipping
International shipping involves numerous complexities, from understanding country-specific regulations to managing logistics. An Importer of Record simplifies this process by handling the intricacies of shipping, documentation, and compliance. This enables businesses to expand their global reach without being hindered by administrative challenges.
Logistics Plus Importer of Record Solutions
If you’re struggling to find a reliable Importer of Record, look no further. From ensuring compliance and managing liabilities to streamlining customs processes and reducing costs, Logistics Plus will help facilitate smooth and efficient international shipping. By leveraging the expertise of our team, your business can focus on growth and expansion in the global market.
Contact us today for more information. With a global network of offices in over 50 countries, the Logistics Plus IOR team possesses the local knowledge and expertise necessary to deliver comprehensive solutions.
by vanessahuber | May 23, 2025 | News
Ryan Markiewicz, Marketing Manager, and Hannah McCall, Social Media & Graphic Designer for Logistics Plus, were featured on the Business Spotlight program, produced in partnership with WPSE Money Radio. Business Spotlight is a monthly 30-minute program that airs regionally and streams globally.
In this month’s Logistics Plus segment, Ryan and Hannah discuss their backgrounds, Logistics Plus’s unique culture, various marketing tools and tactics, and the dynamic landscape of marketing in the logistics industry.
You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking below on our LP Radio channel on Spotify.
by Ryan Markiewicz | May 21, 2025 | News
The Logistics Plus Chile (aka LP Chile) team officially began operations in Santiago in May 2025. As Logistics Plus aims to strengthen and expand its global network, the new LP Chile office will offer both domestic and global logistics services.
The service offerings that LP Chile will specialize in are listed below:
- International ground transportation
- Ocean freight
- Air freight
- Project cargo management
- Warehousing and distribution
- Consolidation
- Drayage
- Customs clearance
Located in the country’s central valley, Santiago is Chile’s capital and largest city. It is also the political and financial center of Chile and is home to several regional headquarters for multinational corporations. Whether it is working as your 3PL or 4PL partner, Logistics Plus offers customized solutions to meet the needs of our clients.
Rogerio Alves (Branch Manager)
Email: rogerio.alves@logisticsplus.com
Loreto Maturana (Operations Manager, Latin America)
Email: loreto.mat@logisticsplus.com
Logistics Plus Santiago, Chile
Apoquindo Avenue, 5950 – Las Condes –
Santiago de Chile
For any requests involving our Chile office, please email chile@logisticsplus.com. We thank you for all current business and future opportunities, and we look forward to assisting you.
by Scott Frederick | May 20, 2025 | News
Logistics Plus Named Finalist for Qlik 2025 Global Transformation Award
Recognition Highlights Analytics Leadership and Business Intelligence Innovation
ERIE, PA (May 20, 2025) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, was recently named a finalist for the 2025 Qlik Global Transformation Awards in the prestigious Analytics Leadership Award category. The honor was announced during Qlik Connect®, the company’s annual data and analytics conference held last week in Orlando, Florida.
The Qlik Global Transformation Awards recognize organizations that are leveraging Qlik technologies to drive remarkable innovation, transformation, and business value through data. Finalists in the Analytics Leadership category, in particular, are celebrated for their strategic use of data analytics to shape smarter decision-making and deliver measurable impact across the enterprise.
Over the past several years, Logistics Plus has become a power user of Qlik solutions, integrating the platform into virtually every facet of its operations. From freight management and global supply chain visibility to financial analysis and customer dashboards, Qlik is a critical tool used daily by the company’s Business Intelligence (BI) team and key decision-makers.
“Logistics Plus is proud to be recognized alongside other leading organizations at the forefront of analytics excellence and transformation,” said Ryan McGregor, Director of Business Intelligence at Logistics Plus. “Our BI team works tirelessly to create meaningful dashboards and visualizations that empower our internal teams and our customers with real-time insights. Qlik has been a game-changer in helping us scale our analytics capabilities as we grow globally.”
About Qlik
Qlik converts complex data landscapes into actionable insights, driving strategic business outcomes. Serving over 40,000 global customers, our portfolio provides advanced, enterprise-grade AI/ML, data integration, and analytics. Our AI/ML tools, both practical and scalable, lead to better decisions, faster. We excel in data integration and governance, offering comprehensive solutions that work with diverse data sources. Intuitive analytics from Qlik uncover hidden patterns, empowering teams to address complex challenges and seize new opportunities. As strategic partners, our platform-agnostic technology and expertise make our customers more competitive. Visit them online at https://www.qlik.com/us.
Ryan McGregor Sound Clip
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ and a leading worldwide provider of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, technology, and unique supply chain solutions. When the world changes, Logistics Plus® delivers. Founded in 1996, today LP has annual global sales of over $600M with more than 1,200 employees located in 50+ countries worldwide. LP is recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, a top 3PL provider, a top 100 logistics company, a top freight brokerage and warehousing provider, and a great place to work. With a Passion For Excellence™, its employees put the PLUS in LOGISTICS by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that together ensure complete customer satisfaction and success. Learn more at logisticsplus.com or download our media & press kit.
by Ryan Markiewicz | May 14, 2025 | News
The Logistics Plus (LP) France team continues to support and manage projects across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Here are a few of the most recent projects handled by the LP France team:
1) Vessel Charter from Turkey to West Africa
LP France successfully managed two consecutive vessel charters from Turkey to West Africa. The first shipment was 4,500 metric tons, utilizing four separate discharge ports. The second was executed shortly after the first and weighed in at 2,500 metric tons.
2) Towers from Spain to Belgium
The LP France team delivered seven towers from Spain to Belgium. The project required precise planning, staging, warehousing, and road transportation to ensure a safe and timely delivery to the client.
3) Crates from France to China
Logistics Plus France shipped 44-ton crates on a container vessel from France to China for an ongoing project.
Photos from these projects can be seen below.
by Ryan Markiewicz | May 13, 2025 | News
Logistics Plus Customs Brokerage Manager Gretchen Blough appeared on NPR’s May 12, 2025, edition of Marketplace, titled “U.S. and China Hit Pause on Tariff War.” In this episode, Gretchen discussed the temporary pause in the tariff war between the United States and China and what it means for consumers.
Listen to the full episode online at https://www.marketplace.org/episode/2025/04/18/us-and-china-hit-pause-on-tariff-war. Gretchen’s segment begins at the 10:34 mark and concludes at the 13:15 mark.
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