News & Events 
The IAM Newsroom is a place for the Association’s members, consumers and the media to view IAM announcements, industry news and events and updates from clients and stakeholders. These include U.S. military and government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, U.S. Customs & Border Protection and others across the world whose work is essential to our business and our service to our clients.
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Nov
25
France's lockdown will be lifted on Dec 15 - but bars and restaurants will stay closed
France's coronavirus lockdown will be lifted on December 15 - but bars and restaurants will stay closed over the Christmas period, Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday evening in a televised address. It was part of a three-stage easing of restrictions over the next two months.
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Nov
24
Multinational forwarders losing 'abandoned' clients to more agile smaller rivals
Mid-sized forwarders have reported they are gaining customers at the expense of multinationals as Covid-19 forces companies to be more agile and responsive.
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Nov
24
Not a very merry Xmas for importers as ships cut and run from UK ports
Ocean carriers have skipped a number of UK calls in the past few weeks, and been obliged to “cut and run” due to slow working on ships that did get alongside.
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Nov
23
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Moves Forward, Announces Investigation of Port-Based Detention and Demurrage Charges
FMC approved a Supplemental Order that expands the authority of Fact Finding 29, “International Ocean Transportation Supply Chain Engagement”. Commissioner Dye will lead the FMC's efforts into further investigation of ocean carriers operating in alliances, focusing on the Ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Specifically, the Commission will review policies and practices related to detention and demurrage, container return and container availability.
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Nov
19
Container Freight Rates Continue Surge on Strong Restocking Demand
Global container shipping rates have surged to records on a spike in restocking demand in the United States and Europe, container scarcity at export hubs, and changes in freight flows because of the coronavirus pandemic, shipping sources said.
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Nov
23
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Moves Forward, Announces Investigation of Port-Based Detention and Demurrage Charges
FMC approved a Supplemental Order that expands the authority of Fact Finding 29, “International Ocean Transportation Supply Chain Engagement”. Commissioner Dye will lead the FMC's efforts into further investigation of ocean carriers operating in alliances, focusing on the Ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Specifically, the Commission will review policies and practices related to detention and demurrage, container return and container availability.
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Nov
04
UPDATE: USTRANSCOM Global Household Goods Contract
USTRANSCOM will thoroughly, fairly, and completely re-evaluate the four most competitive offers and select the one that presents the best overall benefit and the highest quality of service for our service members, DOD civilians, and their families. Each of the four finalists will be given the opportunity to submit a new written proposal and conduct an oral presentation and demonstration to the Source Selection Team in the course of this determination.
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Oct
14
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Issues Simplified Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application Form
Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced and issued a simplified forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program borrowers who obtained loans of $50,000 or less. The new PPP loan forgiveness application requires borrowers to confirm that funding received from the PPP loan was used for eligible costs.
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Oct
13
Why You May Want to Wait to File for PPP Loan Forgiveness and Other Tips
There are many considerations you should take into account when deciding when to submit forgiveness applications to the lender. Patience and adequate preparation might be more than just virtues in the PPP loan forgiveness context; they might lead to financial benefits for borrowers as well.
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Oct
12
FMCSA Announces Listening Session on Property Carrier Broker Petitions for Wednesday, October 28th, 1:00 - 2:30 PM EDT
Last week, the FMCSA announced a listening session pertaining to property carrier brokers. Specifically, they would like to hear from stakeholders on petitions, submitted for consideration by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association and the Small Business in Transportation Coalition, which would amend certain requirements for property carrier brokers. Those interested in participating, or listening to the online session must pre-register.
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Nov
04
UPDATE: USTRANSCOM Global Household Goods Contract
USTRANSCOM will thoroughly, fairly, and completely re-evaluate the four most competitive offers and select the one that presents the best overall benefit and the highest quality of service for our service members, DOD civilians, and their families. Each of the four finalists will be given the opportunity to submit a new written proposal and conduct an oral presentation and demonstration to the Source Selection Team in the course of this determination.
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Nov
04
CHAMP Advisory Air Freight Surcharge Notice Effective 10-30-2020
Shifts in pricing for air shipments, including unaccompanied air baggage (UAB) shipments, have resulted in significant cost fluctuations for air freight services. The increase in air freight shipping can be attributed to demand for cargo space as the economy rebounds has resulted in pricing and capacity volatility worldwide.
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Oct
28
USTC J9 Conditions-Based Movement Call (27 Oct)
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Oct
22
Outsourced Military Moves Are on Hold Again Thanks to a $20 Billion Contract Cancellation
Under a decision issued Wednesday by the Government Accountability Office, the company selected to manage military moves and shipments of household goods belonging to U.S. service members has lost the contract but still may be able to bid for the job, worth up to $19.9 billion over a decade.
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Oct
21
DoD Non-Temp Storage Retrograde Contract RFI
For those of you who were on the IAM Virtual Annual Meeting Session called “An Inside Look at DoD’s Personal Property Program” there was much discussion on the USTC J9 Request for Information (RFI) put out to industry with regard to climate controlled facilities for NTS Retrograde and the removal of the 50 mile radius requirement for facilities needing to be near Oakland and Norfolk.
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Calendar Highlights
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Mar
23
2021 EuRA International Relocation Congress
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Apr
22
FIDI Conference - CANCELED
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May
06
2021 Young movers Conference
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May
11
103rd Annual CMSA Convention
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Oct
10
PAIMA 37th Annual Convention
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Latest The Portal Issue
IAM's Portal Magazine is truly a global publication. Read by thousands around the world and mailed to over 160 countries six times a year, the Portal Magazine is our members' premier information, advertising and communication resource.
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Nov
25
France's lockdown will be lifted on Dec 15 - but bars and restaurants will stay closed
France's coronavirus lockdown will be lifted on December 15 - but bars and restaurants will stay closed over the Christmas period, Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday evening in a televised address. It was part of a three-stage easing of restrictions over the next two months. -
Nov
24
Multinational forwarders losing 'abandoned' clients to more agile smaller rivals
Mid-sized forwarders have reported they are gaining customers at the expense of multinationals as Covid-19 forces companies to be more agile and responsive. -
Nov
24
Not a very merry Xmas for importers as ships cut and run from UK ports
Ocean carriers have skipped a number of UK calls in the past few weeks, and been obliged to “cut and run” due to slow working on ships that did get alongside. -
Nov
23
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Moves Forward, Announces Investigation of Port-Based Detention and Demurrage Charges
FMC approved a Supplemental Order that expands the authority of Fact Finding 29, “International Ocean Transportation Supply Chain Engagement”. Commissioner Dye will lead the FMC's efforts into further investigation of ocean carriers operating in alliances, focusing on the Ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Specifically, the Commission will review policies and practices related to detention and demurrage, container return and container availability. -
Nov
19
Container Freight Rates Continue Surge on Strong Restocking Demand
Global container shipping rates have surged to records on a spike in restocking demand in the United States and Europe, container scarcity at export hubs, and changes in freight flows because of the coronavirus pandemic, shipping sources said.
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Nov
23
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Moves Forward, Announces Investigation of Port-Based Detention and Demurrage Charges
FMC approved a Supplemental Order that expands the authority of Fact Finding 29, “International Ocean Transportation Supply Chain Engagement”. Commissioner Dye will lead the FMC's efforts into further investigation of ocean carriers operating in alliances, focusing on the Ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Specifically, the Commission will review policies and practices related to detention and demurrage, container return and container availability. -
Nov
04
UPDATE: USTRANSCOM Global Household Goods Contract
USTRANSCOM will thoroughly, fairly, and completely re-evaluate the four most competitive offers and select the one that presents the best overall benefit and the highest quality of service for our service members, DOD civilians, and their families. Each of the four finalists will be given the opportunity to submit a new written proposal and conduct an oral presentation and demonstration to the Source Selection Team in the course of this determination. -
Oct
14
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Issues Simplified Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application Form
Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced and issued a simplified forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program borrowers who obtained loans of $50,000 or less. The new PPP loan forgiveness application requires borrowers to confirm that funding received from the PPP loan was used for eligible costs. -
Oct
13
Why You May Want to Wait to File for PPP Loan Forgiveness and Other Tips
There are many considerations you should take into account when deciding when to submit forgiveness applications to the lender. Patience and adequate preparation might be more than just virtues in the PPP loan forgiveness context; they might lead to financial benefits for borrowers as well. -
Oct
12
FMCSA Announces Listening Session on Property Carrier Broker Petitions for Wednesday, October 28th, 1:00 - 2:30 PM EDT
Last week, the FMCSA announced a listening session pertaining to property carrier brokers. Specifically, they would like to hear from stakeholders on petitions, submitted for consideration by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association and the Small Business in Transportation Coalition, which would amend certain requirements for property carrier brokers. Those interested in participating, or listening to the online session must pre-register.
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Nov
04
UPDATE: USTRANSCOM Global Household Goods Contract
USTRANSCOM will thoroughly, fairly, and completely re-evaluate the four most competitive offers and select the one that presents the best overall benefit and the highest quality of service for our service members, DOD civilians, and their families. Each of the four finalists will be given the opportunity to submit a new written proposal and conduct an oral presentation and demonstration to the Source Selection Team in the course of this determination. -
Nov
04
CHAMP Advisory Air Freight Surcharge Notice Effective 10-30-2020
Shifts in pricing for air shipments, including unaccompanied air baggage (UAB) shipments, have resulted in significant cost fluctuations for air freight services. The increase in air freight shipping can be attributed to demand for cargo space as the economy rebounds has resulted in pricing and capacity volatility worldwide. -
Oct
28
USTC J9 Conditions-Based Movement Call (27 Oct)
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Oct
22
Outsourced Military Moves Are on Hold Again Thanks to a $20 Billion Contract Cancellation
Under a decision issued Wednesday by the Government Accountability Office, the company selected to manage military moves and shipments of household goods belonging to U.S. service members has lost the contract but still may be able to bid for the job, worth up to $19.9 billion over a decade. -
Oct
21
DoD Non-Temp Storage Retrograde Contract RFI
For those of you who were on the IAM Virtual Annual Meeting Session called “An Inside Look at DoD’s Personal Property Program” there was much discussion on the USTC J9 Request for Information (RFI) put out to industry with regard to climate controlled facilities for NTS Retrograde and the removal of the 50 mile radius requirement for facilities needing to be near Oakland and Norfolk.
Calendar Highlights
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Mar
23
2021 EuRA International Relocation Congress
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Apr
22
FIDI Conference - CANCELED
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May
06
2021 Young movers Conference
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May
11
103rd Annual CMSA Convention
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Oct
10
PAIMA 37th Annual Convention
Latest The Portal Issue
IAM's Portal Magazine is truly a global publication. Read by thousands around the world and mailed to over 160 countries six times a year, the Portal Magazine is our members' premier information, advertising and communication resource.