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News
US-EUROPE TRADE TENSIONS: STEEL AND ALUMINUM ON THE FRONT LINE
Since March 12, 2025, the United States has imposed additional customs duties of 25% on European steel and aluminum, affecting EU exports worth 26 billion euros. The decision, deemed unjustified by t…
IMPROVEMENT OF THE ECOVADIS RATING OF OUR COMPANY PILLET
At Balguerie Group, social responsibility is at the heart of our commitment, supported by our ReSpEct CSR program. This structured and ambitious approach aims to integrate more sustainable practices…
USA VS. CHINA: A TUG-OF-WAR OVER DE MINIMIS WITH FAR-REACHING CONSEQUENCES FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
The trade climate between the United States and China is once again tense. At issue is the U.S. desire to scale back the exemption from customs duties for small packages, known as minimis. This measu…
A LOOK BACK AT WINE PARIS 2025: A GLOBAL SUCCESS AND PERFECTLY ORCHESTRATED LOGISTICS
Wine Paris 2025 took a major step forward, establishing itself as the benchmark trade show for wine and spirits professionals. With 5,300 exhibitors and over 50,000 visitors, the event surpassed ProW…
PORT INDUSTRY AND OYSTER FARMING, AN UNEXPECTED DUO IN CAMARGUE
The Camargue, a french region with an exceptional natural heritage, is also renowned for its oyster production. At Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, in the Carteau sea cove, high-quality oysters thrive unde…
BALGUERIE GROUP IS COMMITTED
Today, companies bear an increasing responsibility and must learn to reconcile their environmental and social impact with the development of their activities. We know that the expectations of our cus…
Discover Transcausse and its commitments
In this video, Transcausse shares its expertise and commitment to its customers, without forgetting the environmental aspect.
ENERGY AUDITS BALGUERIE GROUP
As part of our ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR), we have carried out energy audits on all our buildings over 1,000 m². This approach is part of our commitment to reducing o…
Employees
BALGUERIE AND NQT: A YEAR’S COMMITMENT TO YOUNG GRADUATES
For almost a year now, Balguerie Group has been working alongside the Nos Quartiers ont du Talent (NQT) association to support young graduates in their search for employment or work-study placements…
Technical Info
DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTAINERS
Containers are used for the standard transport of goods, and are suitable for several different modes of transport, particularly multimodal transport, as they can be moved from one mode of transport…
INCOTERMS
Incoterms is the contraction of “International Commercial Terms” and constitutes a codified set of standard contractual provisions relating to the carriage of goods. The Incoterm is essential for pla…
SEA TRANSPORT : FCL SHIPPING
In international container shipping, the terms LCL and FCL are used to define the type of shipment. There are up to 4 different modes, the choice of which will be determined by the number of shippers…
SEA TRANSPORT: LCL SHIPPING
In international container shipping, the terms LCL and FCL are used to define the type of shipment. There are up to 4 different modes, the choice of which will be determined by the number of shippers…
BILL OF LADING (BL) : ESSENTIAL DOCUMENT FOR TRANSPORTING YOUR GOODS BY SEA
All goods shipped by sea require a Bill of Lading (BL).
INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT: CUSTOMS CLASSIFICATION
International customs operations are based on three essential pillars: tariff classification, origin and value. Defined in article 28 of the national Customs Code, tariff classification is the name a…
MARITIME TRANSPORT: TYPES OF PACKAGING
During sea transport, goods can be subjected to wide temperature variations, considerable movement inside containers during handling, and variations in humidity levels. Packaging helps to preserve pr…
BMSB REGULATIONS
The fumigation season to prevent the proliferation of the marmorated stink bug (BMSB) will begin on September 1, 2023 and end on April 30, 2024 inclusive (date of shipment) for your shipments bound f…
Our Expertise
TOWARDS GREENER TRANSPORT: OUR CSR COMMITMENT
At a time when reducing our carbon footprint is a priority, Balguerie Group, as a freight forwarder, is actively committed to its ReSpEct CSR approach. One of the main thrusts of this approach is to…
OCEAN FREIGHT RATE VOLATILITY: WHAT STRATEGY SHOULD YOU ADOPT?
Since the beginning of 2025, the ocean freight market has been oscillating between inflationary pressures and deflationary forces. After a period of increase due to geopolitical tensions and new envi…
ROAD TRANSPORT: BETWEEN CRISIS AND TRANSFORMATION, WHAT SOLUTIONS FOR 2025?
The road haulage sector is going through a difficult period, marked by a decline in activity, increased economic pressure and falling investment. However, there are a number of ways in which the sect…
TENSE SOCIAL CLIMATE IN PORTS AND SUPPLY CHAINS UNDER PRESSURE
Since January, French ports have been severely affected by a strike by dockworkers protesting pension reform. This conflict, which is intensifying and spreading to new ports, is disrupting the entire…
SUEZ CANAL: AFTER A DARK YEAR, 2025 COULD MARK THE START OF A REVIVAL
The Suez Canal, a vital artery for global maritime trade, experienced an unprecedented crisis in 2024. Due to repeated attacks by Houthi rebels on ships in the Red Sea, traffic fell by 60%. However…
HEAT-SENSITIVE PRODUCTS: WHEN AIR TRANSPORT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE
Fast, precise and secure, air freight is the ideal solution for heat-sensitive goods. From foodstuffs to chemicals, discover how this customized logistics solution guarantees the quality and conformi…
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: A CATALYST FOR SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMIZATION
Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining performance standards in transport and logistics. Thanks to real-time data analysis and advanced algorithms, it is establishing itself as a powerful lever f…
SEA CARRIER PUNCTUALITY: PERFORMANCE DECLINING DESPITE NEW ALLIANCES
New shipping alliances are shaking up the maritime industry and impacting on transit time reliability. These consolidations have a direct impact on the management of global supply chains, with notabl…
Sponsor
FLYTRANS, A BALGUERIE GROUP BRAND, JOINS THE OCEANO SCIENTIFIC ASSOCIATION FOR CORAL PRESERVATION
On November 6th, 2023, Flytrans, a Balguerie Group brand specializing in transport and logistics, officially joined the OceanoScientific association as a partner in expeditions to save coral reefs. T…
MEMORABLE SAILING DAYS FOR BALGUERIE GROUP EMPLOYEES
Memorable sailing days for BALGUERIE GROUP employees, accompanied by Charles Dorange’s team!
SPONSOR: WALKING FOOTBALL IS POPULAR WITH SENIOR CITIZENS!
Derived from classic football, this sport discipline delights and attracts all its players.
Regulation
ICS2, THIRD PHASE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
From April 1, 2025, carriers transporting goods by sea to or via the European Union will be required to transmit safety and security data prior to entry, as has already been implemented for air freig…
EORI NUMBERS: WHAT’S CHANGING IN 2025
2025 marks a key stage in the evolution of French customs procedures, with the widespread introduction of the EORI-SIREN number and the new DELTA I/E system. These changes are designed to simplify cu…
PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO EXCISE DUTY
Excise duties are indirect taxes levied on certain products: alcohol, tobacco and energy products.
PREPARE YOUR CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS FOR THE NEW CODES AS OF 2025
From January 1st, 2025, a new European regulation will modify the 8-digit Combined Nomenclature, impacting the classification of goods in the European Union. This change is designed to better meet ta…
AIR FREIGHT: ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEW RULES IN 2025?
On January 1st, 2025, new regulations affecting air freight of hermetic drums over 5 liters are due to come into force. This change, imposed by the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC), directly co…
NEW REGULATIONS FOR AIR SHIPMENTS TO THE USA, CANADA AND AUSTRALIA
Since August 20, 2024, new security rules have been imposed by the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) for air freight bound for or transiting the United States. Canada and Australia followe…
USDA Strengthening organic enforcement (SOE)
Following the implementation of USDA SOE on March 19th, 2024, all imported products labelled and sold as Organic, or made with Organic products, must be accompanied by a National Organic Program (NOP…
CUSTOMS IMPORT : CARBON BORDER ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM
The Border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) was set up at European level and targets imports of more carbon-intensive products. Its aim is to extend the EU’s greenhouse gas reduction targets to imp…
