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Effective 1 September to 30 April, the Australian Government has reinforced biosecurity protocols to combat the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB). International moving companies must ensure all household goods shipments from designated high-risk countries are treated using approved methods (heat, methyl bromide, or ethyl formate) prior to export. Shipments without compliant ‘shipped on board’ documentation risk re-export, onshore treatment, or …
Portugal’s Constitutional Court has recently rejected key provisions of a proposed immigration reform bill, reaffirming the country’s commitment to family reunification and legal certainty. For international moving companies, this ruling represents a significant win, preserving a stable and predictable environment for relocation services. The rejected bill would have imposed a two-year waiting period before immigrants could apply for family reunification, …
The EU has taken its first steps to regulate AI with the introduction of a Code of Practice ahead of a full AI Act. This makes the EU one of the first regions in the world to set clear rules for how AI systems work. The full AI Act is not expected before 2026, but the Code of Practice is …
Several European postal services, including France’s La Poste and Deutsche Post, have announced temporary restrictions on shipping goods to the US. The announcements have been made in response to the removal of ‘de minimis’ exemptions for items valued under $800 entering the USA. Other operators introducing restrictions include DHL, Spain’s Correos, Poste Italiane and the Danish, Swedish and Belgian postal …
The Belgian Chamber of Movers (CBD-BKV) has recently launched a new website aimed at protecting consumers from rogue traders. The new site, www.demenageursagrees.be, is a new national platform that helps consumers find only trusted, accredited moving companies. In a recent press release the Chamber said that the initiative is supported by the Federal Public Service SIRS and consumer group Test …
DKV Mobility has launched new fleet management software to help companies manage their fleets more efficiently and cost-effectively. This is the mobility service provider’s response to the increasing challenges faced by fleet managers in managing vehicles, drivers and compliance requirements. The new DKV Fleet Management Software is aimed at companies with fleets of up to 100 vehicles and can be …
A summary of what’s on offer for everyone in the global moving industry from the Global Moving Foundation On 17 July 2025 the Global Moving Foundation (GMF) held a webinar to discuss the organisation’s development and help build awareness of the foundation. The webinar was presented by: Angela DeConti, Director of GMF; Brian Limperopulos, President of IAM and member of …
DKV Mobility is launching a new toll box equipped with 4G technology. This move by the international mobility service provider is a response to the announced shutdown of outdated 2G mobile networks in several European countries. Switzerland, for example, will be the first to introduce a new 4G-based toll system in 2026 for heavy-duty vehicles over 3.5 tons. Other countries …
In the latest podcast from Invictus in Portugal, Fabio Manuel and António Gomes talk about what happens when the pressure builds up and everything feels too much. To listen, follow this link: Episode 3 – Podcast The Odissey When Stress Takes Over: The Truth About Clients & Growth
Atlas Van Lines in the USA is to return to hydroplane racing with the legendary Blue Blaster. The hydroplane has been reported as reaching speeds of up to 180mph when racing in the 1970s and 70s. Driven by Bill Muncey, it won the 1981Thunder at Evansville and, according to Atlas, defined an era of hydroplane racing. The restored boat will …
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