Guidelines for importing footwear from China
China supplies over 60% of the world’s footwear. According to Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), America imports 99% of all shoes that it sells, with 70% coming from China. Similarly, Europe, sources footwear from developing markets in Asia, in particular China. Product export types The footwear sector is a diverse industry. It covers a wide […]
A Letter from Our CEO
To our Global Partners and Clients, As the CEO of the AQM BD PTE. LTD, you have my personal commitment that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has our full attention. Nothing is more important to us than the safety and wellbeing of our staff and their families based across the world, as well as our global customers. We are […]
Quality Control for E-commerce Shipping
Third-party logistics (3PL) services are essential in the growing e-commerce marketplace. But can you be sure your clients are getting the quality they expect? The e-commerce field is ever-growing. In 2019 alone, consumers spent nearly US 3.46 trillion on e-commerce sales. The process has made shopping faster, more convenient, and more global than ever. The […]
Toy Safety Standards in the European Union
The European Union (EU) defines toys as any product or material designed or intended, exclusively or not, for the use in play by children under 14 years. Ensuring that toys marketed in the EU do not put children at risk is a priority. It is also an essential requirement for all manufacturers and exporters aiming […]
30th March 2020: Latest supply chain, trade and economic updates across major manufacturing regions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] With a wide range of service locations across Asia, AQM BD has collected important supply chain and trade related information to help you fully understand the current situation affecting your business. Click here for emergency services related to the corona virus disruptions China There has been no locally confirmed case or suspected case of coronavirus […]
Selection of High Quality Luggage and Suitcases
Luggage today must be designed and constructed to meet the rigorous effects of air, land and sea transport and travel of the modern day. As the demands and frequency of personal travel has evolved and increased in so many different ways it is important to ensure your suitcases and luggage are of high quality and […]
Indian Food Exporters to Iraq
Introduction India is Iraq’s second largest import partner, shipping a wide variety of goods to the country each year. Food and agricultural products comprise more than 40% of India’s exports to Iraq and these include rice, meat and meat products, seeds, and much more. A large and consistently growing food importer in recent years, Iraq […]
Ethical Sourcing and the Role of Third Party Inspectors
Consumers around the world are increasingly demanding that their products be sourced ethically. According to one survey, 88% of consumers in the United States would boycott a brand for irresponsible sourcing practices and 87% would purchase products that contain some sort of social or environmental benefit. But how can businesses ensure their suppliers always abide […]
Iraq COC: What you need to know
As of January 2020, an Iraq Certificate of Conformity (COC) is required for over 1000 products across twelve categories before they can enter the lucrative Iraqi market. An Iraq COC can only be issued by an authorized inspection company, of which only four currently exist. Exporters around the world are taking advantage of Iraq’s demand […]
Walk Tall: The Importance of Safety in High Heel Shoe Manufacturing
The Spine Health Institute reports that some 72% of women wear high heels. Though timelessly fashionable, high heels can be quite uncomfortable: especially if they are poorly made. Wearing poor quality high heels can easily lead to chronic twisted ankles, foot damage, or even spinal issues. For this reason, it is important that brands produce […]
