www.piers.com. PIERS is a solution within the Maritime & Trade division of IHS Markit. Founded in the mid-1970s, PIERS was the first venture into digital global trade intelligence.
Are bills of lading public information?
As an importer or exporter of merchandise, companies involved in international commerce are required to transmit business sensitive information to the United States Government. That's right, all of the information that you find on an ocean Bill of Lading is available to the public!
Are import records public?
In the United States, customs data is public information. That means that any company that imports something into the US and any company that exports anything to the US leaves a paper trail behind them that is open to nearly anyone's eyes.
What is PIERS data?
The maritime data from the Journal of Commerce's Port Import Export Reporting Service (PIERS), a private source, includes data on detailed waterborne cargo, including weight and commodity detail. The PIERS data reports containerized cargo by twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) as well as by tonnage.
How do I get leads to import and export?
- Ask around.
- Network with manufacturers.
- Go governmental.
- Become a sleuth.
- Schmooze.
- Travel to trade shows, fairs and expos.
How do I hide my Bill of Lading?
Use a 3rd Party “Exporter of Record” Service. This means that my company details will appear on the “Bill of Lading” instead of your actual Chinese suppliers' details. This then hides the information from any rival who wants to find out who you are actually purchasing from.
Are shipping records public?
Every shipping vessel that enters and leaves the United States is required to submit shipping records that document its cargo. Most of these documents are a matter of public record you could look up the information yourself if you wanted to.
How do I find leads for exports?
- Determine Target Countries.
- Attend Trade Shows.
- Reach Out to U.S. Embassies.
- Consider Other Government Sources.
- Update Your Website.
- Follow Up With Potential Customers.
- Prepare for Export Opportunities.
- Qualify Trade Leads.
How do I find trade leads?
- U.S. State Department's Business Information Database System (BIDS)
- U.S. Federal Government Business Opportunities (FedBizOps)
- U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)
- The Millennium Challenge Corporation.
- Australia (Government)
- United Kingdom (Government)