Monthly Archives: August 2011

AESDirect is Moving to a New, Improved Platform!

Posted on August 31, 2011 by rosannatorres

By: Rosanna Torres In the coming weeks we will be migrating the AESDirect database to a new platform and new servers. What does this mean to you? Although the developers have created a number of internal changes to make the application … Continue reading →

Posted in Export Filing | Tagged AESDirect.gov, archive shipments, changes to AESDirect, EDI Vendors, Error messages, fields removed, how to delete old shipments, interface changes, new servers, Weblink Users, what to expect | 4 Comments

A Video On How To Use The Shipment Manager

Posted on August 24, 2011 by rosannatorres

Click on the video below to view a short lesson on the perks of using the AESDirect program’s new Shipment Manager! You will learn how to: Easily locate, manage and monitor EEI submitted by your company through AESDirect Quickly determine … Continue reading →

Posted in Export Filing | Tagged aes, How to change shipments, How to file, How to retrieve a shipment, ITN, Response Messages, Shipment Manager, Video | 2 Comments

Explore Exporting at the National District Export Council Conference November 2-5, 2011

Posted on August 17, 2011 by rosannatorres

By: Guest Blogger Randy A. Innis, President, Nevada, DEC The 2011 National District Export Council Conference and Exposition, November 2-5, 2011 at Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, will jump-start new-to-export companies and increase the exporting know-how … Continue reading →

Posted in Export Filing | Tagged 2011 National District Export Council Conference and Exposition, DEC, district export conference, exhibitions, Export University, exporting requirements, foreign markets, November 2-5 | 2 Comments

Trade deficit grows to $53.1 billion in June

Posted on August 11, 2011 by rosannatorres

By: Rebecca DeNale The Nation’s international trade deficit in goods and services increased to $53.1 billion in June from $50.8 billion (revised) in May, as exports decreased more than imports. In June exports of goods and services declined $4.1 billion … Continue reading →

Posted in Foreign Trade Data | 1 Comment

Tips when contacting the AES Call Center

Posted on August 9, 2011 by rosannatorres

By: Eric Gauthier How often do you call 1-800-549-0595 when you have questions regarding filing EEI? Ever emailed askAES@census.gov because you need clarification on filing EEI? Support staff here at the Foreign Trade Division always aim to provide you accurate answers … Continue reading →

Posted in Export Filing | Tagged AES Support, AskAES, Compliance Reports, Fatal Error Reports, Foreign Trade Division, How to file, Who to contact | 1 Comment

Which Foreign Trade Zone Was That Export From?

Posted on August 2, 2011 by rosannatorres

By: Ryan Coleman Attention all exporters who use foreign trade zones (FTZs) to conduct international business: The Foreign Trade Division would greatly appreciate your help in collecting the most accurate information on exports from FTZs! Specifically, the information I am referring … Continue reading →