All the latest news from OMNI

Customs processes interrupted in Costa Rica
20th April 2022

OMNI member Mudanzas Mundiales in Costa Rica has reported that, due to an alleged hacking, the platforms Administración Tributaria Virtual (ATV) and Tecnología de Información para el Control Aduanero (TICA) of the Costa Rican Ministry of Finance are temporarily out of service.

This service interruption directly affects the nationalisation and tax payment processes for the entry of merchandise into Costa Rica. Although the contingency plan for the National Customs Service is being executed, it only applies to exports, the other operations in the system will be re-established once the situation is solved.

Suddath CIO Len O’Neill named 2022 Florida CIO of the Year
6th April 2022

New appointment and promotions at Graebel
6th April 2022

Graebel in the USA has recently announced the appointment of Patti Wasson as its chief people and ethics officer. Patti will lead Graebel’s global human resources team, including employee relations; diversity, equity and inclusion; talent management; learning and leadership development; and total rewards.

OMNI World Series takes a close look at marine insurance
1st April 2022

OMNI held the latest in its World Series of online educational workshops on 29 March 2022. This time the subject was marine insurance. Tori Ferrante, OMNI Director, moderated the discussion with Marc Wille, CEO of Pac Global Insurance Inc. providing the expert input and Jason Will, Country Manager of Asian Tigers China offering a mover’s perspective.

The Coldplay ‘Pura Vida’ concert
28th March 2022

Mudanzas Mundiales Group in Costa Rica has reported on a concert performed by the British band, Coldplay in the country. The concert launches its tour that aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% compared with its last tour in 2016-17. It was fitting that it should start in Costa Rica as the country stands out for its commitment to sustainability and its leadership in promoting measures and practices focused on mitigating its environmental impact.

OMNI announces year-long sustainability workshop programme
17th March 2022

OMNI (Overseas Moving Network International) has announced a full programme of workshops for 2022 focussing on sustainability within the moving and relocation industry. The workshops, which are open to all OMNI members and FIDI affiliates, will help companies to develop sustainability strategies and implement them throughout their businesses.

Update on war in Ukraine
15th March 2022

Wiebe van Bockel – CCO Voerman Update on war in UkraineGroup, provides an update on the situation in Ukraine

In this special update we would like to give you an overview of what we see as early consequences of the war in Ukraine. The consequences are way beyond Ukraine and Russia alone as this war progresses. As we have a large relocation, moving & logistics company in Russia, we see the impact daily with our own staff, but also with the clients we serve. We will continue to monitor the developments and keep you informed in the coming weeks on what is going on and what the impacts are due to this war in Europe. It is likely that this will have an influence on all our clients in one way or another.

Ward Van Lines back on the phone
14th March 2022

OMNI member Ward Van Lines in Chile has reported that the long-standing technical problems it has been having with its phone service have now been resolved. The company said that it is ‘deeply sorry’ for any inconvenience caused to its partners. Connections have now been fully restored.

The correct number on which to contact Ward Van Lines is: +56 22 66 36 700

Brytor International acquires Formula Global Mobility and Granero Moving in Florida
3rd March 2022

Brytor International acquires Formula Global Mobility and Granero Moving in Florida

Brytor International Moving in Canada, in collaboration with IMS Moving Network, has announced its acquisition of Formula Global Mobility LLC and Granero Moving LLC based in Florida. The company will has eight offices in Canada and will significantly expand its presence in North America through the acquisition.

Jim Putt dies aged 78
3rd March 2022

Aires in Pittsburgh, USA has announced that its founder, Jim Putt, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Naples, FL, on March 1, 2022. He was 78 years old. The entire organisation mourns his loss and shares thoughts and prayers for his son Bryan and the entire Putt family.