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Postal Remuneration Boring but Important

UPU Postal Remuneration is Boring but Important

Another meeting of the UPU on postal remuneration of terminal dues occurred April 9th. Most likely, you didn’t hear about it. Often times the UPU is not that interesting, but whats happening now could change eCommerce and the global economy for years to come. The UPU (Universal Postal Union) coordinates postal policies of 192 countries. The UPU uses postal remuneration to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are placed in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the U.S. actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally from less developed countries like… China?

The USPS is Subsidizing Chinese eCommerce

The UPU categorizes China as a developing country entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the world’s largest exporter and the second largest economy in the world. The deluge of eCommerce packages from China is costing the USPS, Canada Post, and other international postal services too much. Mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a domestic service. At the same time, local companies are losing business because they cannot compete with the subsidized postal costs their Chinese competitors benefit from.

The U.S. Will Leave the UPU

The United States must find the UPU Postal Remuneration boring too. Last Year, the U.S. informed the UPU of its decision to withdraw effective 1/1/2020. No doubt, this got the attention of the UPU. An extraordinary postal congress happened September of 2018 with a second meeting this week and another scheduled this September. If a resolution is not found, the US would unilaterally set postal rates for packages entering the United States or increase tariffs again. The postal services and local businesses of countries continue to lose money on eCommerce packages from AliBaba, Ebay, Wish, etc. The USPS loses about $1 on every eCommerce package arriving from China. If a resolution is not found, the impact to the postal systems of the world and global trade will suffer. Imagine the largest economy in the world setting the postal rates of their biggest competitor.

Another Boring UPU Meeting that will Impact the Global Economy

Again, there was another boring UPU meeting this week. So what happened at the meeting? In short, not enough. There are three options being weighed by 192 countries with a vote coming this September. First, allow member countries to self-declare postal rates. Second, accelerate rate increases already approved by the UPU. Finally, the third option that also adopts self-declared rates as its basis, but with elements aimed at mitigating undue price impacts. The next postal remuneration meeting planned September 23-24, impacts every country.  Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences. For the USPS, leaving the UPU means negotiating individual postal agreements with every country in the world. That’s a logistical nightmare, in a boring sort of way. 

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Postal Remuneration Boring but Important

UPU Postal Remuneration is Boring but Important

Another meeting of the UPU on postal remuneration of terminal dues occurred April 9th. Most likely, you didn’t hear about it. Often times the UPU is not that interesting, but whats happening now could change eCommerce and the global economy for years to come. The UPU (Universal Postal Union) coordinates postal policies of 192 countries. The UPU uses postal remuneration to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are placed in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the U.S. actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally from less developed countries like… China?

The USPS is Subsidizing Chinese eCommerce

The UPU categorizes China as a developing country entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the world’s largest exporter and the second largest economy in the world. The deluge of eCommerce packages from China is costing the USPS, Canada Post, and other international postal services too much. Mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a domestic service. At the same time, local companies are losing business because they cannot compete with the subsidized postal costs their Chinese competitors benefit from.

The U.S. Will Leave the UPU

The United States must find the UPU Postal Remuneration boring too. Last Year, the U.S. informed the UPU of its decision to withdraw effective 1/1/2020. No doubt, this got the attention of the UPU. An extraordinary postal congress happened September of 2018 with a second meeting this week and another scheduled this September. If a resolution is not found, the US would unilaterally set postal rates for packages entering the United States or increase tariffs again. The postal services and local businesses of countries continue to lose money on eCommerce packages from AliBaba, Ebay, Wish, etc. The USPS loses about $1 on every eCommerce package arriving from China. If a resolution is not found, the impact to the postal systems of the world and global trade will suffer. Imagine the largest economy in the world setting the postal rates of their biggest competitor.

Another Boring UPU Meeting that will Impact the Global Economy

Again, there was another boring UPU meeting this week. So what happened at the meeting? In short, not enough. There are three options being weighed by 192 countries with a vote coming this September. First, allow member countries to self-declare postal rates. Second, accelerate rate increases already approved by the UPU. Finally, the third option that also adopts self-declared rates as its basis, but with elements aimed at mitigating undue price impacts. The next postal remuneration meeting planned September 23-24, impacts every country.  Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences. For the USPS, leaving the UPU means negotiating individual postal agreements with every country in the world. That’s a logistical nightmare, in a boring sort of way. 

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USPS Rate Increase for 2019

Another USPS Rate Increase for 2019

As expected, there will be another USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Unfortunately, retail international mail rates are increasing by almost 4% in 2019. This is the 4th increase in the last 2 years. Fortunately, reliable, lower cost mailing alternatives are already in place. Atlas International Mail has mailing alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether.

The Alternative: Bypass the USPS

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place. You can bypass the USPS with our affordable mailing alternatives. Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase for 2019 and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

Alternative 1: Priority Standard International

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, France, Great Britain, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Mexico, Brazil, Czech Republic, and Hungary. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Alternative 2: Priority Lettermail International

Another of our alternative mailing services uses a combination of first class mail and priority standard mail. The mail is sent through a variety of different postal systems across the globe, and it is especially effective in Europe and Asia. As a result, delivery speed is 7 to 14 days worldwide. The service is similar to the USPS’s IPA and ISAL services.  The postage rates however; are substantially less than the USPS rate increase for 2019 .

Direct Entry Mailing Alternatives

Atlas International takes advantage of the strong US Dollar and utilizes a network of International directly points to mail worldwide at much lower postage than traditional USPS service rates. Our direct entry network deposits mail directly into many international postal systems, and we offer free personalized consulting services for every customer, ensuring fast and affordable mailings. There are never any contracts to sign, hidden fees, or fuel charges. Avoid the extra costs from the USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Contact us for a free mailing consultation info@atlas-mail.com or call 800-852-0889.

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Another USPS Rate Increase for 2019

As expected, there will be another USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Unfortunately, retail international mail rates are increasing by almost 4% in 2019. This is the 4th increase in the last 2 years. Fortunately, reliable, lower cost mailing alternatives are already in place. Atlas International Mail has mailing alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether.

The Alternative: Bypass the USPS

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place. You can bypass the USPS with our affordable mailing alternatives. Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase for 2019 and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

Alternative 1: Priority Standard International

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, France, Great Britain, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Mexico, Brazil, Czech Republic, and Hungary. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Alternative 2: Priority Lettermail International

Another of our alternative mailing services uses a combination of first class mail and priority standard mail. The mail is sent through a variety of different postal systems across the globe, and it is especially effective in Europe and Asia. As a result, delivery speed is 7 to 14 days worldwide. The service is similar to the USPS’s IPA and ISAL services.  The postage rates however; are substantially less than the USPS rate increase for 2019 .

Direct Entry Mailing Alternatives

Atlas International takes advantage of the strong US Dollar and utilizes a network of International directly points to mail worldwide at much lower postage than traditional USPS service rates. Our direct entry network deposits mail directly into many international postal systems, and we offer free personalized consulting services for every customer, ensuring fast and affordable mailings. There are never any contracts to sign, hidden fees, or fuel charges. Avoid the extra costs from the USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Contact us for a free mailing consultation info@atlas-mail.com or call 800-852-0889.

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ePacket Service Save Retailers to International Customers

ePacket Service

Above all ePacket service is designed for eCommerce companies as a way to send lightweight, inexpensive items at an affordable price. The ePackets most of us are familiar with are delivered from China at unbelievably low costs, but ePacket discounts are available for American companies too. Similarly, US retailers can send ePackets to the majority of the largest economies in the world. As a result of it’s popularity the services is currently available to 36 countries, and it continues to expand every year.

Save Retailers time and Money

Certainly, ePacket service is the most cost effective service for internet retailers.  Even more, all customs documentation is ready for export, and the required labels are applied. Another benefit is that shipments are tracked all the way to your customer’s door, and delivery speed averages just 4-7 business days.  Also, your international customers can track their ePackets at no cost through the USPS. Even more, undeliverables are returned for free, allowing retailers to refund customers if they don’t receive their package.

ePacket Requirements to International Customers

Because ePacket service is designed for small packages their are some requirements. So, the packages can weigh no more than 4.4 pounds or 2 kilos, and the shipping costs are based on the package weight. Also, they must have a value less than $400.00. Furthermore, the maximum length is 24″, the minimum requires the package be large enough for postage, address, and customs forms, and  the total of length, height, and thickness cannot exceed 36″. The service is currently available to US retailers mailing to:

  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Korea (South)
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Russia
  • Singapore
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom

Volume ePacket Discounts are Available

Another reason the service is so popular is that volume ePacket discounts are available and start at only 30 pieces. Likewise, all the tracking and custom’s benefits retain at lower mailing costs.  New countries test the ePacket service every year, and more countries will likely join soon. Also with Atlas, free same day pickup is available for US and Canadian companies.

Finally, if you have questions or don’t see the country you are looking for contact Atlas International for a free consultation 800-852-0889 or info@atlas-mail.com

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ePacket Service Save Retailers to International Customers

ePacket Service

Above all ePacket service is designed for eCommerce companies as a way to send lightweight, inexpensive items at an affordable price. The ePackets most of us are familiar with are delivered from China at unbelievably low costs, but ePacket discounts are available for American companies too. Similarly, US retailers can send ePackets to the majority of the largest economies in the world. As a result of it’s popularity the services is currently available to 36 countries, and it continues to expand every year.

Save Retailers time and Money

Certainly, ePacket service is the most cost effective service for internet retailers.  Even more, all customs documentation is ready for export, and the required labels are applied. Another benefit is that shipments are tracked all the way to your customer’s door, and delivery speed averages just 4-7 business days.  Also, your international customers can track their ePackets at no cost through the USPS. Even more, undeliverables are returned for free, allowing retailers to refund customers if they don’t receive their package.

ePacket Requirements to International Customers

Because ePacket service is designed for small packages their are some requirements. So, the packages can weigh no more than 4.4 pounds or 2 kilos, and the shipping costs are based on the package weight. Also, they must have a value less than $400.00. Furthermore, the maximum length is 24″, the minimum requires the package be large enough for postage, address, and customs forms, and  the total of length, height, and thickness cannot exceed 36″. The service is currently available to US retailers mailing to:

  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Korea (South)
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Russia
  • Singapore
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom

Volume ePacket Discounts are Available

Another reason the service is so popular is that volume ePacket discounts are available and start at only 30 pieces. Likewise, all the tracking and custom’s benefits retain at lower mailing costs.  New countries test the ePacket service every year, and more countries will likely join soon. Also with Atlas, free same day pickup is available for US and Canadian companies.

Finally, if you have questions or don’t see the country you are looking for contact Atlas International for a free consultation 800-852-0889 or info@atlas-mail.com

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Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about Atlas’s services. Atlas International Mail has been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

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Leaving the UPU Universal Postal Union

The USA is Leaving the UPU (Universal Postal Union)

The White House announced it is leaving a 144 year old global postal agreement due to the current trade war with China. China benefits from significantly lower postage costs thanks to a decades old agreement to help poor and developing nations with lower postage rates. China is now the second largest economy in the world, and China should no longer be classified as a poor or developing country. Something must be done to level the playing field, but leaving the UPU only stands to isolate the US.  Many other countries, including all US allies, are facing the same inequities and are working with the UPU to negotiate fair terminal dues. With the US withdrawing, China now has one less party voting for a fair deal.

Leaving the UPU May Severely Damage the USPS

For the USPS, leaving the UPU would mean negotiating individual postal agreements with 190 countries. The US withdrawal from the UPU gives the USPS 12 months to do that. Negotiating on our own rather than collectively with other countries would likely lead to higher export prices. It’s a logistical nightmare waiting to happen, and the USPS will bear the brunt of it. The USPS has been losing money delivering below-cost items from China, but it may get worse. They may lose the international business altogether to private delivery companies like FedEx and UPS. These private companies were influential in the White House’s decision to withdraw from the UPU. The private companies already have negotiated rates in place to take shares of the multi-billion dollar business. They stand to benefit at the expense of the United States Postal Service.

Trade War with China

Leaving the UPU may just be another threat in order to garner attention to an ongoing issue, the trade war with China.  The White House has been withdrawing the US from international agreements at an alarming rate. (NAFTA, The Trans-Pacific Partnership, The Iran deal, Treaty of Amity, The Paris Climate Accords, UNESCO, International Coffee Agreement, Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty …) New agreements have been made with small concessions, and newly established agreements are the same long standing agreements branded differently. Perhaps this will be another aggrandizing move that changes little or nothing, but there is a lot at stake.

One Year to Create New Postal Agreements

Withdrawing from the UPU will take a year. This is not enough time to create 190 bilateral postal agreements with all the countries of the world, but it is certainly enough time, along with our allies in the rest of the world, to negotiate fair terminal dues with China. Withdrawing from the UPU will only benefit a few large private delivery companies (UPS, FedEx, DHL.) The costs to US businesses that ship overseas, US consumers, and the USPS are too great to risk. The US is one of the founding members of the UPU, a union of nearly every country in the world that has benefited billions for 144 years. Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences, and it only stands to benefit a small amount of people. Diplomacy is the best solution for America. Along with our allies, we need to negotiate a better deal.

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Leaving the UPU Universal Postal Union

The USA is Leaving the UPU (Universal Postal Union)

The White House announced it is leaving a 144 year old global postal agreement due to the current trade war with China. China benefits from significantly lower postage costs thanks to a decades old agreement to help poor and developing nations with lower postage rates. China is now the second largest economy in the world, and China should no longer be classified as a poor or developing country. Something must be done to level the playing field, but leaving the UPU only stands to isolate the US.  Many other countries, including all US allies, are facing the same inequities and are working with the UPU to negotiate fair terminal dues. With the US withdrawing, China now has one less party voting for a fair deal.

Leaving the UPU May Severely Damage the USPS

For the USPS, leaving the UPU would mean negotiating individual postal agreements with 190 countries. The US withdrawal from the UPU gives the USPS 12 months to do that. Negotiating on our own rather than collectively with other countries would likely lead to higher export prices. It’s a logistical nightmare waiting to happen, and the USPS will bear the brunt of it. The USPS has been losing money delivering below-cost items from China, but it may get worse. They may lose the international business altogether to private delivery companies like FedEx and UPS. These private companies were influential in the White House’s decision to withdraw from the UPU. The private companies already have negotiated rates in place to take shares of the multi-billion dollar business. They stand to benefit at the expense of the United States Postal Service.

Trade War with China

Leaving the UPU may just be another threat in order to garner attention to an ongoing issue, the trade war with China.  The White House has been withdrawing the US from international agreements at an alarming rate. (NAFTA, The Trans-Pacific Partnership, The Iran deal, Treaty of Amity, The Paris Climate Accords, UNESCO, International Coffee Agreement, Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty …) New agreements have been made with small concessions, and newly established agreements are the same long standing agreements branded differently. Perhaps this will be another aggrandizing move that changes little or nothing, but there is a lot at stake.

One Year to Create New Postal Agreements

Withdrawing from the UPU will take a year. This is not enough time to create 190 bilateral postal agreements with all the countries of the world, but it is certainly enough time, along with our allies in the rest of the world, to negotiate fair terminal dues with China. Withdrawing from the UPU will only benefit a few large private delivery companies (UPS, FedEx, DHL.) The costs to US businesses that ship overseas, US consumers, and the USPS are too great to risk. The US is one of the founding members of the UPU, a union of nearly every country in the world that has benefited billions for 144 years. Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences, and it only stands to benefit a small amount of people. Diplomacy is the best solution for America. Along with our allies, we need to negotiate a better deal.

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UPU Extraordinary Postal Congress

The Universal Postal Union is holding an Extraordinary Postal Congress in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week. This may have a drastic impact on international eCommerce. The UPU coordinate rates and standards between every national postal system, and has been a vital to international structure since 1874. Crucial reforms are needed for terminal dues if the US is going to be able be competitive in both global and domestic eCommerce.

Terminal Dues

The UPU uses a system to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are positioned in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the US actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally. The Extraordinary Postal Congress meeting may result in significant changes to how some countries are positioned.

China Has an Unfair Advantage

The UPU categorizes China as a category three economy entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the second largest economy in the world. This allows Chinese retailers to undercut American retailers by very wide margins. The Chinese economy is benefiting at the expensive of US retailers and the United States Postal Service. The USPS loses an estimated $1 on every small package that arrives from China. In Fact, mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a comparable service.

The Cost to American E commerce and the USPS

Terminal dues on items from China to the US average $1 per Kilogram. As a result, USPS received less compensation for a China Post package moved from a Los Angeles port to its final destination inland, than it would have from someone in Los Angeles who sent an identical package within the United States. Costing the China Post less than the price of a U.S. stamp. Conversely, it is far more expensive to send a similar package to China. The Extraordinary Postal Congress gives us an opportunity to change China’s unfair trade advantage with the US.

UPU Can Influence Fair Trade

The Extraordinary Postal Congress convened in an effort to reform the UPU. Just 1 of 192 countries invited is the US. This give us a small voice in a big crowd. It is vital the we work with our allies to influence the UPU to categorize China as the developed country that it is. Finally this would create fairer trade between China and the rest of the developed world.

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UPU Extraordinary Postal Congress

The Universal Postal Union is holding an Extraordinary Postal Congress in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week. This may have a drastic impact on international eCommerce. The UPU coordinate rates and standards between every national postal system, and has been a vital to international structure since 1874. Crucial reforms are needed for terminal dues if the US is going to be able be competitive in both global and domestic eCommerce.

Terminal Dues

The UPU uses a system to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are positioned in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the US actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally. The Extraordinary Postal Congress meeting may result in significant changes to how some countries are positioned.

China Has an Unfair Advantage

The UPU categorizes China as a category three economy entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the second largest economy in the world. This allows Chinese retailers to undercut American retailers by very wide margins. The Chinese economy is benefiting at the expensive of US retailers and the United States Postal Service. The USPS loses an estimated $1 on every small package that arrives from China. In Fact, mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a comparable service.

The Cost to American E commerce and the USPS

Terminal dues on items from China to the US average $1 per Kilogram. As a result, USPS received less compensation for a China Post package moved from a Los Angeles port to its final destination inland, than it would have from someone in Los Angeles who sent an identical package within the United States. Costing the China Post less than the price of a U.S. stamp. Conversely, it is far more expensive to send a similar package to China. The Extraordinary Postal Congress gives us an opportunity to change China’s unfair trade advantage with the US.

UPU Can Influence Fair Trade

The Extraordinary Postal Congress convened in an effort to reform the UPU. Just 1 of 192 countries invited is the US. This give us a small voice in a big crowd. It is vital the we work with our allies to influence the UPU to categorize China as the developed country that it is. Finally this would create fairer trade between China and the rest of the developed world.

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International Mail Consolidators Discount U.S. Postage Rates

Above all Mail Consolidators save customers money over first class postage rates from the post office. The largest volume discounts are achieved by bundling multiple mailings together. As a result American small businesses are benefiting by using a third party service to consolidate their mailings with other companies to attain the most favorable international postage rates. Mail is strategically entered  into foreign postal systems where volume discount agreements are offered by a variety of international post offices.

International Postal Rates are Very High for Small Businesses

Escalating international postal rates pose challenges for companies looking to manage expenses. Mail consolidators are able to take advantage of international postal presorts, and customers save up to 50% to over countries. Services vary from first class postage rates to e-Packet delivery to direct entry services into specific 180 countries. Consequently choosing the right service ensures lower postage costs, faster mail delivery, and improved localization.

Mail Consolidators Reduce Costs for E-commerce Companies

E-commerce businesses face the constant challenge of keeping delivery costs low. There is an abundance of different services, delivery methods, insurance options, and track & trace services to choose from, and figuring out the prepayment of duties & taxes is complicated. Using a third party mail consolidator certainly makes this simple and affordable. Consolidators offer International Parcel Services featuring the utilization of USPS services, direct access worldwide, and automated completion of customs export documentation. The time and money saved is tremendous, especially to Canada.

USPS First Class Postage Rates to Canada

Sending mail to Canada shouldn’t cost a fortune. So we consolidate mail and enter it into to the Canada Post at significant savings over US postage rates. Mail travels across the Canadian border and enters the Canada Post at the lowest possible rate. U.S. companies also benefit from a favorable exchange rate making international mail consolidators the best way to save when mailing Canada.

Consolidating with Atlas International Mail

Atlas is a leader in global mailing services. We’ve helped hundreds of companies save on rising international postage rates, and we can certainly consolidate your mail for maximum volume discounts. Even more we provide easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation.  Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.

Contact us for a free no obligation quote.  800-852-0889 or info@atlasintlmail.com

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International Mail Consolidators

International Mail Consolidators Discount U.S. Postage Rates

Above all Mail Consolidators save customers money over first class postage rates from the post office. The largest volume discounts are achieved by bundling multiple mailings together. As a result American small businesses are benefiting by using a third party service to consolidate their mailings with other companies to attain the most favorable international postage rates. Mail is strategically entered  into foreign postal systems where volume discount agreements are offered by a variety of international post offices.

International Postal Rates are Very High for Small Businesses

Escalating international postal rates pose challenges for companies looking to manage expenses. Mail consolidators are able to take advantage of international postal presorts, and customers save up to 50% to over countries. Services vary from first class postage rates to e-Packet delivery to direct entry services into specific 180 countries. Consequently choosing the right service ensures lower postage costs, faster mail delivery, and improved localization.

Mail Consolidators Reduce Costs for E-commerce Companies

E-commerce businesses face the constant challenge of keeping delivery costs low. There is an abundance of different services, delivery methods, insurance options, and track & trace services to choose from, and figuring out the prepayment of duties & taxes is complicated. Using a third party mail consolidator certainly makes this simple and affordable. Consolidators offer International Parcel Services featuring the utilization of USPS services, direct access worldwide, and automated completion of customs export documentation. The time and money saved is tremendous, especially to Canada.

USPS First Class Postage Rates to Canada

Sending mail to Canada shouldn’t cost a fortune. So we consolidate mail and enter it into to the Canada Post at significant savings over US postage rates. Mail travels across the Canadian border and enters the Canada Post at the lowest possible rate. U.S. companies also benefit from a favorable exchange rate making international mail consolidators the best way to save when mailing Canada.

Consolidating with Atlas International Mail

Atlas is a leader in global mailing services. We’ve helped hundreds of companies save on rising international postage rates, and we can certainly consolidate your mail for maximum volume discounts. Even more we provide easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation.  Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.

Contact us for a free no obligation quote.  800-852-0889 or info@atlasintlmail.com

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USPS Raised Prices Again

USPS Raised Prices Again in January

The USPS raised prices again, but Atlas International Mail has alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether. Additionally, the USPS will no longer send First-Class Mail International Service for Flats containing merchandise, but again Atlas has solutions in place for our customers. The price of a stamp is only increasing by a penny, but the USPS’s international services are increasing by an average of almost 4%. While the average increase is only about 2%, it comes after multiple rate increases in 2017.  These increases are bringing USPS prices closer to those of their UPS and FedEx competitors. As always, Atlas International Mail has strategies in place to help our customers save money and avoid the USPS raised prices.

Strong Global Growth Expected in 2018

According to Chief Economists the global economy will grow nearly 4% over the next two years. Much of the expected growth is due to the recent U.S. tax code changes. This should lead to increased investment in the U.S. and more trade and spending with our largest trading partners. Canada and Mexico are also expected to benefit greatly from the changes. Mail to Canada has already seen a spike in early January with many U.S. companies looking to rapidly increase business in Canada.

Atlas International Mail Reviews

As a member of the Better Business Bureau, Atlas International Mail is focused on keeping our customers happy. We are happy to help so many companies reduce their international postage rates. Our clients are quite diverse. They range from long standing members of the fortune 500, to innovative startups, charities, universities, and many more.  Here’s what one of customers had to say about us recently:

01/08/18

“I worked with Bill D. to ship a large order of books to a mission in Papua, New Guinea from New Hampshire. Bill was very helpful in getting us the best price. The prices he quoted was better than all the other companies that I had contacted prior to working with Atlas International Mail, Inc. Bill D. represented his company well with his patience in answering the many questions I had, as well as his assistance along the way. He also was quick to respond with any emails. Since we were shipping to a far off country. We remained in contact until the books arrived. Bill gave us the updated tracking of the order. The company kept us informed until the package arrived. I would recommend this company again. As a matter of fact I will be calling them soon to place another order. It was a good experience! Fr. M. was so happy to receive the books for his missionary library. We appreciated the help we received from Atlas. Thank you, *********************, NH”  Jeannine L .BBB Verified Reviewer

Thanks to Jeannine and many of our other valued clients, Atlas International Mail has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and 5 star reviews on Google, Facebook and more. Please follow the links below to learn more.

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USPS Raised Prices Again

USPS Raised Prices Again in January

The USPS raised prices again, but Atlas International Mail has alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether. Additionally, the USPS will no longer send First-Class Mail International Service for Flats containing merchandise, but again Atlas has solutions in place for our customers. The price of a stamp is only increasing by a penny, but the USPS’s international services are increasing by an average of almost 4%. While the average increase is only about 2%, it comes after multiple rate increases in 2017.  These increases are bringing USPS prices closer to those of their UPS and FedEx competitors. As always, Atlas International Mail has strategies in place to help our customers save money and avoid the USPS raised prices.

Strong Global Growth Expected in 2018

According to Chief Economists the global economy will grow nearly 4% over the next two years. Much of the expected growth is due to the recent U.S. tax code changes. This should lead to increased investment in the U.S. and more trade and spending with our largest trading partners. Canada and Mexico are also expected to benefit greatly from the changes. Mail to Canada has already seen a spike in early January with many U.S. companies looking to rapidly increase business in Canada.

Atlas International Mail Reviews

As a member of the Better Business Bureau, Atlas International Mail is focused on keeping our customers happy. We are happy to help so many companies reduce their international postage rates. Our clients are quite diverse. They range from long standing members of the fortune 500, to innovative startups, charities, universities, and many more.  Here’s what one of customers had to say about us recently:

01/08/18

“I worked with Bill D. to ship a large order of books to a mission in Papua, New Guinea from New Hampshire. Bill was very helpful in getting us the best price. The prices he quoted was better than all the other companies that I had contacted prior to working with Atlas International Mail, Inc. Bill D. represented his company well with his patience in answering the many questions I had, as well as his assistance along the way. He also was quick to respond with any emails. Since we were shipping to a far off country. We remained in contact until the books arrived. Bill gave us the updated tracking of the order. The company kept us informed until the package arrived. I would recommend this company again. As a matter of fact I will be calling them soon to place another order. It was a good experience! Fr. M. was so happy to receive the books for his missionary library. We appreciated the help we received from Atlas. Thank you, *********************, NH”  Jeannine L .BBB Verified Reviewer

Thanks to Jeannine and many of our other valued clients, Atlas International Mail has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and 5 star reviews on Google, Facebook and more. Please follow the links below to learn more.

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INTERNATIONAL MAIL UP TO 50% OFF first class stamp rate

Reduce Your Postage Costs up to 50%

International Mail doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Atlas International Mail provides expert and low-cost international mail services for U.S. companies. We mail to Canada, Europe, Asia, Latina America, and over 180 countries across the globe. We can save international mailers up to 50% off the first class stamp rate without reducing delivery speed.

International Mail Made Easy

How do we make it easy? First of all, we never makes you sign a contract, so you will never be locked into a service you don’t want. Also, there’s never any hidden fees or fuel charges. In addition to our upfront no-nonsense pricing, we also offer same day pickup. Finally, to make things as easy as possible, we also complete all required customs documentation. Hence, we make mailing easy.

International Mail Made Affordable

How do we make it affordable? Our ability to identify and employ unique international postage savings opportunities offered by major international postal administrations has made Atlas International Mail one of the world’s leading international mail service providers. We implement the latest international mail processing technologies to strategically dispatch publications, direct mail and parcels to all points worldwide. Through our extensive worldwide mailing network we have attained bulk mail discounts. We consolidate your mail and pass the volume discounts along to you. As a result, your mail is delivered around the globe quickly and more affordably than conventional mailing methods. Hence, we make mailing easy and affordable.

The Best Low Cost Mail Services for U.S. companies

Atlas strives to deliver the best low cost mail services for U.S. companies . We have been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Our clients range from E-Commerce startups and non-profits to popular direct marketers and vanguards of the Fortune 500. Our happy repeat customers and growing mail volumes have allowed us to negotiate better rates with our worldwide partners. As a result, our clients’ mailing costs are actually going down!

International Mailers Save money over first class stamp rate

Call Us Today at (800) 852-0889 for a Free Mail Consultation and No Obligation Quote.

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INTERNATIONAL MAIL UP TO 50% OFF first class stamp rate

Reduce Your Postage Costs up to 50%

International Mail doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Atlas International Mail provides expert and low-cost international mail services for U.S. companies. We mail to Canada, Europe, Asia, Latina America, and over 180 countries across the globe. We can save international mailers up to 50% off the first class stamp rate without reducing delivery speed.

International Mail Made Easy

How do we make it easy? First of all, we never makes you sign a contract, so you will never be locked into a service you don’t want. Also, there’s never any hidden fees or fuel charges. In addition to our upfront no-nonsense pricing, we also offer same day pickup. Finally, to make things as easy as possible, we also complete all required customs documentation. Hence, we make mailing easy.

International Mail Made Affordable

How do we make it affordable? Our ability to identify and employ unique international postage savings opportunities offered by major international postal administrations has made Atlas International Mail one of the world’s leading international mail service providers. We implement the latest international mail processing technologies to strategically dispatch publications, direct mail and parcels to all points worldwide. Through our extensive worldwide mailing network we have attained bulk mail discounts. We consolidate your mail and pass the volume discounts along to you. As a result, your mail is delivered around the globe quickly and more affordably than conventional mailing methods. Hence, we make mailing easy and affordable.

The Best Low Cost Mail Services for U.S. companies

Atlas strives to deliver the best low cost mail services for U.S. companies . We have been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Our clients range from E-Commerce startups and non-profits to popular direct marketers and vanguards of the Fortune 500. Our happy repeat customers and growing mail volumes have allowed us to negotiate better rates with our worldwide partners. As a result, our clients’ mailing costs are actually going down!

International Mailers Save money over first class stamp rate

Call Us Today at (800) 852-0889 for a Free Mail Consultation and No Obligation Quote.

Atlas International Mail to CanadaAtlas International FacebookAtlas International Mail LinkedIn@AtlasSteve

 

 

 

 

 

USPS Rate Increase Takes Effect August 20th

USPS Rate Increases

Reminder: USPS Rate Increase takes effect August 20, 2017. The impact is most significant on IPA and ISAL, the USPS’ wholesale international mail services. The cost of sending letters via of IPA and ISAL and flats via ISAL are increasing substantially.These new increases are in addition to the recently implemented January 2017 increase of 3.5%-5%.  Also this mid-year rate change means three price increases in a 12month period!  We know this is a burden to customers using ISAL and IPA and therefore may be harmful to USPS revenues.

What can we do about the USPS Rate Increase ?

Let’s bypass the USPS Altogether.

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place.  Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

The Atlas Solution: Priority Standard International Service

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia Post, BPost (Belgium), Deutsche Post (Germany), An Post (Ireland), La Poste (France), Royal Mail (UK), Sweden Post, Swiss Post, Canada Post, Malaysia Post, Singapore Post, Mexico Post, Brazil Post, Czech Post and Magyar Post (Hungary).    The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Contact Atlas International Mail today, and get a competitive price quote.

Send us and email or call 800-852-0889

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USPS Rate Increase Takes Effect August 20th

USPS Rate Increases

Reminder: USPS Rate Increase takes effect August 20, 2017. The impact is most significant on IPA and ISAL, the USPS’ wholesale international mail services. The cost of sending letters via of IPA and ISAL and flats via ISAL are increasing substantially.These new increases are in addition to the recently implemented January 2017 increase of 3.5%-5%.  Also this mid-year rate change means three price increases in a 12month period!  We know this is a burden to customers using ISAL and IPA and therefore may be harmful to USPS revenues.

What can we do about the USPS Rate Increase ?

Let’s bypass the USPS Altogether.

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place.  Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

The Atlas Solution: Priority Standard International Service

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia Post, BPost (Belgium), Deutsche Post (Germany), An Post (Ireland), La Poste (France), Royal Mail (UK), Sweden Post, Swiss Post, Canada Post, Malaysia Post, Singapore Post, Mexico Post, Brazil Post, Czech Post and Magyar Post (Hungary).    The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Contact Atlas International Mail today, and get a competitive price quote.

Send us and email or call 800-852-0889

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INTERNATIONAL MAIL UP TO 50% OFF

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USPS Confirms IPA and ISAL Rate Hike

IPA and ISAL Rates are Going Up

USPS International rates are increasing again, effective August 20, 2017. The impact is most significant on IPA and ISAL, the USPS’ wholesale international mail services. The cost of sending letters via of IPA and ISAL and flats via ISAL are increasing substantially.

Universal Postal Unions impact on IPA and ISAL

On January 1st 2018, the USPS is restricting the use of IPA and ISAL letter and flat rate categories to documents only. This may impact publishers of magazines, journals and newspapers whose publications may be considered goods. This may be a direct result of the UPU’s (Universal Postal Union) Integrated Product Plan that was passed last year. UPU member countries voted to distinguish mail items by content as either documents or goods, in order to create a world-wide standard. Obviously, there are some grey areas that still need to be worked out.  So we will keep you posted on any developments.

What can we do about IPA and ISAL Rate Hikes?

Let’s bypass the USPS Altogether. Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place.  Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide, and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the rate hike and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

The Atlas Solution: Priority Standard International Service

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia Post, BPost (Belgium), Deutsche Post (Germany), An Post (Ireland), La Poste (France), Royal Mail (UK), Sweden Post, Swiss Post, Canada Post, Malaysia Post, Singapore Post, Mexico Post, Brazil Post, Czech Post and Magyar Post (Hungary).    The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Contact Atlas International Mail today, and get a competitive price quote.

800-852-0889

Contact UsAtlas International MailAtlas International Mail to Canada

Home

INTERNATIONAL MAIL UP TO 50% OFF

Priority Standard International

International Priority Airmail (IPA)

Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about different rate changes and Atlas’s services.

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USPS Confirms IPA and ISAL Rate Hike

IPA and ISAL Rates are Going Up

USPS International rates are increasing again, effective August 20, 2017. The impact is most significant on IPA and ISAL, the USPS’ wholesale international mail services. The cost of sending letters via of IPA and ISAL and flats via ISAL are increasing substantially.

Universal Postal Unions impact on IPA and ISAL

On January 1st 2018, the USPS is restricting the use of IPA and ISAL letter and flat rate categories to documents only. This may impact publishers of magazines, journals and newspapers whose publications may be considered goods. This may be a direct result of the UPU’s (Universal Postal Union) Integrated Product Plan that was passed last year. UPU member countries voted to distinguish mail items by content as either documents or goods, in order to create a world-wide standard. Obviously, there are some grey areas that still need to be worked out.  So we will keep you posted on any developments.

What can we do about IPA and ISAL Rate Hikes?

Let’s bypass the USPS Altogether. Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place.  Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide, and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the rate hike and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

The Atlas Solution: Priority Standard International Service

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia Post, BPost (Belgium), Deutsche Post (Germany), An Post (Ireland), La Poste (France), Royal Mail (UK), Sweden Post, Swiss Post, Canada Post, Malaysia Post, Singapore Post, Mexico Post, Brazil Post, Czech Post and Magyar Post (Hungary).    The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Contact Atlas International Mail today, and get a competitive price quote.

800-852-0889

Contact UsAtlas International MailAtlas International Mail to Canada

Home

INTERNATIONAL MAIL UP TO 50% OFF

Priority Standard International

International Priority Airmail (IPA)

Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about different rate changes and Atlas’s services.