Container pinch slows shipments

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An unavailability of shipping containers in the Far East has slowed the import of furnitures from the region to the US, resulting in rising shipping costs. The lack of shipping containers, attributed to the decline of imports from the region due to the Asian financial crisis, has even affected such places as Hong Kong and Singapore, areas considered as the region's shipping hubs. US companies, which have continued to maintain their prices despite an increase in the shipping cost, have reacted to the problem by trying to increase their inventories.

Asia, Imports, Exports

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American Drew teams with Bob Mackie for licensed line

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American Drew, a case goods manufacturer, has joined forces with multi-awarded fashion designer Bob Mackie to offer the Bob Mackie Home collection. The 45-piece line of dining room, bedroom and occasional furniture will be unveiled in October 1998. Bob Mackie Home will combine cherry solids and veneers in two finishes, rich black cherry and silver-accented parchment. The bed, dresser, chest and mirror will carry retail prices of $5,000, while the table, china and chairs will be sold for $7,000.

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Join forces with American Drew to offer its line of bedroom, dining room and furniture

Strategic alliances, Wood Dining & Kitchen Furniture, American Drew, Bob Mackie Home

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