The Art of Shipping Blog | Prime Lane

The global shipping landscape has shifted again in 2026, with two major changes affecting the cost of transporting artwork internationally: new temporary U.S. tariffs and a rise i...  more  

The United States has introduced a new round of tariffs — but this time, the legal foundation is very different from the one used in recent years. After a major Supreme Court rulin...  more  

In the art world, logistics is often viewed as a necessary expense — something that simply “has to be done” to move a piece from A to B. But the truth is far more strategic. For ga...  more  

How Prime Lane brings creative work safely and seamlessly into the world Most people see an artwork only in its final form: perfectly lit, elegantly framed, and hanging with quiet...  more  

The 2022 EU VAT directive has reshaped art logistics in Europe by lowering costs, simplifying compliance, and encouraging cross-border trade. For galleries, collectors, and logisti...  more  

If you’ve ever tried to move goods across borders, you’ll know that customs paperwork can feel like a maze. One of the most important keys to unlocking that maze is the EORI number...  more  

Understanding CITES, ATA Carnets, and Temporary Admission: Essential Tools for Safe and Compliant Shipping  more  

International art scams are on the rise, targeting artists with fake buyers, cloned galleries, and urgent shipping requests. This blog post explores common tactics used by scammers...  more  

While many platforms fall into the trap of enshittification, Prime Lane stands apart by consistently delivering excellence, transparency, and care—just ask our customers on Google ...  more  

Understanding the US Reciprocal Tariffs, a new trade policy introduced by Executive Order in April 2025, which imposes a 10% duty on most imported goods starting April 5th. The mea...  more