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It’s been a topsy turvy six months in the world of freight – and in the world in general – but there are some things importers can always rely on. For example, peak season. When is Peak Shipping Season 2020 for Importers? Top 5 Questions for Peak Season 2020 Do you anticipate another increase in […]
Alibaba & Freightos Alibaba.com & Freightos.com: Shipping & Logistics Partners Shipping with Alibaba.com has never been easier. Thanks to a new partnership, shippers can now easily book and manage their shipments using Alibaba.com Freight Powered by Freightos. It’s just another way that Freightos.com is bringing smooth shipping to importers around the world. When […]
Avoiding Customs Clearance Delays & Issues Importing globally? Customs can take a long time to learn, so this guide isn’t intended to turn you into a customs expert. What it will do is make you into a more empowered and informed importer so that you will know the right questions to ask and how to […]
If you are into the business of shipping goods all over the United States by truck, cost, on-time delivery, and the security of your shipment are the three factors that will likely keep you up at night. And while there are various approaches to shipping goods and calculating the cost and all other logistics associated […]
If you’re not as of now utilizing partial truckload, you may not realize it exists, due to how immensely underutilized it is by shippers, surprisingly, it may even offer the most advantages. Partial truckload is the forgotten middle child between less than truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FTL). It is occasionally called “volume LTL” by […]
As any number of logistics and trucking experts will tell you, the trucking market is complicated. Learn how to calculate truck shipping rates, why they’re important & more here.
Everything you need to know about trade financing for international freight, including terms for securing financing, typical interest conditions, key terminology, and more.
Freight shipping. In theory it doesn’t sound thrilling, but in fact, it can actually be really exciting to move goods around the world, creating something thousands of miles away and delivering it to happy customers. However, freight shipping can be complicated. That means you can run into snags that end up costing you time and […]
With the spread of COVID-19, many shippers have turned to importing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). There is certainly high demand for PPE, like facemasks, but since these items are highly regulated, it’s important to make sure you meet all the guidelines to avoid delays or cancellations of your shipments. We turned to the experts to […]
Coronavirus Shipping – What You Need To Know COVID-19 has caused major disruptions to logistics and shipping around the world. We’ve gathered our best resources to keep you informed – and help you keep your goods moving. Coronavirus Impact on Supply Chain & On the Economy The impact of coronavirus on the supply side in […]
By Robert Khachatryan Amazon shipping during COVID-19 Amazon seems to have fulfilled its goal of adding 100,000 employees to meet the heightened demand for essential products. It has also started to lift some of the restrictions for inbound shipments of non-essential goods. However, the rapidly-changing reality of “shelter in place” continues to pose new challenges. […]
Ship at high volumes? Ship large items like furniture, fragile ones like ceramics, or large, fragile ones like flat-screen TVs? You are very likely an FCL shipper. But that doesn’t mean everything about FCL is clear. That’s why we consulted the experts and put together this guide to FCL. Read on to learn everything you […]
Last updated: September 13, 2020 How coronavirus is impacting the economy and the global supply chain With months of COVID-19 related disruptions and trends, importers continue to face uncertainty in freight pricing, capacity, and demand volume across all modes of transport. Alongside preparing for Peak Season 2020, from October 1st to 8th manufacturing will shut […]
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) – a UN agency responsible for marine safety – has passed the IMO 2020. Here’s everything you need to know. What is IMO 2020? IMO 2020 is a regulation to reduce the amount of sulfur oxide, a harmful pollutant, that ships are permitted to emit. Starting January 1, 2020, ships […]
Part of the Comprehensive Incoterms Guide Prior to the release of the ICC Incoterms 2020 update, this incoterm was known as DAT. The substance of the incoterm has remained the same. DPU In Plain English Where Is The Named Place For Handing Over Responsibility From The Seller To The Buyer? What Does The ICC […]
There comes a point in every shipper’s life when they start daydreaming about container interior dimensions and consolidation centers. Well, maybe not daydreaming. But at least realizing that it’s time to decide if LCL shipping is right for them. If you have a smaller freight shipment, take a look at this guide to learn all […]
We spoke with David Kadish of Primorus Worldwide to learn the basics of air freight. Tune in!
By Brandon Rollins Shipping damage is a major hassle– and unfortunately common. In fact, as many as 10% of eCommerce packages arrive damaged. And while this is obviously a concern for buyers, sellers are affected too. Even if the seller is not at fault for the damage, they’ll likely still take the heat – and […]