Post Views1008There’s no doubt that 2020 took its toll on the shipping industry. Shippers, freight forwarders, and carriers alike were […]
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Is There a “Good Time” To Switch Freight Forwarders?
Post Views1807Big business decisions are never easy or fun – especially when it concerns a close business relationship such as […]
When Should You Start Preparing for Peak Season?
Post Views3130If 2020 has taught us all anything, it’s that preparation is essential in all facets of business – especially […]
Things Your Forwarder Should Do to Get You Correct Availability
Post Views3350There’s nothing more stressful than missing availability on a vessel. If you, your team, and your clients are relying […]
Is Switching from Ocean to Air Transport Worth It?
Post Views4730Ocean shipping is by far the most common method used for international shipments, and for good reason. It’s one […]
How to Work Around Container Shortages
Post Views4857Unless you’ve been asleep for the last year, you’ve probably noticed that the shipping industry has been hit pretty […]
Benefits of Foreign Trade Zones
Post Views6440Foreign Trade Zones are incredibly beneficial to a few different types of companies in the U.S. Import tariffs and […]
What is a Duty Drawback?
Post Views7409We all love a refund when possible, don’t we? Luckily, with duty drawbacks, the possibility of getting a refund […]
What is a Switch Bill Of Lading?
Post Views7792While there are tons of documents you undoubtedly deal with on a day-to-day basis while working in the shipping […]
From Port-To-Pickup – The Process
Post Views8904Unnecessary trips for cargo that isn’t yet ready end up costing you a lot of money. If you’ve worked […]
The Importance of Loading Shipping Containers Correctly
Post Views8759Cargo damage isn’t fun for anyone, and unfortunately it happens more than any of us would like to think. […]
Want to Know Your Estimated Duty Rate? Get an Estimate Today!
Post Views10812Any cargo with commercial value in excess of $2,500 entering the U.S. is subject to duties and taxes. But […]
What Are Bonded Goods?
Post Views9949There are a ton of steps involved in any import to the U.S. It can be overwhelming when first […]
Why All Trade Lane Costs Vary Significantly
Post Views10629Trying to pin down exactly what your freight costs will be for every shipment can be an illusive goal. […]
Port Congestion: Is Re-Routing a Better Option?
Post Views10737It’s no doubt that the shipping industry is being hit hard in recent months. Getting cargo overseas or importing […]