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Letter of Indemnity: Why a Handshake Isn’t Enough for Shipping Transactions
The international shipping industry really relies on conversations. If you’ve ever dealt with an international shipping transactions, you know that […]
Air Freight: What is a Unit Load Device (ULD)?
Air freight operates quite a bit differently than ocean freight. In ocean freight, it feels like you’re in charge of […]
Why Was My Cargo Rolled?
Aren’t you glad you picked the most stress-free, easy going, uncomplicated career choice? We didn’t think that was the case… […]
Imports: When is a Power Of Attorney Needed?
As you might imagine, there’s a ton of security surrounding U.S. imports. Customs is incredibly careful regarding what comes in, […]
3 Types of Air Service
If you plan on shipping your cargo via air, or are already doing so, you most likely know all the […]
Should I Ship By LCL or Air?
Shippers tend to put a lot of emphasis on the difference between road, air, and rail, but when it comes […]
Understanding Merchandise Processing Fee
It can be hard to keep track of all the charges associated with a shipment. Everything from the big line […]
Avoiding Disasters with AMS Customs
No one wins when fighting with AMS Customs. Well…actually, AMS Customs wins. Point is, getting in trouble with AMS Customs […]
How Bunker Adjustment (BAF) Factor Affects Your Freight Costs
There are enough charges in the international shipping industry to give anyone a headache. Not only are there tons of […]
Importance of Accurate Packing Lists
You’ve probably received an earful throughout your career in shipping on the importance of document correctness. But as you’ve most […]
Is Air Transport Ever Cheaper than Ocean Transport?
Freight expenses often comprise some of the largest numbers on company budgets. Not only are you factoring in the cost […]
How to Deal with a Blank or Void Sailing
If you recently received bad news about a blank sailing – we’re sorry. They can be incredibly frustrating for shippers, […]
What Are Anti-Dumping Duties?
If you’ve worked in international shipping for a considerable amount of time, you’re plenty familiar with the topic of duties […]
Air Cargo Consolidation: Things to Be Aware Of
Air shipping is gaining more and more attention as time goes on. The demand for frequent deliveries, delivery speed, and […]