To ship cargo on a passenger flight here in the United States — “passenger” being the operative word here — […]
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Cross-Border Transport: What to Look For in a Carrier
Cross-border transport continues to grow as companies expand their business operations and customer bases outside their country. But looking beyond […]
What Is All-Risk Insurance and What Does It Mean for Me?
If you’ve ever wondered why companies worry about cargo insurance, it’s really rather simple: There’s a lot on the line […]
How to Avoid Delays at Customs When Importing
For the most part, customs entry difficulties and sluggishness are due to a combination of new anti-terrorism rules and increased […]
Customs Bonds: What You Need to Know
If your company imports goods into the United States, compliance with government laws and regulations is important, and one such […]
Break Bulk Shipping: What You Need to Know About Shipping Oversized Cargo
Most companies never need to look much beyond the more traditional shipping methods to move their goods. They can pack […]
5 Things to Do When Importing Goods to the U.S.
Importing goods to the U.S. isn’t as cut and dry as just shepherding your new arrivals through customs. Goods brought […]
4 Commonly Overlooked Pitfalls of FCL Shipping
When transporting any cargo internationally, you’re left with one huge decision: which shipping method will deliver freight on time for […]
Are You Paying For Someone Else’s Cargo: General Average Law
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is an independent federal agency responsible for the regulations of ocean-borne international shipping. Due to […]
Air Transport: What to Consider
By now, you probably know the advantages of using air transport to ship goods. You can literally fly cargo to […]
Difference Between Freight Release and Telex Release
You’re already familiar with the term Bill Of Lading (BOL) if you’ve ever shipped cargo before. The BOL is essentially a contract […]