Post Views1024There’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 Views1823Big business decisions are never easy or fun – especially when it concerns a close business relationship such as […]
How to Work Around Container Shortages
Post Views4868Unless 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 Views6451Foreign Trade Zones are incredibly beneficial to a few different types of companies in the U.S. Import tariffs and […]
From Port-To-Pickup – The Process
Post Views8918Unnecessary trips for cargo that isn’t yet ready end up costing you a lot of money. If you’ve worked […]
Want to Know Your Estimated Duty Rate? Get an Estimate Today!
Post Views10821Any 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 Views9957There 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 Views10638Trying 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 Views10745It’s no doubt that the shipping industry is being hit hard in recent months. Getting cargo overseas or importing […]
Boxes Lost at Sea? Why Cargo Insurance is So Important
Post Views11514Working in the shipping game means you assume a lot of risk. The carriers you work with, the freight […]
RFQ Planning: What to Ask Potential Freight Forwarders
Post Views11510The first couple months after the new year are a pretty common time for shippers to consider switching their […]
What is Carrier Legal Liability?
Post Views15567Working in shipping means you’re always dealing with risk. Risk with how your supply chain is set up, risk […]
What is Inherent Vice of Cargo?
Post Views16052Bad news with anything related to international cargo is always a huge bummer. Generally speaking, if something goes badly, […]
What Are Customs Exam Fees?
Post Views14480Perhaps one of the most common reasons shippers change their shipping providers is over hidden or surprise fees. Shipping […]
What is a Zone Rate?
Post Views26360Freight rates can get pretty complicated. If you’ve ever looked at your freight bills, you’ve probably noticed a pretty […]