Post Views1194We hear the term “visibility” thrown around a lot in the supply chain industry, and for good reason. From […]
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How Do I Know If I Need Cargo Insurance?
Post Views1929For most businesses, the word insurance often just feels like another unnecessary cost. I mean, we all understand that […]
Advantages of Using a Freight Forwarder in the Face of Disruptions
Post Views3561There’s no doubt that 2020 has taken its toll on businesses around the globe. While certain industries have been […]
Project Cargo: How to Find The Right Freight Forwarder
Post Views4538Project cargo sure is appropriately named – it’s a lot to deal with. Aside from the logistics of getting […]
2020 Recap and How to Set Your Company Up for Success in 2021
Post Views55682020 was a hard year for any of us. Most businesses saw the coronavirus affect their bottom line negatively, […]
4 Tips: Minimizing International Shipping Risk in 2021
Post Views10724If 2020 has proven anything to us all, it’s that you need to expect the unexpected. Risk poses an […]
Difference Between a Seaway Bill and a Bill Of Lading
Post Views10831We have talked a lot about Bills Of Lading in the past – it seems to be one of […]
What is a Seaway Bill?
Post Views12710If you’re frequently shipping by sea, the chances are at least somewhat high that you’ve heard the term “seaway […]
What is Bulk Cargo?
Post Views15102Every industry is exposed to entirely unique shipping circumstances. AMS Customs has their own procedure for every type of […]
What is a Split Shipment?
Post Views23066Air shipping has probably risen in popularity over the last 5 years more than ever. And it’s not usually […]
Are You Aware of Peak Season Surcharges?
Post Views27495We all wish that shipping was a simple, easy-to-predict line item on a final invoice. Unfortunately for those who […]
Air Freight: Two Types of ULD for Air Cargo
Post Views26884Most of the international shipping debate between ocean cargo and air cargo revolves around three primary factors – cost, […]
What is Drayage Service?
Post Views30799If you are either new to international shipping, or are expanding your involvement with it, you’re bound to encounter […]
What Happens to My Rolled Cargo?
Post Views25130If you’re reading this post, we’re assuming you’ve encountered a rolled cargo scenario… And we’re sorry. It’s a huge […]
Air Freight: What is a Unit Load Device (ULD)?
Post Views25730Air freight operates quite a bit differently than ocean freight. In ocean freight, it feels like you’re in charge […]