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What is a Duty Drawback?
We all love a refund when possible, don’t we? Luckily, with duty drawbacks, the possibility of getting a refund on […]
What is a Switch Bill Of Lading?
While there are tons of documents you undoubtedly deal with on a day-to-day basis while working in the shipping industry, […]
From Port-To-Pickup – The Process
Unnecessary trips for cargo that isn’t yet ready end up costing you a lot of money. If you’ve worked in […]
The Importance of Loading Shipping Containers Correctly
Cargo damage isn’t fun for anyone, and unfortunately it happens more than any of us would like to think. With […]
Boxes Lost at Sea? Why Cargo Insurance is So Important
Working in the shipping game means you assume a lot of risk. The carriers you work with, the freight forwarder […]
Improving Supply Chain Visibility Using Interlog’s Tracking Technology
We hear the term “visibility” thrown around a lot in the supply chain industry, and for good reason. From time […]
How Do I Know If I Need Cargo Insurance?
For most businesses, the word insurance often just feels like another unnecessary cost. I mean, we all understand that the […]
Advantages of Using a Freight Forwarder in the Face of Disruptions
There’s no doubt that 2020 has taken its toll on businesses around the globe. While certain industries have been hit […]
Project Cargo: How to Find The Right Freight Forwarder
Project cargo sure is appropriately named – it’s a lot to deal with. Aside from the logistics of getting a […]
2020 Recap and How to Set Your Company Up for Success in 2021
2020 was a hard year for any of us. Most businesses saw the coronavirus affect their bottom line negatively, and […]
4 Tips: Minimizing International Shipping Risk in 2021
If 2020 has proven anything to us all, it’s that you need to expect the unexpected. Risk poses an actual […]
Difference Between a Seaway Bill and a Bill Of Lading
We have talked a lot about Bills Of Lading in the past – it seems to be one of the […]
What is a Seaway Bill?
If you’re frequently shipping by sea, the chances are at least somewhat high that you’ve heard the term “seaway bill” […]
What is Bulk Cargo?
Every industry is exposed to entirely unique shipping circumstances. AMS Customs has their own procedure for every type of commodity […]