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Third Largest Ocean Carrier in the World is Setting a Maximum for Container Rates
Reports have it that CMA CGM just announced they are suspending spot rate increases until February of next year (2022). […]
More Air Freight Options Coming in August
If you’ve been dealing with air freight over the last several months, chances are high that your patience is really […]
Why RFQ’s Are Not a Beneficial Option Now
RFQ’s are perhaps the most widely used method when searching for a new freight forwarder. Shippers are pretty much only […]
New GRI for Transpacific Eastbound to USA and What to Consider
It’s no secret that demand is at an all-time high in the shipping industry. We hear stories left and right […]
What to Expect in the Coming Months for Air Freight
It’s safe to assume that almost every single shipper has experienced the repercussions of the last year and a half […]
Importers: What to Expect for Shipping Rates as the New Norm
Imports continue to rise as consumer demand increases. That’s great news for U.S. importers! But as we’ve seen in 2020, […]
Pandemic Update: What to Remember as We Head into Spring and Summer
There’s no doubt that 2020 took its toll on the shipping industry. Shippers, freight forwarders, and carriers alike were taken […]
Want to Know Your Estimated Duty Rate? Get an Estimate Today!
Any cargo with commercial value in excess of $2,500 entering the U.S. is subject to duties and taxes. But there’s […]
Why All Trade Lane Costs Vary Significantly
Trying to pin down exactly what your freight costs will be for every shipment can be an illusive goal. It […]
RFQ Planning: What to Ask Potential Freight Forwarders
The first couple months after the new year are a pretty common time for shippers to consider switching their freight […]
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 […]
What is Inherent Vice of Cargo?
Bad news with anything related to international cargo is always a huge bummer. Generally speaking, if something goes badly, it’s […]
What Are Customs Exam Fees?
Perhaps one of the most common reasons shippers change their shipping providers is over hidden or surprise fees. Shipping costs […]