Post Views1004There’s no doubt that 2020 took its toll on the shipping industry. Shippers, freight forwarders, and carriers alike were […]
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Want to Know Your Estimated Duty Rate? Get an Estimate Today!
Post Views10809Any cargo with commercial value in excess of $2,500 entering the U.S. is subject to duties and taxes. But […]
Why All Trade Lane Costs Vary Significantly
Post Views10627Trying to pin down exactly what your freight costs will be for every shipment can be an illusive goal. […]
RFQ Planning: What to Ask Potential Freight Forwarders
Post Views11506The first couple months after the new year are a pretty common time for shippers to consider switching their […]
Advantages of Using a Freight Forwarder in the Face of Disruptions
Post Views14103There’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 Views11952Project cargo sure is appropriately named – it’s a lot to deal with. Aside from the logistics of getting […]
What is Inherent Vice of Cargo?
Post Views16047Bad news with anything related to international cargo is always a huge bummer. Generally speaking, if something goes badly, […]
What Are Customs Exam Fees?
Post Views14476Perhaps one of the most common reasons shippers change their shipping providers is over hidden or surprise fees. Shipping […]
What is a Seaway Bill?
Post Views13802If you’re frequently shipping by sea, the chances are at least somewhat high that you’ve heard the term “seaway […]
What is a GRI in International Shipping?
Post Views18031There are several different types of charges associated with international shipping. Unfortunately, you have probably grown accustomed to seeing […]
What is a Zone Rate?
Post Views26356Freight rates can get pretty complicated. If you’ve ever looked at your freight bills, you’ve probably noticed a pretty […]
Are You Aware of Peak Season Surcharges?
Post Views28440We all wish that shipping was a simple, easy-to-predict line item on a final invoice. Unfortunately for those who […]
Should I Ship By LCL or Air?
Post Views28987Shippers tend to put a lot of emphasis on the difference between road, air, and rail, but when it […]
Understanding Merchandise Processing Fee
Post Views16714It can be hard to keep track of all the charges associated with a shipment. Everything from the big […]
How to Evaluate Your New Transportation Vendor
Post Views13845Selecting a new transportation vendor can be a complicated process. It takes in depth research, thoughtful planning, and evaluation […]