Fast shipping service was once considered to be nothing more than an expensive convenience for shippers and a source of … Read More
How E-Commerce is Extending the Peak Season for Cargo Companies
E-commerce has emerged as one of the most important trends in the shipping industry. It allows companies that operate in … Read More
Cargo Catches Fire Moments Before it is Loaded on Plane at Hong Kong Airport
There was an incident at Hong Kong airport on Monday, 10/9 when an oil spillage from a lifting platform caused … Read More
Ocean Freight vs. Air Freight: 5 Factors to Think About
Deciding whether to ship via ocean or air can make or break a business. It is a significant cost that … Read More
Why Air Freight Rates from China are Rising
Christmas will be here in less than a month. Hard to believe, isn’t it? With the holiday season just around … Read More
Introducing, LILLY’s Air Division!
It’s been incubating. It’s been perfected. And now it’s being introduced to our client base! LILLY’s new air freigjht division … Read More
Funniest Shipping and Logistics Moments Caught on Camera
Lilly + Associates International compiled a list of the funniest shipping and transportation photos. Logistics professionals have a tough job, … Read More
Benefits of Freight Forwarder Versus a Transportation Carrier
When shipping internationally, companies are faced with the important decision of whether to work with an international freight forwarder or … Read More
Why is China VAT Charged When Freight is FOB?
The international freight forwarding industry as a whole has been working to understand the true scope of the new China … Read More