The shipping industry is almost always in a state of flux, with frequent and sweeping changes. The challenges and opportunities … Read More
Requesting a Freight Quote? Here’s What You Should Know
Getting a proper and affordable freight quote is an important step when you’re shipping goods internationally. Every business works on … Read More
Are You Choosing the Best Ocean Carrier For Your Shipments?
Selecting the right carrier is one of the most important logistics decisions you can make when it comes to your … Read More
The Unpredictable GRI: Implementation and Effects on Ocean Shipping
A General Rate Increase (GRI) is the average amount by which a carrier increases their base ocean freight rates along … Read More
10 Ways to Make Importing From China Simple and Stress-Free
Importing from China doesn’t have to be incredibly expensive and isn’t reserved for large, international companies. The internet has allowed … Read More
Foreign-to-Foreign Shipments: Advantages, Risks, Process and Documentation
Are you a trader with exports and imports to and from different countries? Do you take advantage of foreign-to-foreign shipping? … Read More
Understanding the SOLAS Container Weight Mandate
As of July 1, 2016 the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has made an amendment to the Safety of Life at … Read More
Are You Maximizing the Space in Your Shipping Container?
When you’re just getting started in logistics, shipping items in containers can feel like a difficult task. There are a … Read More
The Advantages of Shipping FOB vs CIF
When entering into a shipping agreement regarding goods to be transported by sea, the buyer and seller must decide which … Read More