Educational Blog about Shipping and Freight
If you are an exporter and especially if you are exporting for the first time, you should have a checklist of points to consider before packing your cargo.. Here are 5 main points you should consider before packing your cargo.. Read more
Is there a connection between Incoterms and the shipping line..?? Are Shipping Lines concerned with Incoterms®..?? Read more
Intermodal Asia took place 21st-23rd March 2017, welcoming a record number of visitors to its 4th edition in Shanghai, China. With more than 8,500 visitors, 160 global exhibitors and 85 expert speakers, Intermodal Asia successfully brought together the senior decision makers from the container and intermodal industry to network, learn and do business with new and existing customers. Read more
I would like to know your opinion on a question regarding supplier selling on FOB to help answer a question by a reader.. :) Read more
What is distressed cargo and when does it occur..?? As those in the shipping industry are aware and those who are new to the industry... Read more
Why is the containerised trade considered the most versatile among the shipping trades..?? Because of the sheer variety of cargo that is transported around the world in containers.. Using the various container sizes, types and dimensions available in the trade today, one can transport almost all types of cargoes around the world.. Read more
In recognition of the seafarer's contribution to global trade, every year on the 25th of June the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) celebrates DAY OF THE SEAFARER to celebrate seafarers and let the world know how and why seafarers are indispensable to everyone.. Here's why #seafarersmatter and how you can assist in acknowledging their services to the industry.. Read more
How many original bills of lading must I surrender to get release of cargo..?? This question popped up on my comments and emails quite a few times since the beginning of this year and therefore I decided to write this short note to answer it.. Read more
Known by many names including Cut-off time, Gate Cut-off etc, the term STACK DATE has a massive significance in the shipment of a container and is a crucial element in the whole export cycle.. For the sake of simplicity I will refer to it as stack date or stack period throughout this article.. Read on to understand more about it.. Read more
Which are the best suited truck scales for freight forwarders and related transport companies..?? A look at the various options available to the forwarder.. Read more