Seaports have long been an intrinsic part of international trade, and with more than 90% of the worlds’ traded goods being transported by sea, the ocean is without doubt one of the major transport arteries for global business. The importance of seaports on an international, national and regional basis stretches far beyond the facilitation of…
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Choosing the right freight forwarding company for your business is extremely important, as you want to find a company you can trust with your business or personal imports and exports. Before you choose a freight forwarder there are some essential questions you should ask them to make sure you know they’re the right company for…
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Until recently more than 90% of the world’s goods were transported by sea freight, with 70% shipped as containerised cargo. Ocean or sea freight has been responsible for such volumes largely due to costs, with ocean freight shipping charges often more than 12-16x less per kg than that of air cargo. This is however no…
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Logistics management is an important part of any supply chain, as a successful logistics plan ensures that the whole supply chain runs smoothly. This is not only beneficial to your business, but also ensures your customers are kept happy by receiving their goods in a timely and efficient manner. Below, we have put together some…
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Are you considering using a freight forwarder for your business import and export needs? If you’re unsure whether you need a freight forwarding company to help with the transportation of goods, take a look at our extensive guide below. We go into detail about what freight forwarding is, the different services available and the benefits…
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Every year there are key dates in the logistics calendar to watch out for if you frequently import and export goods across the world. These dates can impact lead times and cause delays to your shipments. If you plan ahead accordingly, you can avoid any issues or delays with your supply chain and ensure your…
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Logistics management is a crucial component of supply chain management which facilitates the efficient and effective transportation and storage of goods (raw materials or finished products) across the world. You might have heard the terms ‘reverse logistics’, or ‘third party logistics’, but what do those terms mean? How do the different types of logistics differ?…
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Shipping and aviation industries have been around for a very long time, with shipping being one of the oldest and most important industries in the world. With this, there are a lot of interesting facts about ships and aeroplanes from over the years that you may not know. Take a look through our list of…
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When it comes to freight shipping, whether it’s for private or commercial purposes, you’ll first need to decide upon the most appropriate form of freight transportation for your requirements. Typically this will be decided by factors including the size, weight and type of cargo needing to be transported, as well as the cost limitations and…
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There are many factors to consider when you are looking at logistics for your business. We have put together the below infographic with our four top considerations to help you understand the differences between Sea Freight and Air Freight and how to choose the right path for your business. Transcript Sea Freight Versus Air Freight…
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