Cyzerg

JUNE 3, 2017

Failing to store cargo in the most appropriate location so also puts at risk the security/integrity of the cargo and/or the safety of the employees. Warehouse managers suggest that inventory control (53 percent), picking (47 percent), put-away & replenishment (45 percent) are the most inefficient warehouse processes.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

But if you can reduce cargo and shipping damage , you can cut shipping costs. Everything from the packaging materials you use within boxes to the boxes themselves, pallets, wrap, and containers should be chosen based on the level of protection your cargo needs. Choose Packaging and Pallets Carefully. Use Damage Indicators.

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ShipLilly

JULY 7, 2021

The holidays are with us and there is a new report out warning shippers and drivers to guard against cargo theft. The July Fourth risks of losing cargo are well known in the industry. million worth of cargo was stolen in the last half a decade. What does a cargo heist look like? Key risk assessments for cargo thefts.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

APRIL 11, 2020

From the time the first case of COVID-19 was announced in South Africa on the 5th of March 2020, there have been several changes in the regulations governing the movement of commercial cargo in SA via the ports. Cargo Ports & Terminals. Bulk & Breakbulk Cargo Terminals (all terminals are working with reduced labour force).

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Supply Chain and Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

A sign of the disruption of container shipping processes is the dumping of cargo in Singapore. This article discusses some of the issues in East Asian ports. While there’s hope that ocean carriers will divert ships there, we don’t know … Continue reading →

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

becomes a more cost-effective solution, companies will continue to import cargo from various places worldwide. This statement holds true for large project cargo. A prime example is that cargo ships have drastically increased in size over the last 50 years to handle the growing need for consumer goods. economy.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2021

This article quotes Carl Bentzel, an FMC commissioner, who says that there is increased concentration of the ocean shipping business, from no carrier having more than 4%, to around 10 carriers, half of whom have 12-20% each. Many supply chain … Continue reading →

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 18, 2022

We will also try to find out some ways to avoid these charges in this article. The other important purpose of demurrage and detention charges is “incentive for cargo movement, ensuring that merchants return containers as soon as possible for a fast turnaround.” We will examine what are these charges and their purposes.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Read the article to find out a bit about it. Notice all the things besides customs that a container or any cargo must meet. Brexit is causing customs delays that are causing problems for shippers and brokers. By Alex Whiteman … Continue reading →

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Supply Chain and Logistics

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

This article spells out some of the issues in demurrage charges rail lines are charging for cargoes that are not being removed from their premises. Demurrage is charged, say the rail lines, when cargo is left at a rail terminal … Continue reading →

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: 12 Smart Ways to Reduce Your Freight Costs. 3 Tips for Cargo Theft Prevention. Here are some tips and things to consider in routing your vehicle fleet. Is it Time for B2B Freight Providers to Learn From B2C?

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Freightos

AUGUST 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Transformative Role of AI in Air Cargo AI Popup #4 August 25, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More In the rapidly evolving air cargo industry, staying ahead of the curve requires the thoughtful integration of cutting-edge technologies.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Richard Butcher has written an interesting article on the large quantity of excess containers floating around the world today. Many of these containers are plugging up the yards of major and minor ports, causing longer delays in cargo handling. The … Continue reading →

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Supply Chain and Logistics

JULY 30, 2022

The Ukraine war provides a chance to see what disruption occurred and how it is impacting routes to move cargo in the area of the Black Sea. This article … Continue reading → It is interesting to hear about changes in regional supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. In another case, CMA CGM, one of the global leaders in cargo shipping, ultimately disabled its entire core IT systems in response to a cyberattack.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A couple of weeks ago I wrote an article outlining how cargo theft is on the rise. In the United States alone, cargo theft is a $15 to $35 billion industry. While cargo theft as a whole has increased 57 percent year-over-year, strategic theft has increased 600 percent from November to March.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: The Challenge of Freight Container Utilisation and Why it Matters. 3 Tips for Cargo Theft Prevention. So let us look at some of the right and easy ways. Container Freight Costs and Forecasting: Intrinsically Linked & Frustratingly Challenging.

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Even we have discussed the challenges logistics providers must overcome in recent articles like “ The State of U.S. In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. Types of Cargo. Rail and Ports.”. Benefits of Ocean Freight.

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West Coast and California Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

According to an article in FreightWaves , the U.S. Maritime Administration has announced nearly $450 million in FY22 competitive grant funding “for projects to help ports speed cargo flows and ultimately lower costs for consumers.”.

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Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 23, 2021

“What began as a surprising, ferocious consumer and personal protective equipment (PPE)-led cargo surge this spring had collided head-on with the operational realities of a raging pandemic,” JOC adds. For shippers, the impact on cargo flows was only worsening as 2020 came to a close.”. In another JOC outlook article , William B.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 10, 2020

In this article I unpack the difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain and how it is all connected, starting with some simple definitions of these terms. Shipping Business = the act of carriage of cargo from point A to point using the ships which falls under the Maritime industry. An estimated 89.5%

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That is a huge success story for the air cargo industry and as promised it has brought significant efficiencies. Speed and Urgency : Air cargo is used for faster shipping options, and the need for rapid communication and tracking is more critical in this industry. Remember that there was zero airline ebooking at the beginning of 2018.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

Despite the inherent challenges, a 2018 McKinsey article estimated that the payoff of agility enabled by digitalization can be staggering: “For companies that aim well and execute effectively, the resulting cost reductions could be transformational. And Agility Can Help Improve Profitability Too? In the meantime, go here for more information.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 28, 2022

The penalty fee is applicable if there is a misdeclaration of cargo weight details at the time of submission of booking submission and if the weight deviates +/- 3 tons/TEU from the weight on the final Bill of Lading Instruction details and Verified Gross Mass (VGM) documentation. Cargo weight misdeclaration. Few examples below.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Nick Koutroulis was awarded for the best article of the year on our blog. For another year, we shipped over 120,000 TEUs of cargo, an achievement that was made possible by our talented and dynamic team of staff, vendors, and more. Serkan Kavas honored for his top article of the year.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Companies involved in international trade are hit hard as they experience decreased orders and reduced cargo volumes, affecting the revenue of shipping lines and container terminals. According to a recent article, Maersk Line is expecting container volumes to drop by 4% in 2023 globally, while their previous forecast was 2.5%.

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 17, 2023

In this article, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about importing goods to the United States. Ocean Freight Forwarding and Services: Ocean freight forwarding involves transporting freight via cargo ships to a predetermined destination. Their expertise allows them to pass on cost savings to customers.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

Disclaimer: This article is a zoom out for the less freight-inclined. A third of all cargo is carried in passenger planes. So to meet capacity, airlines started to convert passenger planes into cargo planes at scale. In the last quarter of 2020, it became clear cargo rates weren’t coming down anytime soon.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2021

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTD) said this regarding freight pricing: “Cargo volumes and demand for maritime transport services are usually the first to be hit by political, environmental and economic turmoil. Paying premiums for time-sensitive cargo as demand is not slowing down anytime soon.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A freight forwarder is a person or company that coordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by partnering with carriers who transport cargo by ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads. In this article, we define five advantages that will transform the future of freight forwarding. It will be efficient.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Carriers struggle to cope with equipment shortages as transshipment ports see an increase in October cargo rollovers, reveals the latest Ocean Insights data. of cargo rolled in October 2019. of cargo rolled in October, up from 22.7% of its cargo rolled, up from 30.1% of cargo rolled last month, down from 28.9%

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Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 17, 2023

In this article, we’ll delve into the crucial factors to consider when selecting an ocean freight forwarder and their role in ocean freight logistics. Your cargo is shipped to a port where it undergoes a customs exam. Upon allocation to the containers, your cargo embarks on its oceanic journey.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore how these technologies can make a difference and enhance port operations. By analyzing cargo volume, storage capacity, and vessel schedules, AI systems allocate resources effectively. For instance, if a customs delay affects cargo clearance, all relevant parties can adjust their plans accordingly.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 10, 2021

To properly calculate LTL shipping costs, all cargo is categorized into 18 freight classes. This article will go over the basics of freight class, the 18 different freight classes , how freight class is computed, and why it’s important for shipments. . Remember that in LTL shipping, carriers load and unload cargo multiple times.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 8, 2022

Given China’s systemic production cost advantage, which now averages 30% to 35% even when shipping costs are included, ” says a recent article from the Harvard Business Review. Transloading, for example, has transitioned from loading ocean freight containers onto trains to unloading cargo directly into domestic trucks close to port.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 27, 2024

This article will help you answer just that. Types of Flatbed Trailers Flatbed trailers come in all shapes, sizes, and load capacities; each designed to carry different types of cargo. Maximum Legal Cargo Length: 48 to 53 ft. Maximum Legal Cargo Length: 48 to 80 ft. Top Deck: Maximum Legal Cargo Length: 11 ft.

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ShipLilly

AUGUST 24, 2021

By using a variety of high-quality freight forwarders, you will reduce delays at customs offices and your inland transportation network will benefit from a smoother transition of cargo from the port onto land services. This article takes you through the basic process. The cargo will have to be cleared for import or export.

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