Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2024

Anti-narcotics investigators have uncovered substantial amounts of the disguised drugs in the past two years as smugglers go to ever-more elaborate lengths to get illicit cargoes on board ships. It will be interesting to see how these smugglers will change course when fossil fuels are completely replaced by renewables.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2024

But now ships between Europe and Asia are instead going around the Cape of Good Hope on the southern tip of Africa, which can add anywhere from 10 days to a month of travel time compared to the Red Sea/Suez Canal route. Vessels are expected to seek shelter/alter their course to avoid the impacted areas,” Maersk, the world’s No.

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Freightera

OCTOBER 13, 2022

With the season of spook upon us, we wanted to share some tips on how to avoid the horrors of extra charges or damage during freight shipping. We have a detailed, yet very easy-to-follow guide with step-by-step instructions for palletizing and shipping your cargo. Why do people enjoy watching horror movies?

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Short Term Medium Term Special Feature Carriers & Cargo Innovation Freightos focus November 2015 freight and logistics trends that rate. CARRIERS & CARGO BRAVE NEW ROUTES. Great opportunities abound, with some cause for concern in the traditional China-Europe channels of air and sea cargo. Prefer the summary?

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Reduce your carbon footprint by implementing better optimization protocols in place Moreover, route optimization today involves more than simply getting cargo from one location to another as quickly as possible. The whole picture requires close attention when it comes to optimizing shipping routes in the modern supply chain.

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Freightera

MAY 31, 2022

If You’re Looking to Ship FTL Freight You’ll Want to Check Out These 5 Tips for a Good Experience. In this article, we will run down a list of useful tips for shipping full truckloads worth of cargo. 1) Save up your cargo. This point naturally leads us to the next tip. Well, we’re here to answer your questions.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

But of course, freight still needs to move, and for some commodities, such as personal protective equipment, a rapid supply chain is more critical now than it has been in many decades. Using passenger airliners to provide cargo-only services. Decreasing the time that freighters spend on the ground.

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Logistics Manager

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

While they may seem similar, relocating a factory is a far different process from general project cargo. Forwarders need to understand customer needs, plan and lay out a course of action, and orchestrate many important and complicated moves for extremely bulky and heavy cargo.

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Freightera

MAY 25, 2022

Follow These Tips If You’re Looking to Ship a Large LTL (Less than Truckload) Shipment Stress-Free. That’s why we’ve collected some good tips for you! That’s why we’ve collected some good tips for you! They may be one of those that increase prices exponentially the more cargo you add. . Pick as you go.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

For example, the first tip we’d like to give you is: 1) Do not use just one carrier. That’s why the second tip on this list is: 2) Check whether your shipment really needs the whole truck. The topic of new shippers coming into the industry all the time brings us to our next tip: 3) Try new carriers. And we do mean large.

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Freightera

JANUARY 24, 2023

Follow these simple steps to make sure your cargo is safe during freight shipping If your business ships pallets regularly or occasionally, one or more of these questions has crossed your mind at some point: How do I ensure that my pallets are packaged safely for shipping? Is there such a thing as using too much padding?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

To that end, we hope you will find the tips in this article helpful as you look to improve container utilisation in your supply chain. Did you know that it’s far easier to configure loads comprising unpalletised cargo than palletised? Is Container Underutilisation That Much of a Problem? How about palletisation?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Freight brokers can help SMBs access volume discounts, expand carrier selection, take advantage of value-added services, such as invoice auditing and even cargo insurance. Shippers should follow the tips listed above to bring harmony to their systems and streamline shipment processing.

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Automotive Logistics

OCTOBER 1, 2018

By loading the cargo into a pod inside a low-pressure ‘hyperloop’ tube that passes via Columbus, Ohio, Virgin Hyperloop One reckons it can move freight along the 490-mile (785km) route in just 47 minutes – and for around the same cost as trucking it. But if the visionaries at Virgin Hyperloop One have their way, that will soon change.

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Conger

MARCH 11, 2024

It prevents accidental movement, safeguarding valuable cargo from potential damage. Maintenance Tips for Forklift Brakes Maintaining your forklift brakes is not just crucial for safety; it also ensures the equipment operates smoothly and with optimal efficiency. Your comprehensive guide awaits. Let’s dive in!

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

Understand where cargo can be consolidated to increase cost savings. Of course, the first step in this process is often the most daunting. Measuring can help you to: Analyze the need for process improvements. Measure carrier cost structures to maximize efficiencies and lower costs. Putting it into Action.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 16, 2021

The only other times during the course of the year it has been lower was over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Inoperable lamps were the top vehicle violation in 2020, accounting for 12.24 percent of all vehicle inspection failures discovered for the entire year, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 3, 2016

Besides earning well – freight brokers can make up to $90,000 per year – they’re also indispensable for the transportation of goods and cargo. They negotiate good shipping rates and fast deliveries from transportation companies, and connect them with the businesses that need to transport goods or cargo, so carriers can maximize their loads.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Even tipping is handled electronically. The company has launched Uber Cargo in Hong Kong using cargo vans and Uber Rush in New York City using bike messengers. That of course does not stop you from changing your tactics and moving into an Uber mode, if this is applicable. Finally – Are You Too Late?

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

Is there a system in place to alert management when drivers divert course? Make sure that you ask potential 3PLs if they have experience handling the cargo that your business will be shipping. For example, a company shipping high-value electronics, will want to check with their 3PL about security protocols. Are trucks secured?

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 31, 2019

Upon opening the doors to the shop, it’s clear that the wall-to-wall variety of fabric is just the tip of the iceberg for this personalized experience. In the airfreight industry these types of services are available in the form of COOLCARE at BFS Cargo terminal (Suvarnabhumi). Solutions that Work.

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 29, 2019

Upon opening the doors to the shop, it’s clear that the wall-to-wall variety of fabric is just the tip of the iceberg for this personalized experience. In the airfreight industry these types of services are available in the form of COOLCARE at BFS Cargo terminal (Suvarnabhumi). Solutions that Work.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

You must evaluate the option in detail to know if it presents more pros than cons or vice versa. It would be a mistake in freight management to ignore the environmental issue, pay it lip service only, or underestimate the possibilities of embracing sustainability and benefiting from it.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Of course, there can be no stronger motivation than legislation, but money comes a very close second, and the potential cost savings offered by the circular supply chain are substantial. No longer do the large, beneficial cargo owners have an overwhelming advantage in global supply chain operations.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2021

According to WSJ , “carriers typically use two-driver teams for such shipments to keep trucks moving and ensure valuable cargo isn’t left unattended.” Of course, this also increases costs by needing to pay a two-driver team for every shipment. Monitoring Temperature. High-end equipment will need to be acquired and maintained.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

APRIL 27, 2020

Carbon emissions, of course, was not the reason the Panama Canal came into existence. The first Panama Canal pilot was Captain John Constantine who piloted the SS Ancon , an American cargo and passenger ship that became the first ship to officially transit the Panama Canal in 1914. Tip: When making a turn it is better not to look back.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Amazon, of course, has been leading the way in e-commerce sales for the better part of the year as quarantine and lock down restrictions forced many shoppers to go online, rather than in-store. As we approach the holiday season, it is expected for cargo freight demand to rise to accommodate holiday shoppers.

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Forto

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Instead of trying to navigate the complexities and congestion of the top ports, shippers should follow a few simple tips to get the most from ports in China. Incoterm selection applies to purchasing cargo or marine insurance, container type used, and shipment designation. Of course, the best prices are not always the right rates.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 2, 2018

Aside from whatever the ramifications of a true trade war would look like, there is, of course, the fall out, or trickle down, impact on what this could mean for consumer spending i.e. the real lifeblood of economic activity, more so than any other economic drive. Customs & Border Patrol is essential to your cargo clearing customs.

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