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Bill of Lading Types: How to Avoid the Detention and Demurrage Due to Documentation

MTS Logistics

In shipping, documentation, freight insurance, terminal problems, and trucking shortages are just a few of the problems we face today. But the biggest issue to address in the documentation category is the bill of lading (BL). It is the fastest release method because a shipper’s cargo is released as soon as it arrives.

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How To Guard Against Cargo Theft During The Holidays

ShipLilly

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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How to Become a Freight Forwarder

GlobalTranz

But before we get into the nitty-gritty details of how to become a freight forwarder, let’s take a look at what a freight forwarder actually does. He or she is an expert on every aspect of freight costs, including transportation, port charges, insurance, handling, documentation and any other legal fees. How to get started.

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An Overview of Demurrage and Detention Charges for Import Cargo

MTS Logistics

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.” Also, the customs clearance process, missing documents, and miscommunications contribute to demurrage and detention charges.

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How to Improve Freight Labeling for Transport and Logistics Management

GlobalTranz

Goods in’ depots are unlikely to receive mislabelled freight, while incorrect shipping details could result in cargo ending up at the wrong delivery address. To combat the problem of missing labels and other documentation, haulers have resorted to duplicating the necessary paperwork and storing it inside the freight itself.

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What is LTL Shipping and How Does it Work?

3PL Links

Before you begin LTL shipping, you need to be familiar with what it is and how to use it. This article will provide a detailed reference to LTL shipping, including the definition of LTL, shipping prices, delivery method, and how to manage your LTL shipment to the fullest. How to optimize LTL shipping? What is LTL freight?

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Navigating Regulatory Shifts: Billing Updates in Per Diem Invoices

Blue Grace Logistics

This ruling will impact all individuals who are currently shipping ocean freight as it will adjust current practices for billing timeliness, the billed party and the documentation requirements. New Billing Documentation Requirements Under the updated documentation requirements for billing, invoices must be thorough and precise.

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