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Revolutionizing Freight Forwarding Using Tech with Lionel van der Walt

The Logistics of Logistics

He began his career in the South African Air Force and later spent more than a decade with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), where he held various leadership positions in South Africa, Spain, and the United States, including President of Cargo Network Services Corp., cargo subsidiary. IATA’s U.S.

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Eight Essential Documents That Are Key to Shipping

MTS Logistics

On the other hand, you also need to know and understand the rules and regulations of exporting and importing, and crucially, you need the proper shipping documents. However, most documentation is still handled manually in some countries. Pro Forma Invoice. Packing List. Bill of Lading (BOL). Insurance Certificate.

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International Logistics: Deep Integration and Practice of RPA Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

International Logistics must find a balance between more economical costs and higher efficiency to meet the needs of different countries. Booking Processing : RPA can automatically scan and digitize booking documents in various formats and then automatically enter the data.

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Global Compliance and Regulatory Changes in International Shipping

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Key Regulatory Areas Several key regulatory areas impact global shipping and transportation: Customs Compliance: Businesses must ensure that all shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and certificates of origin, is accurate and complete. Security protocols also continue to evolve.

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Why It’s Important to Have a Strong Digital Presence in Freight Forwarding

MTS Logistics

” Later, this became more defined, and people started using terms like “shipping company” or “air cargo.” Even in the digital world, this industry still demands several printed documents for transfer between countries. Despite the advancements, a lot of manual work persists in the logistics industry.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News January 2nd-6th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency. This approach helps companies meet regulatory requirements and address consumer demands for transparency.

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Lufthansa Convert “Pax to Cargo” for Medical Supplies

Airfreight Logistics

They will from now on transport medical goods to meet the growing demand for airfreight during the coronavirus crisis. Within 36 hours, the Airbus A330-300 aircraft were modified for cargo transport. The prerequisite for such a conversion from a passenger to a cargo aircraft is comprehensive technical documentation.

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