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The Changing of Cargo Theft and Fraud in a Digital Age

Trinity Logistics

Cargo theft and fraud is a common topic in many circles these days. In fact, CargoNet recently shared data showcasing that cargo theft has reached a 10-year high, increasing 59 percent year-over-year (YoY) in the U.S. There’s simply a lot of confusion and unknowns when it comes to cargo theft in general.

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An Overview of Demurrage and Detention Charges for Import Cargo

MTS Logistics

On the other hand, these charges are crucial tools for carriers to keep container flow and yard stock. 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.”

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How to Prepare for Global Logistics in 2022

CH Robinson Logistics

For example, while it may not be feasible to transport 100% of your freight via air, air freight continues to be the fastest way to replenish inventory, so prioritizing specific freight can help keep cargo moving. Currently, many ocean carriers are looking to move more IPI (interior point intermodal) cargo versus focusing on port-to-port.

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Common Routing Problems—And How to Solve Them

WorkWave

While many models focus on delivering parcels that originate from one or more central depots, the Vehicle Routing Problem with Pickup and Delivery (VRPPD) considers how to operate most efficiently when drivers are required to interact with a number of pickups and deliveries—and their corresponding locations—throughout the course of their route.

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How to Expand Your Knowledge with Online Training for Truckers

United World Transporation

Continue reading below to find out how to expand your knowledge with online training on the road. Learning how to safely and effectively drive a truck keeps you on the road and makes you a valuable driver. You can also learn how to become an independent owner-operator if you’re tired of working for someone else.

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Advance notification of cargo rollover – Reality or Myth?

Shipping and Freight Resource

Cargo rollover happens for a variety of reasons, at various stages and various places. Cargo rollover can cause significant delays and result in potentially crippling operations. What most customers don’t know is that there is a reliable way to get advance warning of cargo rollover so that they can take suitable action.

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How to Minimize Impacts from Supply Chain Disruption

EazyStock

In this piece, we’ll take a look at some of the top types of supply chain disruptions, the impacts that they have on your supply chain, how to mitigate whatever risk you can and finally how you can handle supply chain disruptions once they occur and come out on top. Types of Supply Chain Disruptions. settlement.