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How Hurricanes Disrupt U.S. Ocean Freight Imports and Global Supply Chains

Dedola Global Logistics

With five decades of experience, DGL stands out from other freight forwarders by offering advanced consultingand contingency planning that anticipates disruptions before they occur. This data allows supply chain managers to make quick, informed decisions in the event of a disruption, avoiding potential bottlenecks.

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What are the Advantages of Using a NVOCC?

MTS Logistics

I used to work with freight forwarders, ocean carriers, and NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers). Competitive Rates One of my responsibilities was collecting rates from the market including ocean carriers, freight forwarders, and NVOCCs. I used to prepare most of the documents except for bills of lading.

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How the Right Freight Forwarder Can Maximize Your eCommerce Business

Dedola Global Logistics

So when it’s time to start importing your goods, why add to that workload by trying to figure out the logistics of shipping freight? Simplify your life and streamline the shipping process by hiring the right freight forwarder. If you’ve got the right freight forwarder, they are a ready-to-go logistics department.

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A Refresher on General Average and Why Shippers Should be Knowledgeable and Prepared

Dedola Global Logistics

Some examples of incidents that may cause loss of cargo include: Fire. Shippers have a lot on the line in the event of cargo loss. Our insurance options include all-risk and specialty coverage for various risks events, including: Weather-related incidents. Mechanical engine failure. Ship running aground. Piracy/ransom.

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Why Containerised Freight Shipping is Daunting for SMEs

Logistics Bureau

The costs of shipping a container-load of freight have never been higher, and right now, the control of pricing is firmly in the hands of the liner companies. To further compound the issue, some costs are incurred only in the event of problems arising at the ports of loading or discharge and are impossible to foresee when booking a shipment.

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Marine Insurance and Why Your Shipments Need It

Dedola Global Logistics

Billions of dollars’ worth of cargo is damaged or stolen every year, and insurance will mitigate your loss in the event of an incident. In the event that a ship suffers a major catastrophe, such as a fire, there is the principal of maritime law known as General Average. Essentially, everyone shares the loss. per $100 value.

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Role of Digital Logistics Intermediaries

Logistics Business Magazine

The market segment includes mainly freight forwarders, shipping lines, exporters, importers and customs brokers; each one of them making use of different services, as their roles in the global supply chain are different. . For example eBL events, such as notifications, title transfer, amendment and surrender.