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Shipping delays can seem unavoidable, especially if you're inexperienced in shipping and logistics. However, there are a few steps you can take to ensure on-time delivery and minimal complications. We've collected nine tips for how to get your goods...

The international shipping process is a complex operation that involves many steps, from booking and documentation to transportation and final delivery. Every stage must be carefully managed to avoid delays, unexpected costs, or compliance issues....

Exporting can open up new doors for many UK businesses. The rise in globalisation and the internet has made it easy for companies to grow their audience worldwide. International markets can expand your business long into the future if it's done...

How you or your shipper load your goods can impact your whole shipping process. Effective loading protects your goods so that they arrive in the expected condition. Proper packing can also help customs authorities understand what's inside the cargo...

Visibility in your supply chain means that you know what is happening within it or that this information is available to you. While it sounds like a simple feature, it can be challenging to achieve. Supply chains can operate at a fast pace, use many...

Shipping goods internationally can be a worthwhile investment for many businesses. However, getting it right isn’t easy for companies without experience. This is why many companies pair with freight forwarders to optimise their logistics.

Importing to the U.S. is complex but importing food adds another level of complication and if you do not have the experience and understanding of clearing food goods it can be an absolute minefield. Lack of experience and understanding leads to...

The world of international shipping and logistics is full of complicated terms. If you're new to this world, then you're likely to be overwhelmed by all of these terms you must learn.

Shipping is full of terminology that can make the process more difficult to understand. Incoterms are a set of rules that govern the international trade of goods, and a crucial part of this terminology. Executing successful business deals, including...

We know that sometimes professionals use certain language, abbreviations or acronyms that aren’t always understood by others.

International trade and shipping is a complex world. More often than not, shippers must handle complex documentation across the globe, with laws changing depending upon the destination country. Incoterms help solve some of these complexities by...

The People’s Republic of China is one of the world’s largest traders, with the nation holding the record for the world’s largest exporter of goods since 2009. As a result, importing goods from China is almost inevitable for modern traders.