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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...

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.

International shipping is already complicated, but introducing hazardous and dangerous cargo into the equation requires even more work. But for good reason. Correctly shipping hazardous cargo is extremely important. Primarily because of the...

Incoterms, or International Commercial Terms, play a hugely significant role in international logistics. The terms a deal is completed on can have a big impact on the margins of the shipper and consignee. But they are also some of the most confusing...

Choosing a freight forwarder is one of the most important elements of your business. The perfect freight forwarder will take all the stress out of your logistics process from start to finish, they will act on your behalf to liaise with customs...

A freight forwarder acts on your behalf to liaise with customs agents and freight companies to ship your goods across the world. The freight forwarder will arrange the best deals and find the best route to get your cargo from A to B.

Looking beyond freight rates could have beneficial impacts for your business. All businesses, when looking for to move product from A to B, want to know what the shipping costs are. But it isn't always easy. There are several factors that go into...

Smaller-sized shippers have less negotiating leverage than big companies do with carriers and forwarders, but that is no reason to accept the freight quotes they offer are the best you can get. Being informed and well-prepared goes a long way...