Do I need an import licence?

In an increasingly connected marketplace, businesses are thriving by looking outside geographical boundaries for new production locations or sources of raw materials. However, establishing an importing element to your supply chain brings with it a...

Understanding Incoterms: Are they legally binding?

In the realm of international trade, precise and standardised communication is vital to ensure smooth transactions and avoid misunderstandings between parties involved. One essential tool in achieving this clarity is the use of International...

HS Codes FAQs: Everything You Need to Know

Anyone involved in international trade has come across the term “HS Code”. Now whether you are an experienced shipper or taking your first international step, the classification of your goods is something you can’t afford to get wrong. HS codes,...

Is China still the world’s import hub?

In 2023, it’s very easy to answer that question. Yes. China remains successfully positioned with a lucrative value proposition for shippers. Materials and manufacture for an unbeatable price, supported by world-leading infrastructure.

IATA's Dangerous Goods Regulation (DGR) Explained

Dangerous goods are defined as goods which are capable of causing harm to the health and safety of their environment when shipped. Shipping dangerous or hazardous goods by air has extra challenges. But its speed can open up exciting and profitable...
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