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When to Use a Seaway Bill Instead of a Bill Of Lading
We’ve been talking quite a bit about Seaway Bills as of recent. Every shipper knows what a Bill Of Lading, […]
What is a Pier Pass Fee?
Do you ever feel like forecasting your freight bill is unpredictable? Like you can’t quite get a grasp on how […]
Why do Dry Runs Happen in International Shipping?
There are a ton of fees already associated with international shipping. The sheer volume of line items on your end […]
What Are Customs Exam Fees?
Perhaps one of the most common reasons shippers change their shipping providers is over hidden or surprise fees. Shipping costs […]
What is a Seaway Bill?
If you’re frequently shipping by sea, the chances are at least somewhat high that you’ve heard the term “seaway bill” […]
How Much Cargo Fits in an International Shipping Container?
Unless you’re shipping small parcel shipments, international shipping is all about space and finding the most efficient and cost-effective methods […]
What You Should Evaluate Your Current Freight Forwarder on Before 2021
For companies who ship internationally, your freight forwarder relationship is perhaps one of the most important business relationships your company […]
What is a GRI in International Shipping?
There are several different types of charges associated with international shipping. Unfortunately, you have probably grown accustomed to seeing something […]
What is Bulk Cargo?
Every industry is exposed to entirely unique shipping circumstances. AMS Customs has their own procedure for every type of commodity […]
Evaluating Your Freight Forwarder During a Pandemic
The last several months have definitely put us all to the test. Navigating our roles with a heightened sense of […]
What is a Zone Rate?
Freight rates can get pretty complicated. If you’ve ever looked at your freight bills, you’ve probably noticed a pretty high […]
What is a Split Shipment?
Air shipping has probably risen in popularity over the last 5 years more than ever. And it’s not usually just […]
How to Evaluate Your New Transportation Vendor
Switching vendors is a difficult and often strenuous process. We often waste a lot of time and money dealing with […]
Are You Aware of Peak Season Surcharges?
We all wish that shipping was a simple, easy-to-predict line item on a final invoice. Unfortunately for those who have […]