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Contracts with Freight Forwarders: Pros and Cons
Nothing is quite as irritating as subjecting yourself to the volatility of rates in the transportation market when they are […]
When Spot Rates Drop Below Your Contract Rates
Contracts are meant to protect you from the potential harm caused by the volatility of rates… right? It’s often the […]
The Need for Young Grads in Logistics
At this point in time, the logistics industry is larger than it has ever been in history. The public demands […]
Reasons to Major in Logistics in College
Schools these days offer so many degrees, minors, emphases that it’s hard to decide which major is right for you. […]
The Importance of Blocking and Bracing Your Cargo
Getting your cargo onto a shipping container often feels like the last “concern” you should have in the shipping process. […]
Top 6 Differences Between International Marketing and Global Marketing
International marketing and global marketing are often used interchangeably as if the two terms are synonymous. However, they actually describe […]
Developing an Export Marketing Plan
Sales vs. Marketing A large majority of companies seem to confuse marketing from sales all too often. A simple way […]
Importance of TSA Known vs. Unknown Shippers
Since the unfolding of the tragic events of 9/11, the Department of Homeland Security has created regulations to maintain safety […]
FPPI: Definition, Importance, and Responsibilities
Looking at export terminology can sometimes feel like your staring at a bowl of alphabet soup. We get that, and […]
5 Commonly Overlooked Pitfalls of LCL Shipping
LCL is one of many great options for moving your goods across the country or international waters. However, it’s easy to overlook key issues with this method.
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Quit Wasting Money on Liquid Shipments – Know Your Liquid Shipping Options
As international transportation of liquids has become more popular with expansions in the beverage, alcohol, and LNG markets, a great […]
HTS Codes: Definition, Where to Find Them
HTS Codes: Definition HTS, or Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes were developed by the World Trade Organization (WTO) to classify internationally […]
FCL vs. LCL Tipping Point
If you are exporting from the United States, it can be difficult to decide whether you should be shipping your […]
How Container Weight Restrictions Impact Your Business
Ensuring your cargo meets both the size and weight requirements of a container is important – and the latter is often neglected. Here is a list of the weight restrictions on some of the most common types of containers.
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