Any cargo with commercial value in excess of $2,500 entering the U.S. is subject to duties and taxes. But there’s […]
Tag: Air Transport
What Are Bonded Goods?
There are a ton of steps involved in any import to the U.S. It can be overwhelming when first getting […]
Port Congestion: Is Re-Routing a Better Option?
It’s no doubt that the shipping industry is being hit hard in recent months. Getting cargo overseas or importing to […]
Advantages of Using a Freight Forwarder in the Face of Disruptions
There’s no doubt that 2020 has taken its toll on businesses around the globe. While certain industries have been hit […]
What is Carrier Legal Liability?
Working in shipping means you’re always dealing with risk. Risk with how your supply chain is set up, risk with […]
2020 Recap and How to Set Your Company Up for Success in 2021
2020 was a hard year for any of us. Most businesses saw the coronavirus affect their bottom line negatively, and […]
New USMCA for Importers: What You Need to Know
If you’ve had your ear to industry news for the last couple of years, chances are relatively high that you’ve […]
4 Tips: Minimizing International Shipping Risk in 2021
If 2020 has proven anything to us all, it’s that you need to expect the unexpected. Risk poses an actual […]
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 a Split Shipment?
Air shipping has probably risen in popularity over the last 5 years more than ever. And it’s not usually just […]
Air Freight: Two Types of ULD for Air Cargo
Most of the international shipping debate between ocean cargo and air cargo revolves around three primary factors – cost, risk, […]
Letter of Indemnity: Why a Handshake Isn’t Enough for Shipping Transactions
The international shipping industry really relies on conversations. If you’ve ever dealt with an international shipping transactions, you know that […]
Air Freight: What is a Unit Load Device (ULD)?
Air freight operates quite a bit differently than ocean freight. In ocean freight, it feels like you’re in charge of […]
Imports: When is a Power Of Attorney Needed?
As you might imagine, there’s a ton of security surrounding U.S. imports. Customs is incredibly careful regarding what comes in, […]
3 Types of Air Service
If you plan on shipping your cargo via air, or are already doing so, you most likely know all the […]