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Understanding Incoterms: A Quick Guide
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) developed a set of terms known as Incoterms, which define the responsibilities of buyers […]
U.S. Container Import Volumes in August
The eighth month of the year marked a notable shift in import activity, influenced by both seasonal demand and ongoing […]
Meeting Expectations: Solving the Disconnect Between Forwarders and Their Customers
Anyone who works at a company that engages in shipping will tell you that one of their major, primary pain […]
Strategies for NVOs and Shippers Amidst a Tight Ocean Shipping Market
The amount of vessel space in the eastbound trans-Pacific shipping lanes has significantly decreased in recent months, which has left […]
Cargo Thefts Increased Last Year, What Could 2024 Hold?
According to new research from theft prevention and recovery company CargoNet, cargo theft is still a major concern to freight […]
Relationship Building is a Key Component to Supply Chain Success
In the complex and fast-paced field of supply chain management, where dependability and efficiency are critical, one element that is […]
SHIELD: Why Interlog is Different
In the fast-paced world of international and domestic shipping, shippers face numerous challenges that often lead to loads of unnecessary […]
How Did U.S. Imports Fare in November?
The month of November did see some decreases in total U.S. imports handled, but November typically is a weaker month […]
How to Achieve Supply Chain Resilience and ROI
Reshoring, nearshoring, and keeping “just-in-case” inventory have all seen substantial expenditures as supply chain resilience has gained importance on a […]
Carbon Pricing is Coming Soon to the Transatlantic
With maritime transportation included in the EU Emissions Trading System next year, ocean carriers have released their respective estimates on […]
More Demand for Warehouse and Distribution Centers in the U.S. Continues
The need for storage and distribution centers in the US is still on the rise despite the economic difficulties. Increased […]
The Importance of Properly Declaring Dangerous Goods
The security of the workforce, the integrity of the supply network, and consideration for the environment are of utmost importance […]
Trucking Groups in California are Asking Ports to Consider a Single Appointments System
Truckers along the west coast of the U.S. are attempting to restore efficiency to ocean ports by petitioning for new […]
What Will Post-2M Be Like for Maersk and MSC?
A recent shipping line shakeup has been one for the books. Last month, Maersk and MSC, the world’s two largest […]