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5 Ways to Plan for Freight Shipping Delays

Posted by Chris Brennan on 1/5/22 7:58 AM

As shippers ring in the New Year expecting calmer waters, shipping industry insiders foresee stormy seas ahead. These experts predict continued supply chain disruptions, record port congestion, cargo delays, capacity shortages, and skyrocketing rates throughout 2022. 

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7 Steps to Building a Successful Supply Chain

Posted by Chris Brennan on 12/23/21 7:50 AM

Moving goods across the globe has become a Herculean feat as importers face off against complex challenges driven by a pandemic, labor and equipment shortages, port congestion, and shipping delays. With the uncertainties of today’s international shipping landscape, flexibility is the key to success. 

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Topics: freight forwarding

Benefits of Using a Freight Forwarder

Posted by Chris Brennan on 11/11/21 2:08 PM
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Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, shipping compliance

How 3PL Providers Can Help Small Businesses

Posted by Chris Brennan on 10/11/21 8:29 AM

Between COVID-related bottlenecks, fluctuating trade agreements, and clogged ports, international shipping logistics have never been more complicated.

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Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, 3PL

Freight Forwarding News: Are Supply Chain Disruptions to Blame for US Inflation?

Posted by Chris Brennan on 9/20/21 2:55 PM

The skyrocketing costs to ship goods—from Halloween candies and costumes to toys and decorations for Christmas—may soon hit consumer pocketbooks.

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Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, 3PL

Transshipment: What It Is and Why It’s Beneficial For Importers

Posted by Chris Brennan on 9/16/21 12:47 PM
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Topics: Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, 3PL

4 Ways to Reduce Supply Chain Costs

Posted by Chris Brennan on 8/31/21 2:52 PM

Every business wants to reduce costs, and your supply chain is no exception.

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International Shipping Contracts for 2021 & 2022

Posted by Chris Brennan on 8/12/21 2:23 PM

Now that we’re well into 2022, it’s becoming apparent that it is a great time for carriers—but not so much for shippers. Here’s why.

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Topics: freight, freight forwarding

How to Measure & Monitor Your Supplier’s Performance

Posted by Chris Brennan on 4/20/21 10:08 AM
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Topics: Supply Chain Management, freight forwarding

Will Detention and Demurrage Struggles Continue in 2021?

Posted by Chris Brennan on 3/4/21 11:30 AM

When products sit in port longer than they should, shippers can pay thousands in demurrage and detention fees—even if the problem is not their fault.

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Topics: freight forwarding, detention, demurrage, demurrage and detention

Will IMO 2020 Rear Its Head Again?

Posted by Chris Brennan on 2/17/21 10:00 AM
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Topics: freight, freight forwarding, IMO

When to Choose 3PL vs. Direct Carrier Contracts

Posted by Chris Brennan on 2/2/21 9:08 AM
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Topics: freight forwarding, 3PL

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