In today’s digital age, importers are learning how to save thousands of dollars in shipping costs and transit times by transporting their goods through the Canadian Gateway.

Topics: Customs Consulting, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Freight Agents

All pallets used for international shipping are made of wood that conforms to international standards or made of plastic. The cost of pallets is usually the first thing a shipper notices about using pallets as opposed to using floor-loaded containers.

Topics: Customs Consulting, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Freight Agents

The profitability of your business comes down to your ability to make money while holding onto as much of it as possible.

Topics: Customs Consulting, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Freight Agents

If you want to save money on cargo transportation, settling on a carrier is only half the battle.

Topics: Customs Consulting, Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Freight Agents

For a read on the quality of service a freight forwarding company provides, look no further than their participation in quality assurance, compliance programs, and industry certifications.

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Freight Agents

 

In the modernized world of international shipping, the term ‘freight agent’ can create some confusion for importers/exporters and logistics coordinators.

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Warehousing & Distribution, Freight Agents

  

The dreaded tariff increase from 10% to 25% on $200 billion of goods from China was postponed until March 1, 2019, and it has left the shipping industry in limbo.

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, Warehousing & Distribution, Freight Agents

When you’re trying to find ways to increase the profit margin on your imports, you may find yourself asking whether or not cargo insurance is worth it.

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation

Procuring and managing the shipment of goods from all over the world is not easy. 

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation

Navigating the waters of international shipping is tricky enough without surprises in your bill. 

Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation