It’s a difficult time in shipping.

International shipping is a complicated industry, and some freight forwarders will take advantage of that complexity to win your business.

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

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

The first time you heard the word detention, was your first thought staying after school in the principal's office for skipping class? Mine too, but we're going to talk about a different type of detention and a few other things relating to the movement of your cargo.

Transportation costs are a big expense for companies, and this trend is only growing. Last year, a record $1.5 trillion was spent on the movement of goods. Companies are looking for creative strategies to get the best Return on Investment (ROI) on their shipments.

In today’s emerging marketplace, businesses strive to increase their profitability and simultaneously remain competitive in an unpredictable economy. While every organization is different with unique products and business strategies, transportation often represents one of the largest costs importers will face.  Cutting the cost of transportation is often the first place executives look to improve the bottom line.

When choosing the most cost effective method of transportation for your supply chain needs, there are several factors that come into play…so, how do you decide whether your international shipments should be transported via air or ocean freight?