International freight exporters and exporters may have to take caution soon with the Israel conflict affecting shipping in various ways.
How To Avoid Demurrage
Demurrage is a fee that port officials place on cargo that overstays its time at a terminal.
Panama Canal Transits Lowering
With the Panama Canal being one of the most important trade routes in international shipping, limitations have a considerable impact.
On-Demand Warehousing Growing
On-demand warehousing where the 3PL is the middleman between a business looking for a warehouse and the actual facility. This is ideal for short-term fulfillment.
Shipping By Air Or Ocean
While both methods can be equally valuable to a supply chain, specific shipments benefit from one.
Shipment is Stuck at Customs
CBP has to carefully check cargo when entering the country and may sometimes put the shipment on hold. While there are many reasons why customs detains your goods, there are ways to prevent this from happening
Importing Pets Into the U.S.
While getting pets into the U.S. may be easier compared to other countries, there are essential regulations shippers should follow. Failure to comply and prepare correctly can lead to customs holding your pets and monetary loss.
Shipping During The Hurricane Season
While uncontrollable situations can happen when shipping during the hurricane season, there are ways a shipper can prepare.
Congestion in the Panama Canal
The importance of the Panama Canal is shown by the extensive number of supply chains that rely on it. With the number of ships stuck in the traffic jam, the main impact is shipping delays.
Shipping Oversized Cargo Internationally
Compared to the shipment of regular-sized goods, shipping oversized cargo internationally has been known to be more difficult. Not only are the safety measures different, but the overall transportation logistics differ.