Shipping Perishables By Air

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Nov 30, 2023 | Air Freight, Import and Export Experts, Shipping Logistics

Despite the advantages of shipping perishables by air, shippers may not fully understand the process. Knowing the procedure can help you save time and money by avoiding mistakes. In international transport, perishables are any shipment that can damage or spoil...

Suez Canal Gaining U.S. Exports

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Nov 22, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, grain exports, Transportation

A current drought in the Panama Canal is leading to the Suez Canal gaining U.S. exports of farm products. Bulkers carrying agricultural goods like grains are rerouting their journey to Asian countries due to the crisis. At first, larger container vessels felt...

Documents Needed for U.S. Customs Clearance

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Nov 2, 2023 | Customs Clearance, Customs Broker, Freight

One of the most important things an importer should know before bringing goods into the United States is which documents are needed for customs clearance. Customs clearance is the process of declaring imported goods to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Knowing...

China Limiting Graphite Exports

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Oct 26, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, 3PL, Supply Chain

Recent U.S. Department of Commerce restrictions have resulted in China limiting graphite exports. Graphite is a mineral that manufacturers use to create pencils, brushes, arc lamps, and batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). China is the world’s most...

Israel Conflict Affecting Shipping

by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Oct 19, 2023 | Economic trends, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

International freight exporters and exporters may have to take caution soon with the Israel conflict affecting shipping in various ways. The Israel-Hamas war has intensified over the last week, and the maritime industry is now monitoring the situation. While...