by Cian Murphy | Sep 18, 2026 | Shipping Logistics
What Is Demurrage? Container Charges, Detention, and Free Time Demurrage is a charge that can apply when an import container remains at a marine terminal beyond its allowed free time. Detention generally applies when the carrier’s container has been collected but is...
by Cian Murphy | Sep 17, 2026 | Shipping Logistics
What Is a Continuous Customs Bond? A continuous customs bond is a bond used by importers to cover multiple U.S. Customs transactions rather than arranging a separate bond for each applicable shipment. If you regularly import commercial goods into the United States, a...
by Cian Murphy | Sep 17, 2026 | Shipping Logistics
Buying goods from an overseas supplier is only one part of importing them into the United States. Before the shipment leaves, you need to know whether the product can enter the country, who will act as the importer, what duties or additional tariffs may apply, what...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Sep 17, 2026 | Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing
When deciding whether to ship internationally or domestically, consider why you should use warehousing services. Warehousing is a logistics solution that involves storing goods in a specialized facility. From there, the warehouse can provide many value-added services...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 27, 2026 | Customs Broker, Importing, Shipping Logistics
Choosing a customs broker is an important decision for any business or individual importing goods into the United States. Your broker can help prepare your customs entry, classify your goods, calculate duties, manage documentation, and communicate with U.S. Customs...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Aug 20, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics
Shippers may soon face higher costs as the Panama Canal fees continue to rise. Over the last few months, various scenarios have driven transit fees higher. Major carrier companies have begun raising their Panama Canal Surcharge from $100 per TEU to $130 and nearly...
