by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Dec 28, 2023 | Customs Clearance, Customs Broker, Importing, Shipping Logistics
In international shipping, not using a licensed CHB can adversely impact the shipper and customs brokerage. A licensed Customs Broker (CHB) is an individual or company that has acquired licensing from the U.S. Customs and Borders Protection (CBP). The licensing...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Dec 21, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, Order Fulfillment, Supply Chain, Warehousing
In a world of growing e-commerce, knowing what is dropshipping fulfillment can work wonders for your business. The process began in the late 1920s but became less prominent due to the great depression. Dropshipping then saw a resurgence in the 1950’s due to...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Dec 14, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, Economic trends, Transportation
A current conflict between Venezuela and Guyana may result in tankers facing a new war soon. In the past year, international shipping has gone through two conflicts simultaneously. The first was Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and then the more recent...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Dec 7, 2023 | Shipping Logistics, Importing, Supply Chain
Recently, many U.S. companies have been discussing other sourcing alternatives instead of China, making some ask, “Are China Imports Declining?” For over a century, most labels on goods in the U.S. have had “Made in China” written on them. Single-sourcing...
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...
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...
