Freight, Shipping Logistics, Technology

The Actual Cost Of Freight

Understanding the actual cost of freight is essential for successful international shipping. It’s more than just the carrier’s fee—it includes charges from freight forwarders, insurance, and more. Miscalculating these costs can disrupt your supply chain, leading to customs delays.

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Customs Broker, Customs Clearance, Freight

Documents In Customs Clearance

When bringing shipments into the U.S., having the correct documentation can save time and money.

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Customs Clearance, Freight Forwarding, Shipping Logistics

How To Avoid Demurrage

Demurrage is a fee that port officials place on cargo that overstays its time at a terminal.

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Customs Broker, Customs Clearance, Shipping Logistics

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

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Freight Forwarding, Import and Export Experts, Shipping Logistics

The Transition to Electronic Shipping

Paperless shipping has recently surged in popularity, and many top carriers have followed the trend. Nine of the largest ocean carrier companies have even committed to a fully electronic bill of lading by 2030. The bill of lading, or BL, is traditionally a document that a carrier issues on physical paper. A completely 100% electronic BL is a milestone in shipping and can lead to a fully digital supply chain in the future.

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