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Sea-air ‘barely viable’ as port congestion hits

The sea-air option is becoming less feasible for shippers looking for a faster route due to congestion at important transhipment points. Nick Coverdale, director and…
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MOL Secures LPG New Build Contracts with TotalEnergies

Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) have partnered with Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries to develop a pair of 88000 cu m LPG carriers. The 230-meter-long LPG-fueled ships…
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CBIC reports: India actively pursuing customs mutual recognition agreements with nations

India is actively signing mutual recognition agreements with the customs authorities of seven nations and is discussing and negotiating for more such pacts with other…
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Container spot rates surge across major trades

The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) rose 9.3% on Friday compared to the previous week, climbing 214.97 points to 2,520.76. This follows a significant jump…
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Container Shortage Crisis in Northern China

Freight forwarders are reporting a critical shortage of containers in northern China. This issue is exacerbated by a surprisingly robust market and diminished vessel capacity…
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Navigating the Perils: Understanding and Mitigating the 16 Risks of Using Dry Containers for Shipping

In global commerce, dry containers (General Purposes and High Cubes with six walls) are crucial for transporting goods across oceans, continents, and borders. These uniform…
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Safety Tips to Implement During Chemical Logistics

Safety Tips to Implement During Chemical Logistics

Chemical logistics is complex as special transportation and handling techniques are necessary to keep the chemicals safe during their journey through…
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Non-Asset based 3PL Companies

Non-Asset based 3PL Companies: Some Common Misconceptions

Non-asset based 3PL companies are those that do not own a fleet of their own. While some companies maintain their own…
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Tips on Choosing the Right Shipping Container

Tips on Choosing the Right Shipping Container

If you decide to store the good that is to be shipped, you will have to get containers. Generally, a…
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How to Improve Efficiency During The Food Supply Chain Process

How to Improve Efficiency During The Food Supply Chain Process?

The food supply chain is fraught with one major peril, decomposition. Foods that exceed their expiry dates are a loss…
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Tips for Dangerous Goods Freight Shipping

Tips for Dangerous Goods Freight Shipping

During dangerous goods freight, shipment needs more attention to detail than the transportation of regular goods. The changes in the…
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Focus On Value Not the Price with Digital Freight Forwarders

Focus On Value Not the Price with Digital Freight Forwarders

There are a number of factors that have to be considered when choosing a digital freight forwarder. Among these factors,…
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