Freightos

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. There were more reports of upticks in ex-Asia air cargo demand the last few weeks, and Freightos Air Index data saw China – N. America rates increase 8% last week to $4.75/kg, kg, and Asia – N.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In fact, the hard reality is that looking back over the past decade, supply chains have been disrupted by shipping bankruptcies, wars, pandemics, geopolitics and tariffs.

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Freightos

JANUARY 3, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The US has indicated that the naval force will use a defensive strategy to secure the waterway, while the Houthis have threatened to attack US Navy ships if Houthi positions in Yemen are targeted.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Cindy Banker with ProCorr Display and Packaging who is bringing us some great insight on how to reduce product damage. If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Inside the Box.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2021

The emergence of COVID-19 changed many things in the world of business, and transporting cargo is no exception. Since the entire pandemic exploded in 2020, air cargo charters expanded from serving niche markets to playing the role of an unsung hero in aid and relief. Top 5 Benefits of Air Cargo Charters. Reliability.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

These giants have deep pockets, capable of offering low-cost, if not free, parcel shipping. However, that does not mean all shippers must face the challenges to ship parcel at their expense. If shippers charge to ship parcel, customers will simply go to Amazon. Negotiate Shipping Rates Like a Pro.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. There are two ways to view the History of Shipping Containers. Below, you can also view the history of shipping containers in one infographic. Malcom McLean and the History of Shipping Containers.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 3, 2017

Robinson , shares four factors logistics executives should keep top of mind as they develop an overall strategy for negotiating with ocean shipping providers this year. The 2017-18 ocean shipping contract season is underway. The bankruptcy of the Hanjin shipping line has thrown ports and retailers around the world into confusion.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

We conclude our “Most Popular” Blog posts series, where we have been giving you the most viewed blog posts in 2014 from our main content categories. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. 2014 was surely a fun year of content on the Cerasis blog. Now, why do we blog?

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MercuryGate

JULY 20, 2021

Within the modern supply chain and shipping industry, some challenges and obstacles are expected and anticipated when dealing with digitization and modern cargo management. The post Truck Cargo Theft Is on the Rise: What the Industry Needs to Know appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 27, 2024

A day has passed after a container ship lost power and crashed into a support pylon of Baltimore, Maryland’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in the early morning hours of March 26. Coast Guard authorities are assured that the bridge debris and/or underwater obstacles are sufficiently cleared for cargo ship navigation.

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Freightera

MAY 11, 2023

And they can continue to be so even after their freight shipping journey is completed. In this article, we’ll get into the lifecycle of a pallet, how they can be repurposed and given a second life, and how they can serve a purpose even after the cargo has been unloaded from them. How and when should you dispose of your pallet?

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Freightos

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. But, industry-wide, ships with a total capacity of more than a million TEU are already idled , and some analysts are predicting that capacity growth will outstrip volume growth at least through 2024.

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Amidst all of these stories of shortages and bottlenecks, we thought it would be helpful to explain the basics of shipping ocean freight. In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. Types of Cargo.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Today’s guest blog is from John Stuart of the International Logistics Center. The process of freight forwarding might seem daunting, especially if you’re not familiar with the process of freight shipping, but these thirteen facts you need to know about freight forwarding will help you through the process.

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

With so many different ways to ship freight, how do you know which method is the best? Look no further, we’ve simplified the search for the right shipping method for your cargo. If your cargo is too big to be parcel (150 lbs. or more), but you don’t need an entire freight truck, LTL shipping is the way to go.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 10, 2018

Shipping these products requires an extra level of care to ensure the products make it to their destination. Guarding Against Cargo Theft Cargo theft is one of the largest risks associated with pharmaceutical manufacture and transport. Between May and June 2017, more than 90 percent of cargo thefts involved trucks.

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Freightos

APRIL 9, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Crews began the on-water removal of containers from the still-stuck Dali , as one necessary step in clearing the ship from the collision site. Freightos Air Index rates out of S. America and N. kg and $3.36/kg

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Freight Center

DECEMBER 19, 2019

But logistics is a tricky industry and there are easy ways to waste money when shipping freight. We’ve put together the 3 most common ways to waste money when it comes to freight shipping and what your business can do to stay ahead of the game. Shipping to or from limited access locations. Not Using a 3PL.

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Kinaxis

APRIL 26, 2017

Amazon is even entering the transportation space, signing agreements with the Air Transport Services Group and the Chinese government to enter into the freight cargo business – effectively cutting out the middleman. It’s great to offer same day shipping, but what happens if there’s a catastrophic level disruption at the origin source?

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Freight Center

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

But businesses everywhere face challenges to meet their consumers’ high shipping expectations effectively this time of year. Know holiday shipping dates. Time is of the essence if you want to effectively ship during the holiday season. Ship Smarter. You can’t ship effectively when you go over budget!

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Freight Center

JANUARY 9, 2020

If you’re shipping large cargo too big for the traditional parcel carriers, then knowing how to ship large items on eBay offers your business a brand-new opportunity for exposure and profitability in the online space. Luckily, we are here to help and guide you through everything logistics so you can ship large items on eBay.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The GRI shipping term refers to the usual increase in fees that are applied to container shipping rates. To help your company keep total costs in check, this blog will dig into the fundamentals behind GRI shipping increases, what a GRI surcharge is and a few other things to know. What GRI Stands for in Shipping.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 3, 2019

You can’t just turn around a giant cargo ship. And when shipping to volatile countries, it becomes even harder. companies with global operations, one of the most effective ways to mitigate risk is to ship smarter. Once cargo has shipped, there are no “backsies.” Shipping Overseas.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In this blog post, I describe the different paths these modes took and where things stand at the close of 2023. The top air cargo airline has a 6% market share, the top container ocean liner over 20%.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 13, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlights a recent technology provider survey indicating that there appears to be little signs of traditional second-half peak period demand for container shipments. Further indicated is that “ there are now too many ships in the water bidding for cargo, resulting in heavy competition on prices. ”

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights a significant joint announcement from global shipping lines Maersk and MSC that should garner the interest to supply chain management transportation and logistics management teams. Bob Ferrari © Copyright 2023, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Between China’s re-routing many ships through the east and gulf coasts and the expedited processing of cargo at LA and Long Beach, the logjam has been eased and retail stores across the U.S. Now There Are Too Many Shipping Containers. are filled with inventory.

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QAD

JULY 16, 2020

India has 253 airports with paved runways and most are able to support cargo traffic. Coupled with its favorable location in Asia, the strong air support makes shipping products in or out of India easy. Transportation of goods within India is also well supported by rail and water shipping capabilities. as of 2017.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Containers play an integral role in shipping goods around the world. Ocean freight is the most cost-effective form of shipping goods so when ordering products from overseas they will most likely arrive in a container. There are many shipping containers that serve different purposes.

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Global Trade Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

Global Cargo Monitoring / Cargo Tracking. By the way: One of the containers washed off the vessel is a huge shipping container with as many as 11 million cigarettes inside (- but police are warning any wreckers looking for free fags to stay well away). Is cargo of ours damaged? arviem real-time cargo monitoring.

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Kuebix

APRIL 2, 2021

The world received exciting news this week as a 220,200-ton cargo ship named the Ever Given was freed from the Suez Canal after being stuck for six days. The Suez Canal is one of the most important trade arteries in the world. It connects Asia to Europe and the U.S. East Coast. On average, 50 […].

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 22, 2023

Hanjin bankruptcy gives shippers crash course in risk mitigation The bankruptcy of Hanjin Shipping will have shippers scrambling for transport alternatives during Peak Season, as global seaports also struggle to find ways of mitigating the impact of this colossal event.

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Freightos

APRIL 2, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In air cargo, volumes out of China were strong in late March driven by B2C eCommerce growth, though Freightos Air Index China export rates dipped somewhat to $4.23/kg America and $3.31/kg

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Resilinc

APRIL 21, 2016

This is part 1 of a 2-part blog addressing the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) recently enacted ban on the shipment of lithium-ion batteries as cargo consignments on passenger planes and the associated supply chain risks of such provisions.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 29, 2021

This blog post was co-authored by Anmol Khurana and Tommy See. ports have expanded their working hours, almost 200,000 shipping containers , with cargo worth more than USD 25 billion, remain on ships off the coast of Los Angeles as retailers scramble to ensure store shelves are stocked in time for the holiday season.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 18, 2021

The trucking industry provides shipping services for goods and products from the manufacturing/production point to the consumers, mainly using trucks. There are many carriers and shipping companies specializing in the transportation of different types of cargo in different vehicle types. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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