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How to Plan for Common Disruptors in Ocean Freight

Talking Logistics

Peak season for ocean freight shipping is underway. There may be instances where you will have to work more closely with carriers and book further in advance to ensure you can meet critical deliveries. Red: Space is extremely tight and forecasting is imperative. Look ahead at your 3-month forecasts. Regular disruptors.

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Navigating Ongoing International Transportation Capacity Challenges

Talking Logistics

From import space and export space tightening up and a hot drayage market causing capacity constraints to volatile air freight rates – international transportation has had its share of challenges the last 10-12 months. One best practice for shippers to consider is booking 3-4 weeks in advance to secure required export space.

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At 20Cube we go that extra mile

20Cube Logistics

20Cube specialises in digital logistics and freight forwarding through our platform called MyHub. Supply Chain Forecasting. After you place an order with a vendor, you use the estimated delivery dates to forecast your next order, logistics, and distribution. Advantages of Digital Freight Forwarders. Route Optimisation.

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Pandemic Lessons For Supply Chain Leaders

Supply Chain Shaman

More and more cargo shifted to ocean transport until the container imbalances resulted in issues with “rolling the freight” from ship to ship despite confirmed bookings. With the rising costs of accessorial charges as the freight sat on the dock, moving freight by ocean container grew more problematic.

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The Backorder: April 24, 2024

Unleashed

Air cargo market growth rises for fourth consecutive month. DHL has released its Air Freight State of the Industry report for March 2024, which indicates continued growth for the sector after a strong pre-Chinese New Year surge. The latest report from Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute reveals there could be as many as 3.8

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Why Thinking ?Global, Yet Local? Makes Sense in Your Air Freight Strategy

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Why Thinking “Global, Yet Local” Makes Sense in Your Air Freight Strategy | C.H. Earlier this year, my colleague, Bogen Chi, wrote a blog about the top 3 global market trends to watch this year in the air freight market: capacity shortages, peak season pressures, and the bright spot of consolidation.

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How to Plan for Common Disruptors in Ocean Freight

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Peak season for ocean freight shipping is underway. There may be instances where you will have to work more closely with carriers and book further in advance to ensure you can meet critical deliveries. Space is extremely tight and forecasting is imperative. Look ahead at your 3-month forecasts. Regular disruptors.