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Types of Businesses Within the Ocean Freight Shipping Industry

September 05, 2022 4292 Read More

Many different types of businesses make up the ocean freight shipping supply chain. Some of the most important types of marine freight businesses include

Pros and Cons of Ocean Freight Shipping

September 04, 2022 5170 Read More

For businesses wondering whether ocean freight shipping is the right choice for their supply chain, it’s essential to consider the pros and cons of this method. Consider these fundamental factors when deciding whether to use ocean freight shipping

Understanding the Different Types of Marine Freight(FCL,LCL,RORO,Dry Bulk,Break Bulk)

September 03, 2022 6415 Read More

Several different categories of marine freight are in common use today. Generally, ocean freight shipping falls into the following categories

Intermodal Containers and TEUs: The Basic Units of Marine Freight

September 02, 2022 3895 Read More

Intermodal containers are among the first elements that any business should understand when it comes to marine freight. An intermodal container is a large steel container with standardized dimensions that can also be loaded onto a tractor-trailer or freig

Truck, rail, and air freight are all important methods of shipping

September 01, 2022 7262 Read More

Truck, rail, and air freight are all important methods of shipping, and each has a role to play in today’s supply chain landscape. However, when it comes to moving huge quantities of goods around the world, ocean freight shipping is still the undisputed c

What is the difference between 3PL and 4PL?

August 31, 2022 4167 Read More

3PL Logistics4PL LogisticsIn a 3PL model,an enterprise maintains management oversight but outsources operations of trans

What are the difference modes used in International Logistics?

August 31, 2022 4092 Read More

Main modes of transportation in the freight shipping industry as follows:Ocean shippingOcean shipping is the most widely

What is the difference between Freight and Cargo?

August 30, 2022 3563 Read More

CargoFreightThe term cargo generally refers togoods transported by ship or sea.The term freight is usually used in the c

What are freight charges?

August 29, 2022 3538 Read More

Freight charges or freight rate is the price that the shipper pays to the carrier for shipping his goods from the source

What are the commonly used terms in International Trade?

August 28, 2022 3967 Read More

INCOTERMS (International Commercial Terms)EX-WorksFOB (Free On Board)FCA (Free Carrier)CFR (Cost and Freight)CIF (Cost,

What are the risks involved in International Trade?

August 27, 2022 4072 Read More

Political risksPolitical risk arises when countries change their trade policies or impose trade barrier that directly or

What is the role of FFA in Logistics?

August 26, 2022 3964 Read More

FFA stands for Forward Freight Agreement and is a financial forward contract (a non-standardized contract between two en

What are the types of cargo?

August 25, 2022 3998 Read More

Breakbulk cargoBreakbulk cargo refers to goods that need to be loaded individually and cannot be transported in intermod

What is a trade agreement?

August 24, 2022 4278 Read More

A trade agreement refers to a contract between two or more states regarding their trade relations. It's a pact speci

Who is a Consignee?

August 23, 2022 3932 Read More

A consignee or an importer is the entity that receives the goods sent by the shipper or exporter. He is the receiver and

Who is a Shipper?

August 22, 2022 4381 Read More

A shipper or an exporter is the party that takes up the responsibility of packing goods and shipping them from one place

What is Inbound Logistics?

August 21, 2022 3858 Read More

Inbound logistics refers to the inflow of raw materials from suppliers to manufacturing facilities. It includes the proc

What is Outbound Logistics?

August 20, 2022 4139 Read More

Outbound logistics is the outflow of goods from the company to its clients. It involves the movement of goods from the e

How do FFAs work?

August 19, 2022 6831 Read More

A Buyer and a Seller comply with trade an FFA contract and through their broker, they're going to agree on the route

What is the importance of FFA in the Air Cargo Movement?

August 18, 2022 6662 Read More

Forward Freight Agreements initially appeared in 1991 which was developed by H. Clarkson and Co. Ltd. However, the use i

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