Imagine ordering something online, only to find it’s delayed for weeks. The culprit? Port congestion—where ships queue offshore, containers pile up, and deliveries stall. This global trade traffic jam stems from rising demand, outdated infrastructure, labor shortages, and weather disruptions. But there’s hope: businesses are responding with smarter logistics, alternative routes, and technology to keep supply chains flowing.
Improving Container Flow Through Street-Turns in Shipping Logistics
In this blog post we explain what the Street-Turn is in intermodal shipment and how it works.
Tilt-Bed, Flatbed, or Chassis? How to Choose Your Container Trailer
Shipping container delivery doesn’t need to be complicated. From tilt-bed trucks to flat-beds and chassis, this guide breaks down your delivery options based on your property, container size, and budget—using plain language, not industry jargon. Find the method that fits your needs and avoid hidden costs.
5 Essential Notes about: DDP Incoterms (Delivered Duty Paid)
DDP Incoterms means that the seller delivers the goods cleared for import ready for unloading on the means of transport…
5 Essential Notes About: DAP Incoterms (Delivered At Place)
DAP Incoterms means that the seller delivers the goods at the buyer disposal ready for unloading at the named place…
5 Essential Notes about: DAT Incoterms (Delivered At Terminal)
DAT Incoterms means that the seller delivers the goods, once unloaded from the arriving means of transport, placed at the…
5 Essential Notes about: CIF Incoterms (Cost, Insurance & Freight)
CIF Incoterms means that the seller delivers the goods on board of the vessel. In addition to cost and freight…
5 Essential Notes about: CFR Incoterms (Cost and Freight)
CFR Incoterms (Cost and Freight) means that the seller is obliged to deliver the goods onboard of the vessel. The…
5 Essential Notes about: FAS Incoterms (Free Alongside Ship)
FAS Incoterms (Free Alongside Ship) means that the seller must place the goods alongside the ship nominated by the buyer.…
5 Essential Notes about: CIP Incoterms
Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP Incoterms) means that the seller delivers the goods to the carrier at an agreed…
5 Essential Notes about: CPT Incoterms (Carriage Paid To)
Carriage Paid To (CPT Incoterms) means that the seller delivers the goods at agreed place in origin country. The seller…
5 Essential Notes about: Free On Board (FOB) Incoterms
Free On Board (FOB) as a most frequently used Incoterms globally, is only applied to sea and waterway shipments. In…