To ensure the proper maintenance and safe transportation of containers, it is crucial to store them under optimal conditions and streamline the logistics process. This is where inland container depots come into play. An inland container depot, also referred to... Continue Reading →
In today's highly competitive world, the concept of “strength in numbers” holds greater relevance than ever before. This notion also applies to the shipping sector, where a mere glimpse at the strategic collaborations occurring in container shipping reaffirms its importance.... Continue Reading →
More and more investors are going beyond financial products and bricks and mortar. A good example of this is shipping containers. A product that, hand in hand with the growth of international trade, has become a very attractive option for... Continue Reading →
One of the costs associated with the transportation of goods is the handling expenses at the terminal. While it is true that a significant portion of these costs is fixed, it is also true that not all of them are,... Continue Reading →
One of the biggest nightmares for those shipping goods is container rollover, which means that they are not loaded on the vessel it was meant to sail on to their destination. This error can occur for a number of different... Continue Reading →
Anyone involved in the freight business knows that at any point on a voyage, unexpected situations can occur and become very challenging. That is why many freight forwarders stress the need for safe packing and loading of goods, knowing that... Continue Reading →
Choosing one port or another for your shipments can have a significant impact on your supply chain. It is therefore essential that you analyze the different options before opting for a port. It requires constant study, as there are numerous... Continue Reading →
Incoterms, or International Commercial Terms, are a set of standards, established by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) to standardize international trade practices. These rules define the obligations and responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international trade transactions, including the... Continue Reading →
Nine out of ten of the world's freight are carried by maritime freight. It is therefore an essential element for the import and export activity of any container shipping company. This activity is characterized by a range of freight rates... Continue Reading →