MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

With 160 articles published this year on our blog, More Than Shipping, we honored our top blog authors who wrote the top two performing articles for the year. This year, our top articles were “ The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill: Does It Affect the Future of Project Cargo?

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ShipLilly

AUGUST 24, 2021

They can have a positive effect on your business model through their expertise and links within the shipping industry. By using a variety of high-quality freight forwarders, you will reduce delays at customs offices and your inland transportation network will benefit from a smoother transition of cargo from the port onto land services.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As far back as 2005 the American Trucking Associations (ATA) was documenting a shortfall that the Great Recession erased but that quickly resurfaced as the national economy recovered. This will allow the industry to “close the gap” caused by demand for freight, projected retirements and other issues.

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Globalior

AUGUST 14, 2020

Demurrage is a cost paid to a shipping line when the owner of cargo is not able to take full delivery of the cargo within the stipulated time. This can apply to all types of cargo, such as containerized cargo, loose cargo and charter party arrangements. Demurrage free days can also be referred to as laytime.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2018

Goods in’ depots are unlikely to receive mislabelled freight, while incorrect shipping details could result in cargo ending up at the wrong delivery address. To combat the problem of missing labels and other documentation, haulers have resorted to duplicating the necessary paperwork and storing it inside the freight itself.

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20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

In this article, we present the different modes of transportation available to move your cargo and freight from one destination to another one. It is also a preferred mode of transport for high volume cargo such as minerals, coil, steel etc., Less handling of cargo. Security of cargo. Less documentation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

How about truckloads of cargo. Identity theft is on the rise and cargo theft could see a drastic increase as well. How Identity Theft Could Mean Cargo Theft. It seems like a bit of a leap to go from identity theft to cargo theft. And just like that, cargo is picked up and gone for good. Not exactly.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

JUNE 1, 2023

In this captivating article, we delve into the annals of history to explore the most important events that paved the way for the extraordinary development of logistics as we know it today. The Hanseatic League introduced concepts such as consignment, just-in-time delivery, and customs documentation.

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Freightera

JULY 28, 2022

With rising shipping costs, it’s likely that you’re not rich enough to ship the same cargo again after you’ve already tried to ship it. If you want to ship your cargo right, and only ship it once, you’ll want to make sure to keep the ideas listed below in mind. Documentation. Even if you were, why would you want to?

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ShipLilly

MAY 11, 2021

For those outside of the industry, the fragility of the global ocean freight network came as a bit of a surprise. Several unprecedented global challenges have placed significant pressure on the shipping industry. This article examines the underlying causes of congestion as one of the key challenges facing the industry.

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IoT World Today

JANUARY 11, 2020

Guesswork about container location or estimated time of arrival costs the shipping industry as much as $20 billion annually , according to Boston Consulting Group. Rotterdam’s waterways handle more than 140,000 traversing ships carrying some 460 million tons of cargo annually. In our industry we can’t—there’s too many black holes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Four industry groups have collaborated to address the issue and produce best practice guidelines in the form of a White Paper and Warehouse Checklist. The tragic incidents in Tianjin and Beirut have marked a decade of increased concern over the safety of dangerous goods stored in ports, terminals and other warehousing facilities.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 19, 2019

The article below highlights what your business must consider when choosing a freight forwarder for its needs. Cargo reroutes. Each industry has specified requirements when it comes to international shipping. Preparation of import and export documentation. Booking cargo space. Experience. Port shutdowns.

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Freightera

JUNE 29, 2023

This article explores the latest innovations in LTL tracking and monitoring specifically, their impact on the industry, and their benefits to us all. Internet of Things (IoT) Devices IoT devices have become instrumental in LTL shipping by enabling seamless communication between cargo, vehicles, and logistics networks.

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Freightera

JULY 7, 2023

In the dynamic industry of shipping and logistics, success can only be achieved by staying ahead of the curve. The present freight shipping industry demands technical support that can assist with every aspect of freight management. Why does the freight Industry need business intelligence?

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MAY 5, 2020

A freight quotation is a document that outlines the charges involved in the movement of cargo from Point A to Point B. Terminal Handling Charges (THC) ; Documentation fee ; Local service fees ; Bill of Lading fee. Administration fee. All these charges together form a freight quotation offered by an LSP to the customer.

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Forto

JULY 25, 2018

Before we go into details on how to ship hazardous materials, one needs to understand that different types of cargo require different measures for transportation. If apparel shipping is on the far left end of the spectrum of cargo-sensitivity, in terms of ease-of-care, hazardous and dangerous goods shipping are on the far right end.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Technology Brings A New Dawn for Drayage Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 29, 2024 Tom Gresham | Inbound Logistics February 2024 The drayage industry has begun to come out of the shadows.

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ShipLilly

MAY 11, 2021

For those outside of the industry, the fragility of the global ocean freight network came as a bit of a surprise. Several unprecedented global challenges have placed significant pressure on the shipping industry. This article examines the underlying causes of congestion as one of the key challenges facing the industry.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

What We Cover in This Article What is heavy equipment shipping? Have Documentation Ready You’ll want to ensure all required documentation and permits are sorted and ready before pick up. Lift on/lift off (LoLo) is a method of loading and unloading containerized cargo over the top of a shipping vessel using cranes or derricks.

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Globalior

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Other information that is usually not found on many charts is who bears costs and/or undertakes responsibilities of loading/unloading cargo. Who pays for required documentation and which terms are suitable for containerized cargo and which are not. Will the invoice price reflect the Customs valuation price?

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Forto

JUNE 25, 2021

In doing so, the following article covers everything you need to know about offsetting now, to easily make an own contribution. by cargo ships) through financially supporting climate action projects which evidently reduce, avoid or capture greenhouse gases in the atmosphere (e.g. What does offsetting mean? What’s next?

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Shipping and Freight Resource

APRIL 19, 2020

As at the time of writing of this article, the global number of infected people was around 2.38+ million with 164,000+ dead which is around 6.88% of the total infected. Our industry plays a highly highly pivotal role in ensuring that the flow of goods continues, especially the flow of critical and essential goods all around the world.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Although COVID-19 had an impact on these figures, the industry already had significant turnover rates for a variety of reasons. Despite the slump all industries faced post the pandemic, truck driver turnover rates rose by double digit percentage points in 2020. Strategies to reduce driver churn rates in the trucking industry.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The Honeywell track-and-trace offering is the solution that manufacturers’ reimbursement value pursuant to Article 15(7) of TPD II will be based. . Users of the devices can scan product labels, access tracking information and document the movement of goods at every stage. Compliance to U.S.

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Forto

JUNE 25, 2021

The following article covers everything you need to know about offsetting now, to easily make an own contribution. by cargo ships) through financially supporting climate action projects which evidently reduce, avoid or capture greenhouse gases in the atmosphere (e.g. What does offsetting mean? solar energy projects, reforestation).

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In this article, we will get to know Consumer Packaged Goods, the types of CPGs available, and the types of packaging you will need if you also plan on transporting CPGs via freight services. Yes, even large companies shudder at the thought of mass resignation. Current CPG Industry Trends New year, new CPG trends.

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Radius Logistics

JULY 3, 2019

The freight industry has a number of terms with specialized meanings. The Bill of Lading is legal document that establishes a contract between the customer, Radius Logistics, and the carrier. Cargo Container. Any article of commerce. Used for side loading cargo that needs weather protectant. Classification.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Related Articles. The blockchain-backed digital documentation was used for a shipment of clothing from China to Slovenia. Company sees “great opportunity for the logistics industry to exploit the convergence of emerging innovative technologies.”. . . Wednesday, September 19, 2018.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A freight forwarder is a person or company that coordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by partnering with carriers who transport cargo by ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads. In this article, we define five advantages that will transform the future of freight forwarding.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 27, 2021

In this article – written by Luca Legnani, Panasonic ’s European Marketing Manager – we look at how logistics businesses are applying AI and AR to their operations today, and how easily the technology can be integrated into existing business processes.

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ShipLilly

JULY 7, 2021

The holidays are with us and there is a new report out warning shippers and drivers to guard against cargo theft. The July Fourth risks of losing cargo are well known in the industry. million worth of cargo was stolen in the last half a decade. What does a cargo heist look like?

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 11, 2018

Related Articles. Driver’s license applicants were supplied with fake documents and exam answers. Customs & Border Patrol is essential to your cargo clearing customs. Landstar fetes 10,000 owner-operator trucks. Port Manatee, Argentina trade relationship growing. 1 source of imports.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Cargo rollover happens for a variety of reasons, at various stages and various places. Cargo rollover can cause significant delays and result in potentially crippling operations. What most customers don’t know is that there is a reliable way to get advance warning of cargo rollover so that they can take suitable action.

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Freightos

AUGUST 6, 2016

A version of this article originally appeared in The Journal of Commerce (August 6, 2016). When Apple released its pocket-sized personal computer, promising unprecedented connectivity, the industry got excited. DHL seeded its empire by moving ocean documentation faster than cargo ships. Zvi Schreiber | CEO, Freightos.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

DHL Medical Express continues to meet the needs of the pharmaceutical industry and clinical research sectors with forward-thinking, intelligent solutions,” said Mike Parra, CEO of DHL Express Americas, in a statement. Article Topics. Customs & Border Patrol is essential to your cargo clearing customs. February 4, 2019.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

The technology has proved to be of particular value in in the pharmaceutical industry, where the slightest deviation in temperature can ruin an expensive shipment of drugs. Ettl says that drawback can be addressed through the use of Hyperledger , an open-sourced collaborative effort to develop blockchain technologies across industries.

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