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The Beginner’s Guide to Bill of Lading Documents

ShipLilly

While you don’t want to forget any of those documents (no matter how numerous or tedious they may be), there’s one you definitely want to become familiar with: the bill of lading. A bill of lading is one of the most common – and important – documents in the shipping and logistics industry. What’s on a Bill of Lading?

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Combating Illicit Cargo

Logistics Business Magazine

The global maritime and transportation industries have long played a vital role in facilitating the movement of goods and people across borders, writes Captain Steve Bomgardner, VP Commercial Markets, Pole Star Global. Another common method involves counterfeiting cargo and vessel documents to disguise the true nature of shipments.

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How Changing Climate Conditions Affect Project Cargo Transportation and What to Do About It

MTS Logistics

But, keep in mind it is documented that most of our infrastructure was built using the temperature records from the mid-20th century. If temperatures exceed this engineered range, pavements can start to soften, rail lines can kink, and steel can expand which can lead logistics complications which can cause delays in cargo being transported.

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Freight Forwarding: Breaking Down The Process

Dedola Global Logistics

Freight forwarders are specialists in this domain, helping companies optimize distribution operations through air, ocean, road, and railway freight. They provide the necessary space, assist with documentation and insurance, and facilitate customs clearance. Freight Forwarding in the United States In the U.S.,

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TradeGo: New Blockchain Digitalization Coming to Shipping

MTS Logistics

The recording and distribution of digital information is the main goal of blockchain technology, but it builds in ways to avoid the editing of data in the future. Beside the impact on our lives, we are now able to see how different industries benefit from the latest and one of the most revolutionary technologies in history.

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Common Questions for Importing to the US

Dedola Global Logistics

Ocean Freight Forwarding and Services: Ocean freight forwarding involves transporting freight via cargo ships to a predetermined destination. Ocean forwarders specialize in handling shipments and work closely with international professionals to secure the best ocean cargo transport rates.

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A Guide to Efficient and Reliable Air Freight Forwarding

Dedola Global Logistics

In the fast-paced global economy, the efficient and timely movement of cargo is crucial for business success. They play a critical role in route optimization, documentation, and managing the entire transportation process, including warehousing and distribution.