MTS Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Freight insurance, also known as cargo insurance, is a type of coverage that protects the value of goods being transported against loss or damage during transit. The significance of obtaining cargo insurance during this period cannot be overstated, as adverse weather poses a lot of risk to the transportation of goods.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 29, 2021

Cargo theft is on the rise, and the thieves aren’t just interested in high-value goods anymore. According to USA Today , cargo thefts of paper goods, personal protective equipment (PPE), and food increased last year as the black market for such items flourished during COVID-19. Are You in Control of Your Freight’s Destiny?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2021

Today’s article is from Blume Global and highlights why air freight forwarders must help industry increase air cargo visibility. A driving factor is the lack of air cargo visibility. Airports, carriers, ground handlers, and logistics companies all have varying degrees of air cargo technology infrastructure.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Stansted Airport in Essex is FedEx’s biggest cargo hub in Britain. A manifest is provided to HMRC as each cargo plane lands. For example, a flight from Paris CDG arriving at 04.00 For urban, last mile delivery in the UK the company is now using some British-made third generation e-cargo bikes to reduce emissions.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 21, 2022

By protecting shippers from financial loss due to lost or damaged cargo, cargo insurance has always been an important consideration for companies managing both international and domestic shipments. For shippers that didn’t have cargo insurance, the bill was likely a hefty one. Have Early Conversations About Insurance.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) and Jan de Rijk Logistics have joined forces to take a new Long Heavy Vehicle (LHV) into operation. The big advantage of using an LHV is the huge volume of cargo it can carry. This strategic choice stems from the high cargo volumes carried on this route. emissions as well.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

The dogs trained to screen cargo are from a variety of breeds and chosen specifically for their sense of smell and include Spaniels, Labradors, German Shepherd or Golden Retrievers. They are looking for prohibited items, for example, a part of an explosive device.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2022

International transport and logistics company cargo-partner has been pursuing a comprehensive sustainability strategy and championing environment-friendly transport technologies for many years. For example, bio kerosene can be produced from residual and waste materials such as household waste, used oils or fats.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2023

The freight forwarding and project cargo sectors, always at the heart of global commerce, are adapting and evolving. Advanced tracking systems, predictive analytics, and blockchain solutions are revolutionizing the way we perceive project cargo. Example: Consider the Suez Canal obstruction.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

becomes a more cost-effective solution, companies will continue to import cargo from various places worldwide. This statement holds true for large project cargo. A prime example is that cargo ships have drastically increased in size over the last 50 years to handle the growing need for consumer goods.

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Freightos

JANUARY 29, 2020

Market-optimized pricing and capacity will finally become the standard in air cargo – if the industry is able to follow the lead of other industries, including passenger air travel, that have leveraged digitization to reach this goal. Passenger air travel is another good example. . Air cargo is a different story.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

MARCH 31, 2020

Understanding Cargo & Logistics Management. Cargo logistics apply to the process of handling your cargo, inspecting it, and following it along on its journey from point A to its final destination. Using organized cargo and logistics protocols allow your carrier to ensure safe transportation for your shipment.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

MARCH 5, 2020

Incorrect cargo details and/or misdeclaration of cargo and its details has been the bane of many shipping lines over the years. The consequences of cargo and weight misdeclaration were so severe that the IMO had to implement SOLAS VGM regulations. For over two years now TT Club has been promoting its Cargo Integrity campaign.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 15, 2022

However, the main question for the shipping industry has always been locating less-challenging places to ship cargo from. The first solution was to re-route some of the cargo to Seattle and Oakland, which port authorities were confident that they could take the load off and regulate the cargo flow.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Part of the national flag carrier Turkish Airlines, Turkish Cargo has been chosen as the best cargo brand in Europe and received ‘Best Cargo Airline – Europe’ award during the Air Cargo News Awards 2020. I congratulate our flag carrier air cargo brand and all of our employees that contributed to its success.”.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

But if you can reduce cargo and shipping damage , you can cut shipping costs. Everything from the packaging materials you use within boxes to the boxes themselves, pallets, wrap, and containers should be chosen based on the level of protection your cargo needs. Choose Packaging and Pallets Carefully. Use Damage Indicators.

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Shipchain

AUGUST 12, 2020

That said, in the midst of all of this instability, cargo crime is on the rise due to the current disruption in global supply chains. . Take Australia and New Zealand, for example, as reported by BBC. As they are now being reversed, experts believe that rates of cargo theft will spike as thieves try to recoup “lost wages.”

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MTS Logistics

MAY 28, 2021

Here is an overview of the types of cargo that can be handled in marine ports. Automotive/Roro Cargo. This type of cargo could be cars, buses, trucks, agricultural vehicles and cranes. If cargo is self-propelled, it could just be driven inside a roro vessel. Bulk Cargo. Breakbulk Cargo. Refrigerated Cargo.

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Airfreight Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

Within 36 hours, the Airbus A330-300 aircraft were modified for cargo transport. The prerequisite for such a conversion from a passenger to a cargo aircraft is comprehensive technical documentation. ” Furthermore, Lufthansa Technik develops solutions to protect cabin installations or to secure cargo quickly and easily.

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ShipLilly

JULY 15, 2021

One of the remarkable, negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is the alarming number of abandoned cargo cases. How the pandemic has increased abandoned cargo rates. Some consignees are abandoning their cargo because of bankruptcy, another offshoot of the devastating impact of Covid-19 on local and global economies.

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ShipLilly

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whyirms Codes Are Crucial During Your Cargo Importation Process. When running a cargo importation process, it is of the essence to understand and utilize firm codes. By reading the alpha-numeric code, it is possible to identify the exact location of the cargo imported into the USA. A guide for business and customers.

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Airfreight Logistics

APRIL 9, 2020

As such, Frankfurt Airport is continuing to provide its cargo infrastructure in full, as a way of preserving key supply chains, with empty passenger aircraft increasingly being used for this purpose. In light of this, demand for cargo capacity is currently extremely high.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 22, 2020

Today, water transport of cargoes is considered to be the cheapest and cleanest transportation method. The Erie Canal project is a great example in this regard that made New York the Empire State by reaching Midwest’s Belt regions. The Danube River has also been used for cargo transport for years.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

AUGUST 18, 2020

For example, a client has some containers that weigh 27.5 If the weight distribution in the stack is not adhered to as prescribed in the Cargo Securing Manual due to this misdeclaration, it may result in: – failure in container stowage and securing devices due to overstress. instead of 27.5

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ShipLilly

JUNE 27, 2020

Hence, a decision was made to convert the ocean steamer into a passenger-cargo liner. In any event, the Vaderland never carried any oil cargo; contrary to the original purpose for which it was designed and constructed. The practice until the recent time was to fit the vast majority of tankers with a dry cargo hold.

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 1, 2020

Swissport will work with Unilode and Descartes to track and monitor Unit Load Devices (ULD) using Bluetooth technology at its cargo warehouses. The cargo handling division will equip its 115 cargo warehouses with tracking sensors during 2020. million tons of air cargo passed through Swissport’s warehouses world-wide.

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Airfreight Logistics

APRIL 5, 2020

The International Air Transport Association ( IATA ) and its members renewed their call to governments to take urgent measures to ensure that vital air cargo supply lines remain open, efficient and effective. Air cargo is a vital partner in the global fight against COVID-19.

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Globalior

MAY 19, 2020

Cargo Insurance In case a consignment is either lost or damaged, cargo insurance helps reimburse the concerned vendor or the customer. When is cargo insurance necessary? Moving cargo is risky. What kind of risks does cargo insurance eliminate? What isn’t covered by the cargo insurer?

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MTS Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Project logistics require careful planning and coordination, from cargo handling and transportation to regulatory compliance. Break bulk cargo Break bulk cargo often includes oversized or oddly-shaped items that need tailored solutions for transportation and handling.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Here is an excellent example of customer segmentation. In the last year or so there have been several ship explosions and fires causing ships to be laid up and cargo to be delayed or lost. Chemicals are probably the most … Continue reading →

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

The port handles about 11 million tons of cargo per year, including automobiles, containers, coal, and farm products. For example, a robust supply chain may have backup power generators, firewalls, security systems, and emergency plans to prevent or mitigate the effects of disruptions.

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Airfreight Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2019

The International Air Cargo Association ( TIACA ) says they are making significant changes in their approach to reach out to all stakeholders in the air cargo value chain in a rapidly evolving and challenging global trade and commerce. They are aiming to truly represent and unite the air cargo industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 9, 2020

Air freight experts at Tim Consult have launched the special Market Intelligence Initiative ‘MII Pharma Air Cargo’, aimed at providing pharmaceutical industry specialists with a trusty guide through the labyrinthine world of temperature-controlled global air freight markets. So the data is fully grounded in the business.

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Dedola Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This guide offers an in-depth look at air cargo transportation, highlighting its pivotal role in international commerce and the logistics behind it. Utilizing both passenger airlines and cargo planes, it’s the go-to method for transporting items that require quick delivery, high security, or are of considerable value.

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 2, 2021

For it is here that the most glaring examples of port congestion are evident, with container vessels visible for miles anchored offshore waiting to enter major Pacific Rim cargo gateways.

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Airfreight Logistics

JULY 15, 2020

DHL Global Forwarding and Air France KLM Martinair ( AFKLMP ) Cargo are improving transparency in the pharmaceutical logistics chain with the creation of a direct host-to-host connection to enhance the data reliability and availability for their customers. Information about deliveries can be accessed and monitored via DHL’s LifeTrack Portal.

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Airfreight Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2019

The International Air Transport Association ( IATA ) has launched a new program to raise global standards in cargo handling operations. The Smart Facility Operational Capacity (SFOC) program aims to reduce audit complexity and duplication for cargo handling facilities.

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