In the container shipping sector, ocean freight forwarders very often need to make a crucial decision- whether to choose direct shipment or transshipment to move their cargo. Each mode of shipping has its own set of merits and drawbacks, making it imperative to grasp these nuances when selecting the most suitable option to meet your…
Did you know that 57% of companies spend over 2 hours each day trying to acquire accurate market prices? Container xChange has recently conducted a survey to gain insights into how independent freight forwarders keep pace with ocean freight shipping industry trends. The survey uncovered that a significant number of companies still rely on cumbersome…
The ocean freight shipping industry is responsible for the transportation of a staggering 90% of all internationally shipped goods. Although other modes of international transport offer faster delivery, they come with higher costs. When organizing an overseas shipment, it is crucial to choose the appropriate ocean container that suits your requirements. Selecting the correct…
The digitization initiative in air freight shipping industry encompasses various stakeholders such as carriers, air freight forwarders, ground handlers, shippers, customs brokers, and customs authorities. Its primary objective is to establish a fully digital transportation system for air cargo, eliminating the need for paper-based processes. This endeavour involves the development of a regulatory framework, utilization…
If you’re employed in the transportation and logistics industry, you have most likely pondered the question- is joining a freight forwarding network truly worth it? Recognizing that this is a complex decision, we aim to outline the benefits of becoming a member of an exclusive logistics network and how it can assist independent freight forwarders…
Pharmaceutical cargo requires special skills and know-how on the part of independent freight forwarders. More often than not, pharmaceutical items are both time and temperature sensitive and demand special precautions during transit. The freight forwarding company needs to ensure that the quality and integrity of the products are intact throughout their journey from the manufacturing…
customers who One of the ground rules for getting new customers is to use your service to create clients who refer your business to their peers. Logistics companies who want to make it big need to work on creating satisfied would rate their services as ‘excellent’ and recommend your company to others. In other words,…
Globalia Logistics Network’s 4th Annual Meeting which was held from 15th to 17th March at Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort in Thailand brought together freight forwarders from all corners of the globe under one roof. The annual conference offered just the right platform for members to consolidate relationships with their network partners and work towards…
The Chinese New Year in 2023 will arrive 10 days earlier than it did last year. The Chinese New Year is not only celebrated in China but in countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, the Philippines and elsewhere. This time of the year is a very challenging time for shipping companies because…
For traditional logistics companies, sending quick door-to-door quotations for a business is not at all an easy task. Nevertheless, the inability to provide fast responses to quote requests from customers is a serious barrier for freight forwarders to obtain new projects. However, the digitization of the transportation and logistics sector is reversing this scenario…