Amid the age of digital logistics, the freight forwarding industry is proactively pursuing strategies to narrow the gap and uphold its competitiveness against industry giants. Embracing cutting-edge technologies and implementing fresh approaches, these well-established freight forwarders are discovering ways to harness their expertise and maintain a leading position. This article delves into how traditional freight…
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How the truck platooning technology is all set to transform the road freight industry
Truck platooning technology is poised to transform the road freight industry, enhancing efficiency in trucking, conserving fuel, and reducing harmful emissions. Furthermore, platooning holds the potential to augment the vehicle capacity on our highways, especially along key freight routes. By integrating advanced safety systems with interconnected vehicle technology, trucks can safely and efficiently follow one…
How the online tools of Globalia Logistics Network boost the productivity of independent freight forwarders
As one of the best logistics networks of our time Globalia Logistics Network not only provides its agents with a globally recognized brand and the opportunity to collaborate with trusted international partners, but it also offers a suite of online tools designed to enhance the operational efficiency of its member companies. In an era where…
Impact of e-commerce on the operations of the air freight forwarders
The surge in e-commerce has brought about a predominantly positive effect on air freight forwarders. Air cargo plays a vital role in generating up to 35% of an airline’s revenue, and within that, e-commerce shipments constitute approximately 22% of the total air cargo volume. E-commerce made its initial impact on the industry back in 2015…
xChange Insights- The revolutionary platform for freight forwarders to have real-time container data in ocean freight shipping
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…
Insights from the Ocean Freight Shipping Industry: Kinds of Shipping Containers
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 most important shipping documents in the ocean freight shipping industry
The ocean freight shipping industry is infamous for the tremendous amount of paperwork it entails. As an independent freight forwarder, you need to get familiar with all of them which can be a task in itself. The slightest error in your shipping documents can lead to delays and even cancellation of shipment thereby disrupting the…
How the Electronic Air Waybill (e-AWB) is helping to digitize the air freight shipping industry
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…
How CRM software is coming up as a highly useful online freight forwarder tool
Investing in an online freight forwarder tool like a CRM or Customer Relationship Management platform can be a very wise decision for small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies, as it brings significant value to their sales teams. CRM platforms provide a centralized location to store various types of data, such as direct client communication, important…
The use of LNG as a fuel of transition in the ocean freight shipping industry
LNG or Liquefied Natural Gas could be the fuel for the energy transition in the ocean freight shipping industry. The maritime sector which moves around 90% of the goods across the world is still heavily reliant on fossil fuels. Therefore, making this sector environmentally sustainable is one of the major priorities of governments as well…