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- International Ocean Freight ProcessInternational ocean freight involves 7 steps: export haulage, customs clearance, origin/destination handling, ocean transport, and import delivery. Clarify cost responsibilities upfront.Blog September 08, 2025
- What Does "Double Clearance to Door" Mean in International Logistics?"Double Clearance to Door" simplifies international shipping with end-to-end logistics, including export/import customs and door-to-door delivery. It reduces risks and costs for traders.Blog September 05, 2025
- Mexico: The New 鈥淪pecial Zone鈥� for Cross-Border E-Commerce Amid Tariff WarsMexico emerges as a cross-border e-commerce hub amid tariff wars, driven by nearshoring, young demographics, and USMCA. Localized fulfillment mitigates logistics and security risks.Blog September 04, 2025
- Decoding CIF Terms: A Risk Guide Essential for International TradersCIF requires sellers to pay freight/insurance to destination port, but risk transfers to buyers at loading. Clarify costs/insurance in contracts to avoid disputes.Blog August 28, 2025
- THC in Shipping: A Detailed Explanation of the Unavoidable Terminal Handling ChargeTHC (Terminal Handling Charge) is a mandatory fee at origin/destination ports for container handling. Payment responsibility depends on Incoterms. Critical for cost control in shipping.Blog August 26, 2025
- ONE, HMM, and Yang Ming Marine Transport announced the launch of new shipping routes.ONE, HMM, and Yang Ming launch new MD2 and GS2 routes, enhancing Asia-Mediterranean and trans-Pacific connectivity with expanded port coverage and improved transit times.Blog August 26, 2025
- Demurrage vs. Detention vs. Storage: A Clear Guide to Port & Carrier ChargesDemurrage (carrier: late pickup), Detention (carrier: late return), Storage (port: overstay). Plan timelines to avoid fees!Blog August 22, 2025
- What is an "Off-Dock Yard" & How Does It Affect Container Pickup Efficiency?Off-dock yards (external storage) speed up pickups with wheeled containers but slow down with ground stacks. Chassis shortages (U.S.) worsen delays.Blog August 19, 2025
- Container Shipping Terms Explained: CY/CY, CY/FO, CY/LO, CY/TACKLE & CY/HOOKContainer Shipping Terms Explained: CY/CY, CY/FO, CY/LO, CY/TACKLE & CY/HOOKBlog August 14, 2025
- Argentina Export Product RecommendationsBest China-to-Argentina exports: Electronics, machinery, textiles, EVs. Watch import rules & currency risks. Leverage price competitiveness!Blog August 13, 2025