by Alex Pappas | Jan 16, 2024 | China, expedited ocean freight services, FCL, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Logistics, Ocean Freight, Ocean Freight Forwarding, Ports
In the dynamic world of ocean freight, ‘blank sailings’ is a term that logistics and supply chain professionals, especially those involved in importing goods to the U.S. from Asia, need to be intimately familiar with. Blank sailings occur when a carrier...
by Alex Pappas | Apr 11, 2023 | Behind the Scenes, China, China Operations, China Supply Chain Support, Compliance, Freight Forwarder, Logistics, logistics consulting, Ocean Freight Forwarding, supply chain consulting
Our Chinese Operations Team & The Client Benefits Are you already familiar with the ins and outs of the logistics process, but feel like your current provider is holding you back? As a global importer, you know that logistics can be complex and time-consuming, and...
by Alex Pappas | Feb 21, 2023 | Air Freight Forwarding, China, FCL, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Ocean Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Dictionary, Triangle Shipping
What to Know About Triangle Shipping Triangle shipping, also known as foreign-to-foreign shipping, involves transporting goods between three countries in a single transaction. This type of shipping can be complex, with multiple parties involved, including the...
by Alex Pappas | Jan 14, 2023 | Air Freight Forwarding, air imports, China, FCL, Freight Forwarder, Global Supply Chain News, LCL, Logistics, Ocean Freight Forwarding, Rail Cargo, Rail Freight, Testimonials
Transloading: A Comprehensive Guide With Client Examples Transloading is a process that involves transferring cargo from one mode of transportation to another during the shipping process. This can be useful for long-distance shipments that require multiple forms of...
by Alex Pappas | Nov 22, 2022 | Air Freight Forwarding, China, FCL, Freight Forwarder, Global Supply Chain News, LCL, Logistics, Ocean Freight Forwarding
The Current Situation in the Asia Pacific Trade The situation in the Asia Pacific Trade is drastically different from a year ago. Though importers were dealing with challenges like widespread power shortages and shutdowns in China and a particularly robust US holiday...
by Alex Pappas | Sep 2, 2022 | Air Freight Forwarding, air imports, China, FCL, Freight Forwarder, LCL, Logistics, Ocean Freight Forwarding, Popular Freight Forwarding Blogs
Importers like to minimize their shipping costs, and that’s understandable. Companies expect their purchasing or logistics managers to find the best available rates. What’s often missed is the underlying value proposition behind any shipping quote. Choosing the...