A purchasing agent is responsible for freights being shipped efficiently in the cargo industry. It’s important to make sure that the purchasing agent you use has a purchasing agent certification, as their job is a massively important role in a…
If your company exports or imports goods to and from various destinations in the world, then you have to be on top of your shipping operations. You don’t want to have delayed shipments, as that would give you an unwarranted…
"Almost 90% of everything we buy arrives via ship," The Atlantic and Rose George's book, Ninety Percent of Everything, reveal. Why is it such a popular shipping method? The advantages of a freight forwarder are innumerable. Listing them all would…
Sometimes your goods need to be stored until you are ready to ship them to their destination. Don’t fret because you can utilize the services of an American air sea cargo company. Here are the advantages of working with an…
According to Freight Waves, in 2020, we’re seeing new global pressures, opportunities in e-commerce markets, and alliances coalescing around new technologies. While the scope of international shipping is drastically changing this year and for the foreseeable future, what exactly does…
The modern consumer is more conscious of the surrounding environment. Today, customers are doing more than adopt sustainable shopping habits. They are going the extra mile to consider how their goods are shipped and delivered to them. Customers are evaluating…
Over half -- 53% of U.S. imports -- and 38% of U.S. exports travel by maritime vessel. Why is this method of shipping so popular, and how can you enjoy its advantages, too? Sea freight shipping is cost-effective, affords the…
Prepping to handle international shipping and work with Dominican shipping companies or shipping companies from other nations can be an exciting time for your business. But if this is your first time handling international cargo shipping, it can be a…
When you’re looking for cargo companies, choosing the right purchasing and forwarding agent is critical for your business. Many freighting companies either offer only a purchasing agent or a forwarding agent. What is the difference between the two? Here’s everything…
If you do business with customers in the Caribbean basin, you know it can be a challenging getting a container of products to the area that need to be transferred to a variety of Caribbean Islands. Shipping to a centrally-located…