Holiday shoppers are expected to spend more this year than last, according to the latest statistics. Retail shopping over the holiday season is expected to increase to $682 billion this year. This is a big jump from last year's holiday…
The Ports of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), which include Port Purcell and the Port of Virgin Gorda, are convenient, centrally-located Caribbean shipping centers where you can send your consolidated container of commercial or consumer goods and save a considerable…
The import/export process involves going through and clearing customs. This is where items are checked in when they are either entering or leaving a country. In order for items to be legally transported, there are several documents that are needed…
When we think of islands, it is easy for our minds to quickly conjure idealized images of white sands, blue water, and lush, verdant plant life. For many people around the world, this fantasy is a daily reality; according to…
When it comes to international shipping, it can be hard to feel at ease when sending a package off. It is all too common for people to excitedly receive their items, only to discover they have been damaged throughout the…
International freight shipping makes the world go 'round. Ocean cargo shipping alone is responsible for 53% of our nation's imports, and 38% of its exports, making it absolutely vital in our trade market. Unfortunately, a huge change is about to…
When you have goods you need to transport, you need a freight shipping company you can rely on. But unfortunately, choosing between cargo companies can be a little more complicated than you may think. And making a poor decision can…
As an individual, there are many restrictions on what can and cannot be shipped both domestically and internationally. Part of this has to do with the dangers involved in transporting certain items. Other factors that involve the shipment of certain…
Chances are, you've used "snail mail" at least once in your life. Though the modern world may be increasingly digital, we still rely on shipping companies to send and receive items. In fact, with online shopping becoming increasingly popular, the…
A Bill of Lading is used for every piece of cargo that is shipped from one destination to another. A Bill of Lading is used for large shipments that contain multiple items, such as palleted cargo. A carrier will prepare the…