Whether a port closes due to a worker strike, extreme weather, or an infrastructure failure, it represents a major hiccup in the supply chains of shippers around the world.
Jay Thomassen
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Standard vs. Routed Export Shipments: A Comprehensive Breakdown
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Jun 6, 2022 10:00:00 AM
As a company that participates in the movement of international cargo, you’ve likely uncovered the sheer complexity of this process. With so many transportation providers to choose from and a variety of..
How Can You Overcome Port Congestion Challenges? [5 Steps to Take]
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Oct 21, 2021 9:49:56 AM
Logjam. Bottleneck. Clog. Impasse. Gridlock.
Whatever word you want to use, we’re seeing it happen in the international shipping industry.
What Does International Freight Shipping Cost?
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Aug 9, 2021 10:00:00 AM
The world we live in is really quite large. And with seven continents, 195 countries and 835 inland and seaports currently active across the globe, moving freight internationally gets more complicated every..
What Is Breakbulk Shipping?
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Jan 8, 2021 9:15:00 AM
A container may be the most convenient way to ship your goods internationally, but it’s not always the best option for you — or even an option at all. This holds especially true if you’re shipping..
Why Marine Cargo Insurance Is Essential Yet Often Overlooked
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Oct 7, 2020 10:02:34 AM
Most Shippers assume if a carrier's negligence causes damage to your freight while in transit, they're liable to cover up to a set dollar amount per pound of freight. When the freight is more valuable than..
How to Determine If Your International Shipping Partner Is Financially Stable – and Why Stability Is So Important Right Now
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Aug 12, 2020 7:59:33 AM
You never want to experience delays. It doesn't matter whether you're shipping domestically or internationally, delays mean missed deadlines, upset clients and lost revenue. However, due to the complex nature..
Coronavirus and Overseas Shipping: What You Need to Know
Posted by Jay Thomassen on Mar 26, 2020 4:13:14 PM
The coronavirus pandemic has affected nearly every facet of international logistics and commerce — and some consumers and businesses are scrambling to get the goods and supplies they need to weather the storm.