Freight forwarding companies need to take certain precautions to ensure that their high-value shipment reaches the destination in its intact condition. High-value cargoes include items like precious stones, jewellery, expensive alcohol, painting and sculpture, high-end food, electronics etc. While shipping valuable cargo, independent freight forwarders need to eliminate every risk of loss, damage and theft….
The sea freight industry is presently undergoing a drop in ocean freight rates because of a fall in consumer demand. Although this had been predicted a while back by maritime experts, the rate of fall is much steeper than previously anticipated. In fact, the logistics companies have reported a drop in ocean freight orders by…
The use of intermodal containers has brought about a significant transformation in the transportation and logistics sector. The intermodal containers are different from other shipping containers since they are generally used in a range of transportation modes. These kinds of containers are deemed ideal for long-distance transportation and can minimize fuel expenditure by saving up…
The sole aim of all small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies is to grow their business. Growth in this context implies getting new customers, taking on new employees, opening branch offices and eventually generating more revenue. However, getting more customers and boosting the bottom line of the company necessitates more investment in the right areas….