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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AIR AND MARINE FREIGHT
Home Blog Demurrage DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AIR AND MARINE FREIGHT Air freight refers to carrying cargo through air routes via air transport vessels whereas marine freight refers to carrying cargo through marine routes via marine vessels. Both have their differences, i.e., their pros and cons. The following are the 4 differences between air and marine freight.…
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DECARBONIZING MARITIME SHIPPING
Home Blog Demurrage DECARBONIZING MARITIME SHIPPING Shipping is the backbone of the global economy. It is by far the most efficient mode offreight transport and transports up to 80% of world’s trade volumes, according to theUnited Nations Conference on Trade And Development (UNCTAD). However, as the industryis developing, the carbon emission has also been increasing.The…
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A SHORT OVERVIEW ON DEMURRAGE
Home Blog Demurrage A SHORT OVERVIEW ON DEMURRAGE Delays in shipping are commonplace and as a result, customers may incur a multitude of extra charges which they have not catered for. One such extra charge is the Demurrage Charge. Demurrage is a charge levied by the shipping line to the importer in cases where they…
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CYBERSECURITY IN MARITIME SHIPPING INDUSTRY
Home Blog Cybersecurity In Maritime Shipping Industry Cybersecurity In Maritime Shipping Industry In the digital age, it is very important to have information about security and data safety issues.Cybersecurity is essential in shipping because it is concerned with the data protection onboardvessels as it can create manipulation and disruption of hardware and sensors.Cybersecurity has a…
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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE AND WAYS TO MAKE THE PROCESS EFFICIENT
Home Blog Cross Docking (Advanatges & Disadvantages) Customs Clearance Customs clearance is a necessary procedure before goods can be imported or exported internationally. If the shipment is cleared then the shipper will provide documentation, confirming shipment duties that are paid and the shipment can be processed. The Customs clearance process involves the following steps: Document…
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Cross Docking (Advanatges & Disadvantages)
Home Blog Cross Docking (Advanatges & Disadvantages) Cross Docking Cross-docking is the practice of unloading goods from inbound delivery vehicles and loading them directly onto outbound vehicles. There are various factors that should be considered when making a decision to implement cross-docking into an organisation. Every organisation has their priorities in terms of costs, warehouse…
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CROSS DOCKING
Home Blog Cross Docking Cross Docking Cross-docking is the practice of unloading goods from inbound delivery vehicles and loading them directly onto outbound vehicles. Cross-docking usually takes place in a dedicated docking terminal in a warehouse, where inbound goods are first received at a dock and sorted according to their final destinations. They are then…
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CHALLENGES FACED DURING AIR FREIGHT
Home Blog Challenges Faced During Air Freight Challenges Faced During Air Freight Air freight has become more demanding in recent times. Commercial aircrafts are used to carry goods. Although air cargo is considered to be efficient in delivering goods to customers, there are unseen hurdles and challenges that air freight companies have to face and…
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CARGO PORTS
Home Blog Cargo Ports Cargo Ports Cargo ports as the name suggests are ports that manage the cargo accordingly. The amenities available for the cargo differ from one port to the other. Cargo ports are also known as “Bulk ports”, “Break-bulk ports” or “Container ports”. The cargo ports include many mechanical techniques to load or…
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WHY DO YOU NEED CARGO INSURANCE
Home Blog Why Do You Need Cargo Insurance Why Do You Need Cargo Insurance When your cargo is in transit, it is prone to risk that can damage or cause the loss of your shipment. Cargo insurance protects you from financial loss due to damaged or lost cargo. It pays you the amount you’re insured…