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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…
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CHALLENGES FACED DURING ROAD FREIGHT
Home Blog Challenges Faced During Road Freight Challenges Faced During Road Freight Road freight is one of the most important modes of transport and it is necessary for the development of commerce and industry. Roads act as an important feeder to other modes of transport such as airways and shipways. Though road freight has many…
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BONDED CARGO AND WAREHOUSES
Home Blog Bonded Cargo And Warehouses Bonded Cargo And Warehouses Bonded Cargo refers to any foreign shipment on which your company owes things like duties, taxes or penalties, even regular custom charges. Typically, bonded cargo is maintained in an area of a warehouse controlled by custom agents. This happens everywhere in the world and it…