Basic Information Required to Obtain a Freight Quote When gathering information to obtain an international freight quote, there are a few bits of information you will need to help the freight forwarder offer the quickest and cheapest price possible. Mode of transport How are you planning to ship your goods? Typically ocean freight is more economical (unless a shipment … [Read more...]
What is a Freight Forwarder?
What is a Freight Forwarder? In the simplest of terms, a freight forwarder (sometimes known as a NVOCC - non-vessel operating common carrier ) is a travel agent for your cargo yet there is so much more than that. Some say that a freight forwarder is an 'architect of transport' and some are experts in supply chain management. The legal definition at 49 U.S.C. § 13102 (8) … [Read more...]
Italian Truckers General Strike December 9th – December 13th
Italian Truckers general strike December 9th - December 13th Today, Monday December 9th, hundreds of striking truckers joined the Pitchfork (Forconi) Movement to block or slow transportation in a number of cities in Italy. Members of the movement are protesting against high fuel prices and taxes. Italian transport minister Maurizio Lupi on Sunday warned the government … [Read more...]
Truck Cargo Pre-inspection Pilot Beginning
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began Phase I of a truck cargo pre-inspection pilot on June 17, 2013 at the Pacific Highway crossing. This pilot is a cooperative effort by CBP, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Public Safety Canada initiative. Phase I will determine the viability of assigning CBP officers to Canadian border crossings to pre-inspect southbound … [Read more...]
Why shippers should insure their cargo.
Although you thought you packed your shipment correctly, loaded it carefully on the truck or container as soon as it left your dock it was out of your control. The carrier’s goal is to deliver your cargo safely, but sometimes goods get damaged or worse - lost in transit. When this happens what are you covered for? What would a carrier be obligated to pay for a freight claim … [Read more...]