by Lucinda Dawes | Nov 14, 2023 | Knowledge Base
Do you import or export goods? Then, you might have heard of detention and demurrage charges. But what exactly are they, and why do you need to pay them? Here, we explain the two terms, how they work and why it’s crucial you know about them. Detention Charges The word...
by Lucinda Dawes | Nov 7, 2023 | Knowledge Base
Warehousing is intrinsically tied to logistics, but it might be something you’ve yet to come across. Here, we explain the role of warehousing in freight forwarding and how it can help your business. What Is Warehousing? Warehousing describes the temporary storage of...
by Lucinda Dawes | Oct 21, 2023 | Knowledge Base
When you start a small business of any kind, there’s a lot to think about. And making mistakes can cost you – big time. To ease the pressure, here’s a quick guide to getting your goods where they need to be. Let’s start at the beginning. The Basics Of Freight...
by Lucinda Dawes | Jul 21, 2023 | Knowledge Base
Don’t we just love an acronym in the shipping sector? But this time – wait for it – rather than a term relating to the process of shipping, it’s to do with who ships the goods. Riveting. Nonetheless, it’s something you should know about. Hold on to your...
by Lucinda Dawes | Jul 14, 2023 | Knowledge Base
Received a quote and noticed that it’s only valid for 30 days? Or perhaps you’ve called back to pay for a quote, only to be told that the 30-day period has passed and the price has changed. What’s going on?! Why do freight quotes have an expiration date? We’re...