In the world of logistics and freight forwarding, almost anything can be shipped from its origin to a destination. But different types of cargo require different methods of transportation. This blog goes over some common cargo categories, like general cargo, bulk cargo, and special cargo.
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The shipping process involves multiple parties, and is long and arduous. Therefore, shipments always run into the risk of being damaged during transportation. From unpredictable weather conditions down to the smallest human error, there is a lot of room for error.
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If you’re preparing to transport oversize loads, you need to figure out 4 different types of oversized permits and 3 important guidelines. Read more to find out what they are!
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Container stuffing and destuffing is more complicated than what meets the eye. There are guidelines that need to be followed for container stuffing, and both have to be executed carefully to ensure the safety of the cargo being transported.
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Loose cargo refers to cargo that does not require packaging, cargo that is weirdly shaped and cannot be shipped within containers, or cargo that cannot be strapped down to a pallet. It requires the use of specialized trailers, and often refers to bulk shipments.
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Every year, shipping companies lose an average of 1,390 containers at sea from a wide range of causes. What cargo insurance coverage aims to do is to minimize your loss in the event of an unexpected complication that damages your goods. So what exactly does cargo insurance coverage provide? And how much does cargo insurance cost?
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