How to Open a Shipping Container
In 1956, Malcom McLean revolutionized the freight industry by introducing intermodal shipping containers that allow…
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What Is a Carting Order?
A carting order, also referred to as a cart chit or cart ticket, is a…
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What Type of Cargo Do Freight Trains Carry?
According to the United States Bureau of Transportation, the freight industry moves between 1.5-2 million…
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Contract of Affreightment (COA): Definition, Types & Comparisons
Shipping cargo via sea freight is one of the most popular modes of transport in…
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What Is The Conoco Weather Clause (CWC)?
A charter party is contracted when a shipowner allows another party (commonly referred to as…
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Whether In Berth or Not (WIBON)
WIBON is a condition in a charter party agreement that affects the computation of the…
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What Is a Service Exporter? A Comprehensive Guide
A service is essentially an experience or an intangible offering that a consumer or a…
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What Is FHEX?
There are various types of liner terms that make up a charter party, which is…
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What Is Vessel Turnaround Time (VTT)?
About 80% of the international trade volume is facilitated through our oceans, in various types…
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What Is a Dangerous Goods Note (DGN)?
When it comes to shipping dangerous goods, they often require an accompanying document that indicates…
