What Is a Container Seal Fee?
Shipping containers need to be secured with a seal, in order to comply with ISO…
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What Is a Container Cleaning Fee?
Shipping containers are used for almost all types of cargo, from perishable goods and electronics…
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How to Seal a Shipping Container
Correctly sealing a shipping container is an essential part of the shipping process. The container…
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Japan Advance Filing Rules (AFR): Information & Submission Guide
Certain countries require a submission of an advanced manifest for customs clearance and cargo assessment…
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What Is a Shipping Order (SO)?
After having placed a booking with a carrier, they will inform the shipper and freight…
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What Is a Low Water Surcharge (LWS)?
Whenever possible, ocean carriers try to maximize container utilization on vessels. However, this may not…
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Why Shipping Containers Have Different Colors
Shipping containers come in various shapes, sizes and colors. It’s common to see a colorful…
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A Guide to SecuraCam Containers
Container security has always been an important topic in the world of logistics and has…
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Cash Against Documents (CAD): Buyer’s & Seller’s Guide
There are various ways for buyers and sellers to protect themselves during business transactions where…
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Merchant Haulage vs Carrier Haulage: Main Differences Explained
Containers need to be transported to the port, before being loaded onto the vessel and…
