The 10 Longest Freight Trains in the World
In the United States alone, rail freight accounts for about 28% of the total domestic…
What Is Project Cargo? A Comprehensive Information and Shipping Guide
Not all cargo is transported using shipping containers, unit load devices (ULDs) or straight trucks….
Rail vs Truck: Which Mode of Transport is Better?
Two of the most popular land freight modes that are often compared and considered are…
Container Rollovers: Root Causes and Effective Solutions
Ports globally handle more than 800 million TEUs a year, with the trend looking to…
How to Clean Shipping Containers
Carriers and shippers must ensure that a container is clean, before cargo is loaded and…
What Is a Chassis Usage Fee?
When a laden container arrives at the port of discharge, it’s typically transferred to a…
What Is Freight Under Management (FUM)?
The majority of logistics, shipping and freight companies measure market share or business size in…
Cash Against Documents (CAD): Buyer’s & Seller’s Guide
There are various ways for buyers and sellers to protect themselves during business transactions where…
What Is a Container on Flatcar (COFC)?
Containers are regularly transported between different locations. While trucking has been the more common and…