Transshipment is often necessary when no direct trade route exists between the origin and destination ports. In the intricate web of global trade, it actually plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods. Whether you’re a seasoned logistics professional or a business owner expanding your market reach, understanding this shipment, which is […]
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Why is Everyone Relying on Ocean Shipping? Ocean shipping is one of the most efficient methods of transporting goods worldwide. In fact, nearly 90% of global trade relies on sea freight, making it an indispensable part of international logistics. And yes, you can refer the word “Ocean shipping” as “Sea freight”. Whether you’re a first-time […]
The term “TEU”, short for “Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit,” refers to a standardized 20-foot shipping container. Over the years, it has evolved into a universal measurement unit for cargo capacity in the logistics sector. What is a TEU? TEU containers are specifically designed to enable seamless transportation across different modes, such as ships, trucks, and trains, […]
Are you shipping goods from China to Malaysia and got hit with an overweight fee? We will see how overweight fees are calculated for sea freights here! In most shipments, items on a pallet are defined as 500 kg per cubic meter (CBM) for cost charging and calculation. However, there are often shipments of goods […]