Don’t we just love an acronym in the shipping sector? But this time – wait for it – rather than a term relating to the process of shipping, it’s to do with who ships the goods. Riveting. Nonetheless, it’s something you should know about. Hold on to your...
Received a quote and noticed that it’s only valid for 30 days? Or perhaps you’ve called back to pay for a quote, only to be told that the 30-day period has passed and the price has changed. What’s going on?! Why do freight quotes have an expiration date? We’re...
Package lobbed onto your porch roof by an unhelpful delivery driver? Letter arrived unsealed with the contents missing? Most of us have experienced problems with sending and receiving parcels and letters at some point. When it comes to cargo, the stakes are much...
Whether you’re sending or receiving cargo, knowing how long it should take is essential. Having a sound gauge on timescales is crucial to managing a happy supply chain, but what’s the best way to get your goods where they need to be on time? This blog will help you...
The preparation of your goods for shipping is crucial to get right. Because your cargo may be travelling a significant distance and changing hands, and modes of transport, several times, proper packaging is needed to avoid the risk of damage. But what is the best way...
