On August 1, 2023, the inaugural container train from Tianjin to Inner Mongolia officially set off, marking the launch of the 'New Port - Suji' service. This new route is expected to reduce road transport and increase the proportion of railway transport, potentially decreasing the use of 66,000 vehicles and lowering overall costs by 15%.
This article explores the fundamental principles and considerations of Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping, including booking with shipping companies, the role of freight forwarders, and ensuring cargo safety and compliance. It offers effective operational guidance to help businesses optimize international logistics.
Evergreen Marine has invested $3.25 billion to order 11 ultra-large LNG dual-fuel container ships, showcasing its foresight in the green transformation of shipping. In collaboration with Hanwha Ocean and Guangzhou Shipyard International, the company emphasizes environmental protection and economic efficiency.
MSC has introduced its first 24,000 TEU super container ship to Africa, marking a new chapter in West African shipping history. This initiative aims to enhance regional trade connectivity, boost local economic development, and demonstrate MSC's long-term commitment to the African market.
Blume Global's Appointment Scheduling platform offers a new solution for maritime terminal operators to manage appointments and online payments. ICTSI is the first to implement this technology, significantly enhancing container turnover efficiency and operational transparency, thus advancing the global digitization process of terminals.
This article discusses important considerations for exporting dangerous goods to South Korea via Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping. It covers port requirements, necessary packaging labels, customs regulations, and applicable categories of dangerous goods, aiding businesses in compliant and safe international trade.
Bonded warehouses play a crucial role in international trade, classified into public, private, and self-use types, primarily storing goods that have not completed customs procedures. National regulations prohibit the storage of prohibited items in these warehouses, ensuring smooth trade operations and compliance with social responsibilities. Various types of warehouses cater to the diverse needs of businesses.
This article discusses the classification and coding structure of customs duty exemption codes, detailing types of import and export goods such as general taxation, gratuitous aid, and other statutory tax reductions. By clarifying the definitions, codes, and applicable ranges for various types of goods, it aids relevant personnel in effectively understanding customs policies, thereby facilitating smooth international trade.
The issue of cargo being forced to roll over to the next sailing due to insufficient vessel capacity is increasingly severe. Flexport recommends making bookings in advance to mitigate risks. Additionally, customers can ensure smooth shipping by monitoring market updates and controlling container weights.
Demurrage fees refer to the charges incurred when cargo remains at the port beyond the final free days, calculated per container, per day, and can accumulate quickly. The Flexport team offers solutions like 'pre-pulling' services to help you reduce costs and improve logistics efficiency.
