TACT Manual Standardizes Global Air Cargo Operations Amid Trade Growth

TACT Manual Standardizes Global Air Cargo Operations Amid Trade Growth

The TACT (The Air Cargo Tariff) is an air freight rate manual published by the International Air Transport Association. It addresses inconsistencies in airline rate manuals that emerged in the 1970s. TACT consists of three parts: TACT Rules, North American rates, and global rates. It covers carrier rules, charges, rates, and special provisions, providing standardized references for international freight, thereby enhancing industry efficiency.

07/28/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Port Congestion Challenges Oversized Cargo Deliveries

Port Congestion Challenges Oversized Cargo Deliveries

Oversized containers often face issues like port area queuing and information delays when entering the port. This paper analyzes the reasons for the difficulty in OT cabinet entry and provides freight forwarders with coping strategies, including patient waiting, proactive communication, and paying fees when necessary. The aim is to help freight forwarders better solve the problem of port entry difficulties.

08/22/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Ravenna Port Becomes Key Adriatic Trade Hub

Ravenna Port Becomes Key Adriatic Trade Hub

Ravenna Port, a key maritime gateway in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, has become a leader in trade across the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea due to its advantageous geographic location. By joining the International Port Association, the port aims to enhance its global cooperation and operational efficiency, contributing significantly to regional economic growth.

08/05/2025 Port Encyclopedia
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Challenges and Development Paths Faced by New Energy Logistics Vehicle Operators

Challenges and Development Paths Faced by New Energy Logistics Vehicle Operators

Operators of new energy logistics vehicles face multiple challenges, including prolonged payback periods and intensified competition, resulting in slim profit margins. High overall investments, low rental income, and increased market rivalry, coupled with the influx of new players, intensify the pressure on operators. To navigate the current market environment, operators must seek solutions by optimizing their business models and reducing operational costs to improve rental rates and enhance their competitive edge.

07/22/2025 Logistics
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How The Fashion Industry Leverages Logistics To Achieve Net-zero Goals

How The Fashion Industry Leverages Logistics To Achieve Net-zero Goals

On October 22, 2024, the Global Fashion Agenda hosted an online masterclass focused on how logistics can contribute to the sustainable development of the fashion industry. The event featured insights on using logistics to reduce carbon emissions, based on a collaboratively released report titled "Reverse Logistics in Circular Fashion Systems: Exploring Untapped Potential." The conference aimed to provide actionable guidance and tools for the industry to advance towards net-zero goals.

10/29/2024 Logistics
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Fine Control of Inventory LCL Logistics Helps Businesses Balance Inventory Management

Fine Control of Inventory LCL Logistics Helps Businesses Balance Inventory Management

This article explores how LCL logistics helps businesses balance inventory management through five key advantages: precise control over shipping volumes, improved inventory turnover rates, enhanced flexibility and responsiveness, optimized costs, and support for just-in-time inventory management. By leveraging these advantages, companies can effectively respond to demand fluctuations, maximize resource utilization, and reduce overall operational costs, thereby gaining a competitive edge in a challenging market environment.

09/04/2023 Logistics
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