Freight forwarder Yayong shares his experience in inland container stuffing for ocean freight. He covers key aspects such as port entry after customs clearance, bill of lading inquiry, MOL's reefer-to-dry container process, APL bill of lading stamps, OOCL container pick-up, and port area scheduling. This provides a practical reference for professionals in the freight forwarding industry.
This article addresses common issues in freight forwarding practice, including non-vessel operating certificates, customs declaration cancellation, ocean bills of lading, and Shenzhen port charges. It emphasizes the timeliness of applying for certificates of origin and provides detailed explanations of the calculation methods for various fees. The aim is to offer practical reference for foreign trade practitioners.
The current exchange rate between the US dollar and the Sudanese pound is approximately 1 USD = 599.9 SDG, meaning that 10,000 USD can be exchanged for 59,990,000.58 SDG. Exchange rate fluctuations are influenced by US economic policies and both domestic and international political and economic factors. Over the past 30 days, the exchange rate has ranged from 598.81 to 600.70, indicating relative stability but with potential volatility.
Jacksonville Port, located in Florida, is a significant international freight hub in the southeastern United States. With its excellent geographical location and advanced facilities, the port attracts a substantial amount of container and general cargo transport. Featuring over 30 berths and diverse loading and unloading areas, it effectively supports the import and export of various goods, including steel products and timber, contributing to the local economic development.
Global shipping markets face sharp shifts this July, with European route rates hitting record highs due to capacity reallocation and port congestion, while US West Coast rates drop amid oversupply and weak demand. Carriers' pricing updates confirm this divergence, urging shippers and forwarders to monitor trends closely for upcoming volatility.
Maersk recently revealed that the average effective tariff in the U.S. currently stands at 21%, significantly down from 54% in April. The company anticipates that global trade and consumer confidence in the coming months will be influenced by a potential trade agreement expected to be reached by July 9. Clients across various industries are gradually reducing their dependence on China, demonstrating the flexibility of businesses to adapt to changes in international trade.
Amazon's U.S. market offers new sellers the best entry opportunity with a 73% success rate for first sales and a large user traffic. The U.S. market shows a high acceptance for niche products, and the advantages of a mature ecosystem enable new sellers to conduct business more smoothly and achieve rapid sales growth.
The United States recently signed a new trade agreement with Japan and the Philippines to promote economic cooperation and enhance trade fluidity. However, with the increase in trade, serious congestion in trans-Pacific shipping has emerged, necessitating measures to ensure transport efficiency and ensure mutual benefits for the three countries.
The United States and the European Union have reached a framework for a trade agreement to address tariff challenges, promote economic cooperation, and enhance market stability and fairness, laying the groundwork for future international trade relations.
The United States and the European Union have reached a significant trade agreement framework aimed at enhancing the convenience of bilateral trade, promoting sustainable economic development, and facilitating future market cooperation and consumer benefits.
