Category: Cargo Shipping
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Comparing Container, Breakbulk, and Air Freight Shipping Methods for Cargo to Africa
Introduction: Shipping cargo to Africa presents a unique set of challenges, as the continent features diverse infrastructure, varying customs regulations, and a wide range of logistical requirements. When selecting the most suitable shipping method, businesses must consider cost, transit time, and the goods’ nature. This blog post will delve into the specifics of the container,…
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Colossal Cargo Ship Benjamin Franklin to Operate in Pacific
Benjamin Franklin is one massive container ship that will start carrying cargo from May This colossal container ship and five like it are going to carry cargo across Pacific Ocean but they would not be coming to Puget Sound Ports. These ships are planned to start their journey from May this year.French-owned CMA CGM Group…
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How to be Smart When Sending Cargo to Nigeria?
During the cargo delivery, human mistakes – caused by the human actions – are the common factor. What are the common mistakes that Nigerians do in the shipping process? How these shipping errors can be minimized? Like other life projects of the world, the shipping industry of Nigeria is also difficult and risky. There are…
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Elbe River Stuck Container Ship Rescued
The two previous attempts had failed to free the container ship which had run aground What happened? A container ship had run aground in the Elbe River near Hamburg almost a week ago. The authorities made two attempts previously which had been unfruitful and failed miserably. It is expected to continue its voyage after the…
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What are the Major Differences Between Strategic and Transactional Shippers
Two types of the shippers are working in the logistics industry that are the Strategic and Transactional shipper. The key difference between both the shippers is given in the following article. What is Strategic shippers? The strategic shippers are risk opposing and they worked with renowned logistic companies. They are cost sensitive and strategic shoppers…
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Nigerian Shippers Council Starts Cargo Tracking
Nigerian shippers council starts tracking the cargo to check swift practices and opted for the International Cargo tracking Note (ICTN) Shippers’ Council begins cargo tracking to determine the sharp practices, the Nigerian Shippers Council has opted for ICTN systems with an early revenue target of around $87 million. The new tracking policy will also assist…
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East African Countries To Use Electonic Cargo Tracking System
Kenya and Rwanda to replicate electronic cargo tracking system previously used by Uganda Kenya and Rwanda confirm that they are looking to replicate the electronic cargo tracking system (ECTS)this year. This system will ultimately reduce the cost of transporting cargo on the northern corridor. The heads of the state summit in Kigali stated that…
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North Sea Storm Destroys Cargo
The strong winds are causing more damage to the ships than anything else This week the North Sea is really furious and causing severe damage to the cargo ships whether they be sailing to deliver sea cargo to Africa or U.S. or any other country across the globe. The damages that we are talking about…
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Can Moisture Damage Your Freight During Containerized Shipping?
How you can save your products from damage during containerized shipping from damage? Moisture is harmful for your delivery so it is important to know how to protect your cargo from container rain. It is crucial to know that about ten percent of cargo products are wasted due to moisture in container shipping. A…