What is Detention and how is it not Demurrage?
What is Detention and how is it not Demurrage?
We discussed demurrage in the previous week, and went into detail about why you are charged, how much you may be charged and what the process is. But if that is demurrage, what is detention in logistics terms? That is … Continue reading
What is Demurrage in Logistics?
The terms demurrage is used greatly in the logistics world. Essentially they are considered fees that are levied for when cargo is held at a terminal or container warehouse for a lengthy period of time. Let us explain. What does … Continue reading
The Required Documents for Overseas Shipping
With globalization and reach of consumerism spreading to all parts of the world, as with people moving to different parts of the world be it for personal or career reasons, the need for overseas shipping has increased. There is a … Continue reading
Difference in Transit Time when Sending Cargo to Sri Lanka via FCL versus LCL
The point of the matter is that, almost always, when sending cargo to Sri Lanka or any other destination, originating from the same port, the choice of shipping term makes all the difference in transit time when choosing FCL versus … Continue reading
Great Christmas Ideas for your Family when you Send Gifts Overseas
If you are an early planner, looking for great deals for your Christmas gifting, and especially when you send gifts overseas, we have some great Christmas gift ideas in store for you! If you have your family’s wish list in … Continue reading
Global Air Cargo
Instant delivery and gratification has become the cornerstone of e-commerce and with it, the global air cargo industry has been a great facilitator in ensuring that the supply meets demand. Whilst e-commerce is a more recent commodity, the like of … Continue reading
What these Packing Symbols Mean
The packing symbols that is applied on a cardboard box or shipping crates function as safety and handling guides so that during shipping the contents within are safeguarded. These packing symbols are used universally and are international shipping standards. Let’s … Continue reading
Tailor Made Freight Solutions from Australia to the World
Freight is all about moving goods in bulk from one location to another whether it’s by truck, train, ship or aircraft, which constitutes to Land Freight, Sea Freight and Air Freight, being the forerunners in the industry. Whilst the generalised … Continue reading
Door-to-Door Delivery of Cargo
The door-to-door delivery of cargo represents the processes of which the lifecycle of a shipment of cargo occurs. This usually initiates at the shipper’s warehouse and ends with at the consignee’s warehouse. There are various steps involved in the process … Continue reading
Transco Cargo Courier Services to India
As the world becomes more and more reliant on quick acquisitions and instant gratification concerning business operations and e-commerce centric businesses, the need for fast logistics is a crucial component that must be interrelated when dealing with a worldwide network … Continue reading