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  • Demurrage vs Detention in Supply Chain Logistics

    Last updated on October 1, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Demurrage and detention fees can disrupt the supply chain and add extra costs. Demurrage happens when cargo sits too long at the port. Detention fees kick in when empty containers are returned late. Understanding these fees and planning ahead can help you avoid delays and keep costs down.

  • 3PL (Third-Party Logistics): What They Are, What They Do, and Why Use One

    Last updated on September 25, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    third party logistics

    Discover the benefits of 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) in streamlining your business operations. Learn how outsourcing logistics tasks like inventory management, warehousing, and shipping to a 3PL provider can save costs, boost efficiency, and support business growth. Find out if a 3PL is the right solution for you!

  • The Import Export Shipping Trade Guide Online

    Last updated on September 23, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    If you’re an existing or new importer, exporter or trading company wanting to learn about an import export course online, download the Global Trade Guide.

  • Last Mile Delivery Explained

    Last updated on September 20, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Last mile delivery is the final step in getting goods to their destination. This could be a home, warehouse, or store. It is important for speed and customer satisfaction. Learn how last mile delivery works. Understand the challenges and how companies can make this process faster and more affordable.

  • Trade Barriers in International Trade: Tariffs and More

    Last updated on September 18, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    trade barrier

    Trade barriers are restrictions that governments place on international trade to protect domestic industries. They include tariffs, which are taxes on imports, and non-tariff measures like quotas and regulations. These barriers increase the cost of foreign goods, making them less competitive. While trade barriers help local businesses, they can lead to higher prices for consumers…

  • Freight Forwarder vs Customs Broker: Key Differences Explained

    Last updated on September 13, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    freight forwarder vs customs broker

    Freight forwarders and customs brokers play distinct roles in international shipping. Freight forwarders manage logistics and transportation, while customs brokers focus on customs paperwork and compliance. Many freight forwarders also offer customs clearance services. Understanding these roles helps streamline shipping and avoid delays.

  • What is Chargeable Weight?

    Last updated on September 11, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Chargeable weight plays a key role in how shipping costs are calculated. It’s the higher of two numbers: the actual weight or the space your shipment takes up (volumetric weight). This can lead to higher fees for large, lightweight items. Knowing how chargeable weight works helps you avoid surprises with shipping costs.

  • Countervailing Duties Explained

    Last updated on September 6, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    Countervailing duties explained

    Countervailing duties (CVDs) are special taxes on imports aimed at offsetting unfair foreign subsidies. These subsidies can make products cheaper, harming local industries. Want to learn how CVDs help balance the market and protect domestic businesses? Dive in and discover how they work!

  • Anti-Dumping Duties: Explained with Examples

    Last updated on August 31, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    Anti Dumping Duties

    Anti-dumping duties are tariffs imposed by governments to protect local industries from foreign companies selling products at unfairly low prices. These duties ensure fair competition by raising the price of these imports. This article explains anti-dumping duties, their importance, how they work, and their global impact.

  • Price Dumping: Impact, Types, and International Trade Implications

    Last updated on August 23, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Price dumping in international trade is a strategy where companies sell products in a foreign market at prices lower than in their home country, sometimes even below production costs. While it can help businesses gain market share quickly, it can also harm competition and lead to trade disputes. Understanding its impacts is crucial for navigating…

  • Demurrage vs Detention in Supply Chain Logistics

    Last updated on October 1, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Demurrage and detention fees can disrupt the supply chain and add extra costs. Demurrage happens when cargo sits too long at the port. Detention fees kick in when empty containers are returned late. Understanding these fees and planning ahead can help you avoid delays and keep costs down. Read More »

  • 3PL (Third-Party Logistics): What They Are, What They Do, and Why Use One

    Last updated on September 25, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    third party logistics

    Discover the benefits of 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) in streamlining your business operations. Learn how outsourcing logistics tasks like inventory management, warehousing, and shipping to a 3PL provider can save costs, boost efficiency, and support business growth. Find out if a 3PL is the right solution for you! Read More »

  • The Import Export Shipping Trade Guide Online

    Last updated on September 23, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    If you’re an existing or new importer, exporter or trading company wanting to learn about an import export course online, download the Global Trade Guide. Read More »

  • Last Mile Delivery Explained

    Last updated on September 20, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Last mile delivery is the final step in getting goods to their destination. This could be a home, warehouse, or store. It is important for speed and customer satisfaction. Learn how last mile delivery works. Understand the challenges and how companies can make this process faster and more affordable. Read More »

  • Trade Barriers in International Trade: Tariffs and More

    Last updated on September 18, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    trade barrier

    Trade barriers are restrictions that governments place on international trade to protect domestic industries. They include tariffs, which are taxes on imports, and non-tariff measures like quotas and regulations. These barriers increase the cost of foreign goods, making them less competitive. While trade barriers help local businesses, they can lead to higher prices for consumers and reduce global trade. Read More »

  • Freight Forwarder vs Customs Broker: Key Differences Explained

    Last updated on September 13, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    freight forwarder vs customs broker

    Freight forwarders and customs brokers play distinct roles in international shipping. Freight forwarders manage logistics and transportation, while customs brokers focus on customs paperwork and compliance. Many freight forwarders also offer customs clearance services. Understanding these roles helps streamline shipping and avoid delays. Read More »

  • What is Chargeable Weight?

    Last updated on September 11, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Chargeable weight plays a key role in how shipping costs are calculated. It’s the higher of two numbers: the actual weight or the space your shipment takes up (volumetric weight). This can lead to higher fees for large, lightweight items. Knowing how chargeable weight works helps you avoid surprises with shipping costs. Read More »

  • Countervailing Duties Explained

    Last updated on September 6, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    Countervailing duties explained

    Countervailing duties (CVDs) are special taxes on imports aimed at offsetting unfair foreign subsidies. These subsidies can make products cheaper, harming local industries. Want to learn how CVDs help balance the market and protect domestic businesses? Dive in and discover how they work! Read More »

  • Anti-Dumping Duties: Explained with Examples

    Last updated on August 31, 2024 by Ben Thompson
    Anti Dumping Duties

    Anti-dumping duties are tariffs imposed by governments to protect local industries from foreign companies selling products at unfairly low prices. These duties ensure fair competition by raising the price of these imports. This article explains anti-dumping duties, their importance, how they work, and their global impact. Read More »

  • Price Dumping: Impact, Types, and International Trade Implications

    Last updated on August 23, 2024 by Ben Thompson

    Price dumping in international trade is a strategy where companies sell products in a foreign market at prices lower than in their home country, sometimes even below production costs. While it can help businesses gain market share quickly, it can also harm competition and lead to trade disputes. Understanding its impacts is crucial for navigating global markets. Read More »

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