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Glossary of Shipping Terms
Last updated on March 1, 2024 by Ben ThompsonThe International shipping and marine transport industry is full of unique shipping terms and shipping abbreviations. And these are used every day to describe everything from modes of transport, units of measure, pricing structures, IncoTerms and much more. Therefore, it’s important that importers, exporters and freight companies correctly communicate freight terms to avoid problems or…
Best Software for Small Business Exporters in 2022
Last updated on June 16, 2022 by Ben ThompsonSimplify & streamline your day-to-day import/export business operations with the best software for exporters 2022.
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, RCEP
Last updated on December 3, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is the largest trade deal in history. On the 15th of November 2020, Ministers from 15 countries agreed to the new trade deal, also known as the RCEP, which covers up to 30% of the global economy.
Integrate Xero with IncoDocs to Eliminate Data Re-entry when Shipping Internationally.
Last updated on November 24, 2020 by Ben ThompsonCreating multiple documents is a vital part of shipping products Internationally. Shippers must ensure that they provide compliant documentation that contains all relevant shipping & customs information to ensure smooth shipments and avoid any costly delays.
Integrate QuickBooks with IncoDocs to Eliminate Data Re-entry when Shipping Internationally.
Last updated on October 30, 2020 by Ben ThompsonCreating multiple documents is a vital part of shipping products Internationally. Shippers must ensure that they provide compliant documentation that contains all relevant shipping & customs information to ensure smooth shipments and avoid any costly delays.
USMCA Trade Agreement Updates and Changes
Last updated on September 29, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe USMCA trade agreement came into effect on the 1st of July 2020, replacing the old NAFTA agreement. The new agreement brings updates and changes to Origin requirements and classification for goods being shipped between the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Foreign Exchange Payments | Podcast
Last updated on April 28, 2020 by Ben ThompsonIn early 2020, COVID-19 caused disruptions to people and businesses in countries around the world. For the first time, many shipping teams have been forced to work remotely from home. The disruptions has also caused extreme volatility in foreign exchange markets over the world.
Running your export business remotely beyond 2020
Last updated on April 1, 2020 by Ben ThompsonTips and resources for running your export business remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
IMO2020 Regulations and how they will affect the shipping industry | Podcast
Last updated on August 18, 2019 by Ben ThompsonThe International Maritime Organization announced new IMO2020 regulations that will come into effect on the 1st of January 2020. Shipping lines around the world are preparing to meet strict new Sulphur Oxide (SOx) emissions.
IMO2020: How Regulations will Impact the Shipping Industry
Last updated on April 9, 2019 by Ben ThompsonIn 2016, the International Maritime Organization announced that they would be implementing strict new Sulphur regulations, known as IMO2020.