Guides
How to Calculate the Landed Cost of Imported Products
Last updated on February 26, 2024 by Ben Thompson
Businesses that are involved in Global Trade are faced with dozens of additional costs, fees and charges involved with importing products through to the final location. It’s imperative that buyers understand the actual final costs of imported products in advance, to make smart decisions for their business.
How Many Cars Fit in a Shipping Container: Maximizing Space for Car Shipping
Last updated on February 2, 2024 by Ben ThompsonThe advantages of car container shipping, where safety meets cost-effectiveness. This method not only shields your vehicle from harm but also offers the convenience of transporting multiple cars simultaneously. Explore how it's changing the game in vehicle logistics.
Incoterms® 2024: Guide, and changes of Incoterms® Explained
Last updated on January 31, 2024 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® Guide to use in 2024 Incoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2024 and beyond. The International Chamber of Commerce ICC published the latest version of Incoterms® 2020. These changes came into effect on the 1st of January 2020 and…
Incoterms® in 2023 Guide
Last updated on December 6, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIt is important to know which Incoterms® are applicable in 2023 as they determine the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. Additionally, incorrect Incoterms® can result in costly errors or delays in international trade.
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.
Incoterms® in 2022 Guide
Last updated on April 13, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2022 and beyond.
Brexit Guide, Shipping Beyond 2020
Last updated on December 11, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe United Kingdom officially left the European Union on the 31st of January 2020. The UK is in a transition period (or implementation period) that ends on the 31st of December 2020. During that time, the UK-EU trading relationship remains the same.
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.
Incoterms® 2020 Explained – The Complete Guide
Last updated on January 20, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe International Chamber of Commerce have published new Incoterms® 2020 that have come into effect from the 1st of January 2020. The ICC originally published Incoterms® in 1936 and have continually made updates to reflect the changes to the Global Trade environment. It’s important that all parties involved in trade clearly understand the changes and…
The complete guide to choosing the right freight forwarder
Last updated on January 23, 2019 by Ben ThompsonFreight Forwarders are companies that specialize in all arranging the shipping and logistics of goods from the start to finish of the supply chain. Because the International supply chain involves so many different processes and parties in different countries, freight forwarders specialize in connecting services to streamline freight movements around the world.
