In the container shipping industry, one significant pain point for independent freight forwarders is the accessibility of real-time container data. To better comprehend the challenges faced by companies in this sector, Container xChange conducted a comprehensive survey involving over 250 participants, including container traders, freight forwarders, and NVOCCs. The results revealed that a significant majority…
Port congestion, a persistent problem in maritime logistics, continues to plague the ocean freight shipping industry to this day. However, it is important to understand the causes, the affected parties, and the strategies for safeguarding your business during such circumstances. In this blog, we are going to unravel the reasons behind port congestion and provide…
In an era of digital freight forwarding, the traditional logistics companies are actively seeking ways to close the gap and remain competitive with the big names in the industry. By embracing innovative technologies and adopting new strategies, established freight forwarders are finding opportunities to leverage their expertise while staying ahead of the curve. This article…
Independent freight forwarders engaged in trucking operations are still lagging behind when it comes to the utilization of freight forwarding tools. However, the pandemic-induced challenges and intense competition from multinational companies have compelled these traditional players to modernize their operations by adopting technology crucial for the digital transformation of the ground freight sector. By incorporating…
A recent report published by Container xChange, highlighted how the digitization of container operations can bring significant benefits for forwarders working in the container shipping industry. The report revealed that an astonishing 93% of logistics professionals who specialize in ocean freight shipping spend half of their workdays exclusively dealing with operational issues. The findings were…
A properly planned and executed email marketing strategy can be a very helpful way for independent freight forwarders to generate leads and convert prospective clients into returning ones. Email marketing can allow logistics companies to reach a large group of people while customizing the email content according to the needs and wants of the individual…
There are several ways in which logistics companies can cut costs and increase their profitability. However, in the present scenario, one of the best opportunities for logistics service providers to reduce expenses is to effectively deal with the problem of rising fuel costs in an innovative way. Companies in the transportation and logistics sector have…
Logistics companies that want to gain a greater foothold in the market need to invest considerable time and effort towards nurturing and maintaining a good rapport with their potential customers. It needs to be remembered in this context that lead generation and nurturing is a time-intensive task that requires preparation and a well-planned strategy. Additionally,…
As the freight forwarding industry is gradually becoming one of the most lucrative sectors globally, the instances of fraudulent activities in the shipping and freight sector are steadily increasing. Since the pandemic, freight forwarding companies have been relying more on online interactions rather than face-to-face meetings which has made it difficult to ascertain the legitimacy…
Sales in the transportation and logistics sector can be tough to scale for independent freight forwarders like you, especially in the present times when multinationals are expanding their outreach like never before and trying to capture a growing share of your business. Moreover, the economic downturn caused by the pandemic since 2020, has added to…