Reefer containers or refrigerated containers are gigantic refrigerators that freight forwarders use to ship temperature-sensitive cargo such as fruit, meat, vegetables, dairy, flower, pharmaceuticals, etc across the oceans. Sea freight forwarders that specialize in perishable cargo typically use these containers that can maintain a temperature range of -30°C and +30°C. Moreover, with the increase in…
Even in the first quarter of 2023 women continue to represent an untapped resource in the overall talent pool of the transportation and logistics industry which still continues to be a male-dominated sector. An inclusive work culture will help the players in this sector to find new and innovative ideas that could eventually help to…
Air freight greatly facilitates international trade by allowing for the quick movement of cargo from one part of the world to another. During the pandemic, we have seen how the disruption of ocean freight services along with the high demand for goods, and the need to ship vaccines, prompted the transportation and logistics sector to…
Inflation made a comeback in 2022 and consumers all around the world had to deal with price hikes the like of which were never seen before. Following decades of relative calm, the cost of commodities in the US has spiked to the level that was last seen during the great inflation of the 70s and…
In the last three years, the pandemic impacted the normalcy of global logistical operations as a result of which the supply chain industry had to contend with severe disruptions, container shortages, port congestion, hike in spot rates, and sudden changes in demand among other things. Right now we can confidently expect that the pandemic is…
The transportation and logistics sector can greatly benefit from efficient route planning software that can ensure timely deliveries while cutting down on the expenses. The route optimization systems help freight forwarding companies figure out the most efficient routes for sending several deliveries to a number of locations within the least possible time and covering the…
Transportation and logistics industry is a paper-heavy sector that entails a paper trail for all its operations, from management to inventory tracking to international shipping and warehousing. For decades, documentation of international trade has been reliant on physical documents that need to be submitted and exchanged by post or courier services. Therefore, lost or damaged…
No matter if you as the independent freight forwarder are moving your cargo by sea, air, or land freight, choosing your shipping container wisely will take you a long way. Although at first glance, this task might seem simple enough, you need to take several considerations into account before selecting the right container that fully…
The market size of the transportation and logistics industry has been projected to reach over $12 billion by 2027. This would never have been possible without the use of the up-and-coming technologies that have been helping this industry to stay up-to-date. For example, blockchain technology is taking the supply chain industry by storm. While multinationals…
An essential component of the independent freight forwarders’ job consists of ensuring that the cargo reaches the consignee’s destination in its intact condition. Making sure that the cargo reaches the customer undamaged not only helps with client retention but also helps to avoid reverse logistics expenses. More often than not, once the shipment is loaded…