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…
Shipping hazardous cargo demands more caution and attention to detail than the movement of regular cargo. Moreover, the ever-changing procedures and paperwork related to dangerous goods have further complicated the shipping process of these shipments. Additionally, hazardous cargoes are subjected to stringent customs and regulatory requirements where even the slightest error in packing and documentation…
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 success of a freight forwarding company largely depends on two primary factors- the company’s knowledge and experience in the sector and its ability to relate to people and provide them with the best solutions. Therefore, aspects such as networking and the effective management of contacts are vital tools that can help independent freight forwarders…
As the world’s largest exclusive freight forwarders network, Conqueror Freight Network takes several steps to ensure that all the members are untouched by bad debts from other members. Not only do we have strict membership requirements to enlist only the most financially solvent, reputable and creditworthy agents as our members, we even monitor the member’s…
In the transportation and logistics industry, there are no sure-shot formulae for instant success, but there are several things small and mid-sized logistics companies can do to boost their business growth and establish their brand. Growing your freight forwarding business is an ongoing process that requires industry knowledge, dedication, hard work, and patience. It doesn’t…
India, one of the fastest developing economies in South Asia, is ramping up its logistical infrastructure. The Indian government has launched an ambitious rail freight project that is helping the country to make a massive freight transport transition from highways to railways. Moreover, the Rail Logistics project of the government is also acting as an…
The ocean freight sector is responsible for around 90% of the net global trade according to the International Maritime organization. The container shipping industry consists of several sea routes some of which are more important because of their location and commercial requirements commanding the inflow of container ships. The carriers rely on shipping routes that…
China – one of the world’s most important shipping and industrial country, has come up as a major economic power with substantial control over international trade. Following several decades of economic development, China has established its position as one of the pioneers of the global container shipping sector. Furthermore, the country also has a very…