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10 Common Costly Mistakes Importers Should Avoid

August 26, 2019 2019, Helpful Resources, Logistics No Comments

Whether you are a first-time importer or a seasoned pro, understanding these common mistakes and how to avoid them could save you a lot of time and money. Not asking for the proper Incoterms Many importers fail to ask for the proper Incoterms while negotiating a contract for sale. If you do not ask for […]

Cargo Insurance: To Insure or Not to Insure?

August 26, 2019 2019, Logistics No Comments

If your business imports or exports its products, you invest in your future every time you ship cargo. Surprisingly, many shippers try to save a little money by not insuring their cargo, and, unfortunately, many have paid heavily for it in the end. To help you decide whether or not to insure your cargo, you […]

Rough Seas Ahead for the Peak Season as Threats Loom from IMO 2020, Tariffs

June 27, 2019 2019, IMO 2020, Logistics No Comments

The threats of tariffs on Chinese goods and the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) low-sulfur fuel regulations, known as IMO 2020, will cause a spike in demand for shipping services in the second half of the year. Many importers are already rushing shipments to avoid the potential tariffs that President Trump threatened to impose on the […]