Port congestion 2024: Causes, surcharges, and 4 tips to avoid delays
Port congestion remains a persistent issue, affecting the entire shipping industry. Read this blog to discover why it happens, its impact, and…
Surupasree Sarmmah
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![What is an Open Top Container? Your complete guide [20′ & 40′]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fopen-top-container-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
What is an Open Top Container? Your complete guide [20′ & 40′]
An open top container is perfect for your out-of-gauge cargo needs. Read this blog to find out all about the benefits and…
Surupasree Sarmmah
![House Bill of Lading: Know the definition, purpose & format [2024 best guide]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fhouse-bill-of-lading-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
House Bill of Lading: Know the definition, purpose & format [2024 best guide]
A House Bill of Lading is a crucial document within the shipping industry. Without it, you’ll face a myriad of challenges such…
Aziza Toeffie
![Best shipping container manufacturers in China [+how to buy containers at best price]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fshipping-container-manufacturers-china-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Best shipping container manufacturers in China [+how to buy containers at best price]
The top container manufacturers in China dominate the global container manufacturing industry. Read on to know who these companies are and why…
Vatsala Singh
![Shipping container weight: Why it matters [+ how to calculate]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fshipping-container-weight-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Shipping container weight: Why it matters [+ how to calculate]
Understanding shipping container weights is essential for the safe transport of your cargo. This blog will help you choose the right container…
Abigail Munroe
![Shipping digitalization strategy: How does it benefit the industry [2024]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fdigitalization-in-logistics-industry-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Shipping digitalization strategy: How does it benefit the industry [2024]
Digitalization has revolutionized the shipping industry in more ways than one. From streamlining container operations to increasing the efficiency and safety of…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
Shipping container dimensions: A comprehensive guide
Understanding the dimensions of various container sizes is the first step in selecting the perfect container for your business needs. In this…
Abigail Munroe
![Demurrage and detention charges: Save money in top 10 ports [2024]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fdemurrage-detention-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Demurrage and detention charges: Save money in top 10 ports [2024]
Demurrage and detention (D&D) charges were significantly high during the pandemic due to supply chain disruptions and port congestions. From 2020 to…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
![Container imbalance explained: 5 main reasons [+ ways to balance container flow & save money]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fbalancing-container-imbalance-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Container imbalance explained: 5 main reasons [+ ways to balance container flow & save money]
Last updated: 13 October, 2023 Container imbalance is a serious challenge in the shipping industry. It costs you exuberant container imbalance…
Surupasree Sarmmah
![What is a CSC plate? Get the definition [+find top surveyors]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fcsc-plate-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
What is a CSC plate? Get the definition [+find top surveyors]
Last updated: 11 October, 2023 Every container used for international transport needs a valid CSC plate to ensure good conditions for…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
![What's a flat rack container? Your guide to dimensions & uses [+find best prices]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fflat-rack-container-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
What's a flat rack container? Your guide to dimensions & uses [+find best prices]
A flat rack container is used to ship uniquely shaped or oversized goods that can’t fit inside a standard container. Read this…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
![Shipping container price Canada: Buy new and used units [Wholesale prices]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fshipping-container-price-canada-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Shipping container price Canada: Buy new and used units [Wholesale prices]
The shipping container price in Canada varies from 1,435 CAD to 6,460 CAD. Read on to know how much you should spend…
Abigail Munroe
![What is the Belt and Road Initiative? Latest developments [+ how to secure top deals]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fbelt-and-road-initiative-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
What is the Belt and Road Initiative? Latest developments [+ how to secure top deals]
China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) introduced back in 2013 is responsible for a new era of transit routes, trade, and growth…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
![One-trip shipping containers for sale: Get 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC containers at best prices [‘24]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fone-trip-shipping-containers-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
One-trip shipping containers for sale: Get 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC containers at best prices [‘24]
Investing in one-trip shipping containers is both smart and practical. In this blog, you’ll learn about the advantages of these new containers,…
Surupasree Sarmmah
![Container conditions: Why they matter [+Select the right one ‘25]](/_next/image?url=%2Fblog%2Fcontainer-conditions-featured.jpg&w=1920&q=75)
Container conditions: Why they matter [+Select the right one ‘25]
Understanding container conditions is crucial when choosing the correct containers for your needs, whether it be for shipping or storage. In this…
Shalkie Sunil Kumar
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