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- FOB vs FAS: Key Differences in Shipping Terms Every Trader Must KnowFOB (Free On Board) and FAS (Free Alongside Ship) are critical Incoterms? for sea freight. This guide compares their risk splits, cost responsibilities, and common pitfalls—with clear examplesBlog April 30, 2025
- How International Ocean Shipping Works: A Step-by-Step Guide with Cost BreakdownsThe 7-Step Ocean Freight Journey: Who Pays What?1. Export Haulage (First Mile)What happens: Goods move from shipper’s location to freight forwarder’s consolidation warehouseTransport modes: Truck (most common), rail, or multimodalWho pays?Shipper (if pre-agreed) → Usually hires local truckerConsigneMarketing Info update April 29, 2025
- Major Explosion Rocks Iran's Top Commercial Port – Key Shipping Hub ParalyzedA catastrophic explosion at Iran's Shahid Rajaee Port (handling 55% of non-oil trade) has killed 14, injured 750+, and triggered emergency shutdowns. Critical updates on chemical risks, China casualties, and global supply chain impacts.Logistics News April 28, 2025
- What is FAK in Shipping? A Complete Guide to Freight All KindsFAK (Freight All Kinds) is a unified pricing model in international logistics that simplifies costs by charging one rate for mixed cargo. This guide explains its benefits for LCL, e-commerce, and cost control.Marketing Info update April 27, 2025
- How CMA CGM's Upgraded Asia-Latin America Routes Reshape Regional TradeCMA CGM enhances Asia-Mexico-South America West Coast services with new Chile direct calls, optimized rotations, and 3 dedicated MAYA feeder loops, cutting transit times for perishables and boosting connectivity to 12+ key ports.Marketing Info update April 24, 2025
- A New Face Among the World’s Top Ten Container PortsThe global ranking of the top ten container ports has welcomed a new contender. In 2024, Port Klang achieved a record-breaking throughput of 14.64 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units), marking a 4.1% year-on-year increase. This milestone positions the Malaysian port to potentially enter the gLogistics News February 20, 2025
- Vietnam to Europe & USA Sea Freight Services | DDP Door-to-Door Solutions by 51吃瓜网 Supply Chain51吃瓜网 Supply Chain specializes in Vietnam to Europe/USA sea freight with DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) door-to-door service, covering routes from Haiphong & Ho Chi Minh to major ports (e.g., Los Angeles, New York, Rotterdam). We offer FCL/LCL options for furniture, electronics, e-commerce goods, and manage end-to-end logistics: ? DDP Service - No customs hassles ? Weekly Sailings - Reliable schedules ? Industry-Tailored Solutions - Optimized for furniture, e-commerce, etc.Blog March 27, 2025
- How US Tariffs Could Bankrupt Millions of Small Businesses, Warns Flexport CEOFlexport CEO Ryan Petersen warns that aggressive US tariffs on Chinese imports may force "millions" of American SMBs into bankruptcy by 2025, citing a 35-50% drop in China-origin shipping orders. The policy risks triggering a $1 trillion economic shock and Chinese vertical integration of failed brands.Marketing Info update April 22, 2025
- Why Major Shipping Lines Are Imposing $2,000 Peak Surcharges in May 2025Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, and CMA CGM announced new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) of up to $2,000 per container on key routes from Asia to North/Latin America, citing tariff-driven market volatility. SCFI data shows US trade lane rates dropping 4.8% as shippers halt bookings.Marketing Info update April 21, 2025
- How the US Plans to Counter China’s Shipping Dominance with New FeesThe US will impose fees of up to $50/net ton on China-built/owned vessels calling at American ports, following a Section 301 investigation. Revenue will fund the revival of the US shipbuilding industry, with LNG carrier restrictions phased in by 2028.Marketing Info update April 18, 2025