When your imported goods arrive at the port, you’re immediately on the clock. You face steep demurrage fees, often $75–$300 per day, if you can’t clear them quickly. Paying duties upfront can also tie up 5–30% of your capital in inventory that hasn’t...
For any business importing goods into the U.S. by sea, a late Importer Security Filing (ISF) is a quick way to lose $5,000. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces a strict “24-Hour Rule” that requires all cargo data to be submitted *before* your goods are...
Choosing the right truck for your stable delivery involves a key trade-off: the full weather protection of an enclosed dry van versus the unloading flexibility of an open flatbed. One keeps your materials perfectly dry, but the other lets you unload with a forklift...
Shipping glass products often feels like a gamble, where a single mishandling can lead to costly breakage and project delays. But not all glass is equally fragile. Tempered glass, for example, is engineered to be four to five times stronger than standard annealed...
Ordering horse stalls from one supplier is straightforward, but adding fencing or flooring from another factory complicates the shipping process. You can end up managing multiple less-than-container loads (LCL), each with its own costs, paperwork, and timeline. This...
A port strike or typhoon shuts down your key shipping lane. Your cargo is stuck, project deadlines are at risk, and your contractors are asking who will pay for the idle time. Relying on a “force majeure” clause is not straightforward. Your...
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