FreightHubHigher Volumes Anticipated for Peak Season but will Rates Follow Along?2016 was a year many ocean carriers would rather just forget — historic low rates, a number of acquisitions along with a bankruptcy and…Aug 3, 2017Aug 3, 2017
FreightHubAlibaba’s and Amazon’s Cross-Border Platforms Have Gone a Long Way for SMEsCross-border e-commerce is growing fast, outpacing domestic growth with a compound annual growth rate of 17% between 2017 and 2022. The…Jul 25, 2017Jul 25, 2017
FreightHubPros and Cons of Original Bill of Lading and Telex ReleaseAn original Bill of Lading is a paper bill of lading issued to a customer whereas a Telex Release is an electronic release issued in return…Jul 12, 2017Jul 12, 2017
FreightHubHow to manage and make sure you keep your best carrier(s) in 2017Even if a shipper works with a freight forwarder, the fact is that shipping lines are an essential cog in the wheel of ocean…Jul 5, 2017Jul 5, 2017
FreightHubHow Do You Know Freight Forwarding Is More Than Rate Shopping And Space Booking in 2017?A freight forwarder’s job entails more than just shopping for cheap rates and space. A forwarder faces many challenges as part of providing…Jun 27, 2017Jun 27, 2017
FreightHubAutonomous Ships: The World of Tomorrow is Coming Sooner Than You ThinkSelf-driving tractor trailers might be making some headlines, but they aren’t the only autonomous vehicle making waves. When it comes to…Jun 22, 2017Jun 22, 2017
FreightHubWhat Is The FMC And Its Role in Shipping?Shipping conferences were very much a part of the ocean shipping landscape since the first conference, the Calcutta Steam Traffic…Jun 14, 2017Jun 14, 2017
FreightHubCargo losses exceeded $2.4 billion each year from 2007 to 2014Container accumulations are leading to more industry claimsJun 8, 2017Jun 8, 2017
FreightHubWhy Do Carriers Believe a Cancelation Fee Will Stick This Time?CMA-CGM introduces a cancellation fee. Will other carriers follow?Jun 5, 2017Jun 5, 2017
FreightHubThe Sustainable Ocean Freight Market Comes with a High Price TagOcean freight shipping makes up 2.4% of global CO2 emissionsMay 17, 2017May 17, 2017