*This blog post was initially created on 18 February 2022 by Fotini Tseroni and has now been edited and updated. Understanding not only where the ships currently are, but also where they have been and will be, translates into more visibility and transparency on what’s happening at sea and enables[…]
When you’re a shipper or part of the ever-evolving supply chain industry, understanding transit time is key to the smooth and efficient movement of goods. Whether you are shipping from China to Canada or trying to optimise delivery times for your e-commerce business, knowing how long it takes for your[…]
What is a shipping carrier? A shipping carrier is a company that specialises in transporting goods from one place to another. They play a crucial role in the supply chain, ensuring that products reach their destination safely and on time. Shipping carriers can transport goods by various modes of transportation,[…]
Welcome to the Marine Gallery of August 2023, a monthly segment on our blog featuring the five best pictures of every month, selected by members of the MarineTraffic Photo Moderators. These could include images of vessels, ports, or lighthouses from around the world. We encourage everyone to submit photos by[…]
Unpredictability seems to be the theme of our modern world, especially when it comes to global supply chains. From a pandemic that has thrown industries around the world into turmoil, to labour shortages and trade policy changes, shipping container delays have become an all too common headache for businesses. In[…]
Chartering a ship: who are the main players? Chartering, in the shipping industry, is when a ship owner leases the use of his ship to a charterer. Several key players are involved in this process. Shipowners A shipowner is a person or company that owns a commercial vessel (carrying cargo[…]