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,[…]
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[…]
Efficient and agile supply chains help companies stay competitive and meet customer demands. This blog post explores how advanced analytics enhance supply chain visibility. This, in turn, leads to resilient supply chains with fewer disruptions, enabling better decision-making and stronger risk management. What is advanced analytics? Advanced analytics typically involves[…]
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[…]
Tired of your cargo sitting on the docks? You’re not the only one. One of the most disruptive things that can happen to maritime shipping is a blank sailing. This can be a major problem for companies that rely on maritime shipping to transport goods, as it causes delays and[…]