Project cargo planning
Oversize and heavy cargo requires verified dimensions, mass, centre of gravity and lifting points before equipment selection.
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Practical guides and analysis for planning freight and international trade.
Container tracking milestones
Container, bill of lading and booking numbers are different. Carrier events are not necessarily live GPS; check source and last update.
Read articleETA versus ETD
ETD and ETA are estimates for departure and arrival, not a guaranteed delivery promise. ATD/ATA represent actual milestones when confirmed.
Read articleDangerous goods documents
Batteries, chemicals and aerosols may be regulated. Verify UN number, proper shipping name, hazard class and packing group where applicable.
Read articleImport cost checklist
Budget beyond purchase price: carriage, insurance, handling, permits, customs, storage and inland delivery. Avoid counting charges already included in another scope twice.
Read articleWhat are Incoterms? Choosing a delivery rule
A practical introduction to allocating delivery tasks, costs and transport risk.
Read articleHow are customs charges assessed?
Why classification, value and current national rules matter when estimating customs charges.
Read articleWhat is a delivery order?
Understand the difference between a carrier’s delivery authorisation and customs release.
Read articleBill of lading: checks before approval
Practical checks to reduce transport-document corrections and delivery delays.
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