ISO certification is a hallmark of quality and reliability in the freight forwarding industry. It serves as a global standard that ensures companies adhere to international best practices, fostering trust and confidence among clients and partners. For independent freight forwarders, maintaining ISO certification is not just about upholding a credential—it’s about demonstrating a commitment to…
Whether you’re moving cargo by sea, air, or land freight, the choice of shipping container plays a crucial role in the transportation process. While selecting a container may initially seem straightforward, there are several considerations you need to take into account to ensure it meets your specific requirements. Shipping containers come in various sizes and…
The current contribution of the transportation and logistics sector to global net emissions stands at 24%, with a continual rise driven by increasing global commodity demand. Consequently, the freight forwarding companies are engaged in intense competition to embrace more sustainable practices, responding to the escalating need for environmentally friendly logistics solutions. These independent players are…
A Bill of Lading, commonly known as B/L, BoL, or Waybill, stands as the essential document that independent freight forwarders must adeptly manage when handling international cargo movements. Irrespective of the cargo’s nature or the chosen mode of transportation, the Bill of Lading remains an indispensable requirement. Essentially, it constitutes a legally binding document issued…
Customer service within the realm of the logistics sector is a frequently disregarded component of independent freight forwarders. However, in the present-day competitive environment, the significance of customer service in logistics should not be underestimated. It is a crucial factor that your customers and partners will consider when choosing a logistics partner. Have you ever…
Shipping dangerous goods requires careful planning and execution to ensure the safety of everyone involved in the transportation process. Dangerous goods can include explosives, flammable liquids, gases, toxic substances, and other hazardous materials that can pose a threat to human health and the environment. Independent freight forwarders who are into shipping dangerous goods should be…
The shipping containers which were invented back in 1956 stand as a remarkable innovation that has left an indelible mark on maritime history. Even though nearly 70 years have passed since the origin of shipping containers, the fundamental aspects of container operations have remained largely unchanged, including the manual and opaque procedures governing its operations….
Email marketing is a highly valuable online marketing tool that can help independent freight forwarders with limited resources to build their brand. A well-implemented email marketing campaign can help logistics companies build better relationships with their clients, promote their services, augment sales and increase brand awareness. Email marketing not only allows companies to reach a…
Lead generation and lead nurturing are very important strategies that can help small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies grow the scale of their operations. A lead can be defined as any person who shows interest in your service. However, generating leads for your freight forwarding company is not enough to gain you new clients. As…
As an independent freight forwarder, you are surely aware that international shipping of cargo entails a lot of preparation and paperwork. Â The growth of online shopping and the increasing demand for commodities have resulted in substantial growth of global shipping operations. There are several parties involved in international shipping starting from freight forwarders to shipping…