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Thanks to the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, the logistics industry is poised to surpass 13.7 billion euros by 2027. The utilization of up-and-coming innovations has been instrumental in keeping the logistics multinationals as well as the independent freight forwarders at the forefront of progress. Notably, blockchain technology has taken the supply chain sector by storm,…

Facebook Messenger marketing can be an influential component of the digital strategy of independent freight forwarders. By offering a direct channel to connect with customers, this tool enables forwarders to showcase their strong points and highlight the solutions they can provide to address the particular requirements of their customers. With over 1 billion monthly users,…

Consumers across the world have the option of stepping into a store to buy fresh meat or pick up a temperature-sensitive medicine from their pharmacist. The availability of fresh fruit, flowers, meat, medicines, etc is made possible by a set of complicated logistical operations that bring perishable items from faraway countries to the consumers.  Perishable…

Most independent freight forwarders who provide OOG cargo services are often required to move heavy equipment both domestically and internationally. However, moving machinery is a challenging activity that demands skill, knowledge, and manpower to prevent any damage to the expensive parts. Even with the use of new machine-moving equipment such as heavy-duty transporters and air…

The transportation and logistics industry contributes 24% of the net global emissions.  Moreover, this number keeps growing, because of the increasing demand for commodities around the world. All the big players in the logistics industry are competing to make their operations more sustainable since the demand for green logistics is growing by the day. Independent…

The process of packing the cargo is a vital stage of the supply chain process that is carried out by the freight forwarding companies or the fulfillment centers. Proper packing ensures that the cargo reaches its consignee in its intact condition and optimizing the packaging process has several benefits for the entire supply chain. In…

Independent freight forwarders are constantly seeking to find new avenues and implement new marketing plans to find new clients. Although many traditional business owners do not take the idea of social media marketing seriously, it has been proven that social media can be the most effective tool to drive brand awareness, promote services and find…

Relationship building is the cornerstone for the success of independent freight forwarders and this is exactly what an in-person freight forwarders conference can help you achieve. Networking is one of the key aspects that will help you explore new business avenues and build your brand. Most importantly, active networking will help you bring many new…

While shipping the cargo, independent freight forwarders like you need to make sure that the cargo travels safely to the next destination within the shortest period and at a cost-effective rate. Nevertheless, when it comes to choosing the right container carrier for safe and on-time transit of goods, shipping companies often find themselves in a…

Productive collaboration and relationship building are paramount to the success of an independent freight forwarder. Cementing your relationship with logistics partners is indispensable for gaining an international presence. As a member of the Cooperative Logistics Network, you stand the chance to get businesses from partners across 327 territories around the globe. However, keep in mind…