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Freight Forwarding, Shipping & Logistics

Welcome to the TFG freight forwarding, shipping and logistics hub. Moving goods and services from A to B has become complex, as supply chains have grown longer and fragmented. Whether you’re transporting goods, or learning about supply chains, warehousing, transportation and packaging, we’ve got you covered.

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Shipping Rules Guide

A basic 16 page shipping rules guide, including the latest updates to the Incoterms® 2020 Rules, to be used in conjunction with The International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) new book, INCOTERMS® 2020.

This short page guide provides an article by article commentary on the Incoterms® 2020 Rules.

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Freight Forwarding Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a freight forwarder if I know very little about logistics?

When people are not comfortable about shipping logistics, it is sometimes easier to use a freight forwarder. Their services vary and they can assist in improving efficiency both in relation to cost and time, as they are able to consolidate smaller shipments. They can also assist in your navigation around the rules when considering a voyage that you are not familiar with.

How do I choose a freight forwarder?

It might be important to ask the following questions in this scenario:

Are they a member of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) and so covered by freight liability insurance?
Have they worked with clients similar to you and do they have experience with similar products?
Do they work in the same countries you are shipping in?
Are their expertise restricted to a number of countries?
Can they handle multiple transport methods?

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Contents

1 | Introduction to Freight Forwarding
2 | Introduction to Ocean Freight
3 | Container Shipping
4 |  Bills of Lading
5 | Certificates of Origin
6 | IGST, SGST, CGST
7 | HS Codes
8 | Marine Insurance
9 | Demurrage
10 | DSV Tracking

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Latest News

26May

Electronic bills of lading: Are we there yet?

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To successfully digitalise Bills of Lading, the three necessary foundations are law, standards and technology. Without their proper application, any… Read More →

24May

HSBC launches B2B point-of-sale financing solution

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Today, HSBC unveiled a pioneering banking solution in Hong Kong, introducing point-of-sale financing for business-to-business (B2B) transactions. This offering will… Read More →

23May

Addressing the container deposit problem to promote intra-African trade

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In international trade, shipping containers are vital for transporting goods safely and securely. To use them, however, many shipping lines require… Read More →

31Mar

ICC DSI: 7 key trade documents for digitalisation

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The 52-page ICC DSI report identifies and defines the key data elements held within each of the seven identified key… Read More →

16Mar

Why brands must first address their last-mile challenge to achieve a sustainable future

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Having a sustainable approach to supply chain and logistics is proven to have numerous long-term benefits for businesses. Relying on… Read More →

07Mar

DCSA member carriers’ commitment to eBLs will advance trade digitalisation

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Nine ocean carriers recently committed to 100% adoption of an electronic bill of lading (eBL) by 2030, with a waypoint… Read More →

01Mar

HSBC sees APAC corporates shifting to local supply chains

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Over the next 12-24 months corporates in Asia Pacific are looking to move more of their supply chains closer to… Read More →

22Feb

EBRD and MIGA partner to cover trade finance risk in Ukraine and other EBRD countries

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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) have signed a landmark first… Read More →

15Feb

Saving $6.5 billion through eBills of Lading – DCSA commits to standardisation by 2030

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Today the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) announced a commitment for its members to transition from paper bills of lading… Read More →

08Feb

Shipping lines look to realign supply chain strategy

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Increasing volatility in global supply chains means shipping lines must undergo a radical restructuring to survive, according to A.P. Moller-Maersk… Read More →

Incoterms® Index

Ex Works (EXW)
Free Carrier (FCA)
Carriage Paid To (CPT)
Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP)
Delivered at Place (DAP)
Delivered At Place Unloaded (DPU)
Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)
Free Alongside Ship (FAS)
Free on Board (FOB)
Cost and Freight (CFR)
Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF)

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