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Freight Forwarding, Shipping & Logistics [UPDATED 2024]

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.

Featured Insights

RELEASED | Final KTDDE report: ICC DSI’s 18 month journey to harmonise trade documents RELEASED | Final KTDDE report: ICC DSI’s 18 month journey to harmonise trade documents – The ICC DSI has released their final KTDDE report, finishing their harmonisation of 36 key trade documents.
sustainability New sustainability approaches in shipping: Strategies for decarbonising the industry – The maritime industry, often seen as a major contributor to pollution, is under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices.
What is Just-in-Time delivery The evolution and impact of JIT What is Just-in-Time delivery? The evolution and impact of JIT – Discover how Just-in-Time Delivery can benefit your business & suppliers. Get insights into its core mechanics & implementation strategies.

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RELEASED | Final KTDDE report: ICC DSI’s 18 month journey to harmonise trade documents RELEASED | Final KTDDE report: ICC DSI’s 18 month journey to harmonise trade documents
sustainability New sustainability approaches in shipping: Strategies for decarbonising the industry
PIL becomes member of DCSA, furthering shipping digitalisation  PIL becomes member of DCSA, furthering shipping digitalisation 
WTO’s “Global Trade Outlook and Statistics” report indicates positive movement amid challenges WTO’s “Global Trade Outlook and Statistics” report indicates positive movement amid challenges
Enigio’s traceoriginal eBL approved by IG P&I Enigio’s trace:original eBL approved by IG P&I
What is Just-in-Time delivery The evolution and impact of JIT What is Just-in-Time delivery? The evolution and impact of JIT
Choosing the right Incoterm: Ex Works (EXW) vs. FCA Choosing the right Incoterm: Ex Works (EXW) vs. FCA
panama canal Not just the Red Sea: Panama Canal crossings down 36%
Shipping firms pause Red Sea routes after vessel attacks Shipping firms pause Red Sea routes after vessel attacks

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Latest Incoterms insights

customs compliance and cross-border trade A 2024 guide to customs compliance and cross-border trade
Choosing the right Incoterm: Ex Works (EXW) vs. FCA Choosing the right Incoterm: Ex Works (EXW) vs. FCA
global trade 2022 – A Year in Review with Trade Finance Global
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PODCAST Incoterms customs, case studies, and industry challenges PODCAST | Incoterms: customs, case studies, and industry challenges
Citi announces collaboration with Traydstream to streamline document services ​​Mercuria goes digital with CargoDocs electronic Bills of Lading (eBLs)​​

Videos – Freight Forwarding, Shipping & Logistics

Addressing the container deposit problem to promote intra-African trade Addressing the container deposit problem to promote intra-African trade
supply chain management We still need humans! Veridapt and DrumRisk on bridging the physical and financial commodity supply chains using technology
shipping industry VIDEO: How can we reform the shipping industry to attract young professionals?

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.

Incoterms 2020 Rules

Freight Forwarding, Logistics and Shipping Podcasts






Taxes and Codes

1 | IGST, SGT and CGST >

2 | HSN Codes>

3 | HS Codes >

4 | GST >

5 | Telex Releases >

6 | IGM and Bill of Entry >

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

Freight Forwarding Hub

1 | Introduction to Freight Forwarding
2 | Air Freight
3 | Bill of Lading (BL)
4 | Container Shipping
5 | Demurrage
6 | Import General Manifest (IGM) and a Bill of Entry
7 | Full Container Loads vs Less than Container Loads
8 | Inbound Logistics
9 | Container Freight Stations
10 | Container Yards (CY)
11 | Ocean Freight
12 | Reefer Containers
13 | Telex Releases
14 | IGST, SGST and CGST
15 | Marine Insurance
16 | DSV Tracking
17 | Port and Starboard
18 | Air Cargo Manifest
19 | Shipping Management Software

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Latest News

24Apr

RELEASED | Final KTDDE report: ICC DSI’s 18 month journey to harmonise trade documents

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The ICC DSI has released their final KTDDE report, finishing their harmonisation of 36 key trade documents…. Read More →

22Apr

New sustainability approaches in shipping: Strategies for decarbonising the industry

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The maritime industry, often seen as a major contributor to pollution, is under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices…. Read More →

18Apr

PIL becomes member of DCSA, furthering shipping digitalisation 

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Pacific International Lines (PIL) has become a member of the non-profit organisation, Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), to promote standardisation… Read More →

11Apr

WTO’s “Global Trade Outlook and Statistics” report indicates positive movement amid challenges

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Discover the latest insights on global trade, including the positive outlook for real incomes and the recovery of tradable goods… Read More →

09Apr

Enigio’s trace:original eBL approved by IG P&I

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Enigio has announced that the International Group of P&I Clubs (IG P&I) has approved trace:original, facilitating the issuance of eBLs…. Read More →

08Feb

What is Just-in-Time delivery? The evolution and impact of JIT

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Discover how Just-in-Time Delivery can benefit your business & suppliers. Get insights into its core mechanics & implementation strategies…. Read More →

24Jan

Choosing the right Incoterm: Ex Works (EXW) vs. FCA

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Get your import & export processes right by understanding the key elements of Incoterms, Ex Works (EXW), common mistakes &… Read More →

19Jan

Not just the Red Sea: Panama Canal crossings down 36%

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A prolonged drought beginning last year has led to a 36% reduction in ship crossings at the Panama Canal, a… Read More →

18Dec

Shipping firms pause Red Sea routes after vessel attacks

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Maersk announced a temporary halt on Friday to all container shipments through the Red Sea. This decision was soon followed… Read More →

16Nov

Marsh McLennan launches $50m facility for Ukrainian grain

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In collaboration with the Ukrainian government, Ukreximbank, Ukrgasbank, and DZ Bank, Marsh McLennan has announced Unity, a new insurance facility… Read More →

Incoterms Index

1 | Introduction to Incoterms
2 | Ex Works (EXW)
3 | Free Carrier (FCA)
4 | Carriage Paid To (CPT)
5 | Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP)
6 | Delivered at Place (DAP)
7 | Delivered At Place Unloaded (DPU)
8 | Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)
9 | Free Alongside Ship (FAS)
10 | Free on Board (FOB)
11 | Cost and Freight (CFR)
12 | Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF)

About the Author

Trade Finance Global (TFG) assists companies with raising debt finance. While we can access many traditional forms of finance, we specialise in alternative finance and complex funding solutions related to international trade. We help companies to raise finance in ways that is sometimes out of reach for mainstream lenders.

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