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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.

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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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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 →

08Nov

14 key trade documents and data elements for cross-border trade: Inside the ICC’s KTDDE report

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Today, the ICC DSI released their 2023 Key Trade Documents and Data Elements (KTDDE) report. The report outlines 14 key… Read More →

16Aug

Part 1: Container Deposits – Unloading the hidden challenges of the shipping industry

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Shipping containers are vital for shipping lines, which are availed to shippers (importers, exporters, customs agents, and freight forwarders) for… Read More →

04Aug

Maersk warns of steep container demand drop amid global slowdown

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A.P. Moller-Maersk, a shipping conglomerate, issued a warning on Friday that the worldwide demand for ocean freight containers might see… Read More →

27Jul

UK government introduces new shipbuilding lending scheme

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A new government initiative, the Shipbuilding Credit Guarantee Scheme (SCGS) is aimed at providing financial assistance to ship buyers, enabling… Read More →

20Jul

Breaking: King signs off the Electronic Trade Documents Bill

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The Electronic Trade Documents Bill has today received Royal Assent, and is officially an act of law (the Electronic Trade… Read More →

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