Archive for 'Freight Forwarders' Category
How do I label my export shipment?
28 August 2006Correct labeling on export shipments will ensure proper handling, conceal the identity of the contents, help receivers identify shipments and meet shipping regulations. Do not advertise what is in your package as it will promote theft.
Your buyer should specify what export marks are required for easy identification, listed below are the markings needed, however, your [...]
Export Packing Requirements
24 August 2006Types of packages include cartons or fiberboard boxes, plastic containers, drums and tubing or styrofoam. If packaging in wood, please read the post on ISPM 15 requirements.
When packaging a product for export you need to keep in mind the four major factors: breakage, weight, mositure and pilferage. Also, how a product is packaged depends upon [...]
Riber Appointed CEO of Panalpina
22 August 2006Monika Ribar has been appointed the new CEO for Panalpina, succeeding Bruno Sidler. Ribar has been with the Swiss-based logistics provider group for 15 years, including five years on the executive board. Her previous duties included serving as chief financial officer.
What is a freight forwarder?
30 June 2006Do you need a freight forwarder to handle your exports?
A freight forwarder is an independent business that handles export shipments for compensation. At the request of the shipper, the forwarder makes the actual arrangements and provides the necessary services for expediting the shipment to its overseas destination.
Your freight forwarder performs many functions which can including [...]
Kuehne + Nagle growing again
3 January 2006Many of you are familiar with Kuehne + Nagle, they are a top notch freight forwarder who just got bigger.
Two weeks after the European Commission’s approval of the takeover, Kuehne + Nagel has completed the acquisition of ACR Logistics. With over 40,000 employees in more than 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group claims it [...]
