There’s no surprise that the chemical industry is a complex one and requires high operational productivity. Now, with an unstable market, pressuring customer demands, digitalization, and industry consolidation, some chemical companies are crippled under the pressure.

Even in well-prepared industrial branches of the global economy, there is a tight interdependence on external factors. The mining supply chain relies on many fluctuating factors, that are (or at least turned out to be in recent times) vulnerable to unpredictable economic conditions.

There were many new transportation updates in the shipping industry last month. Check out some of the top stories and transportation updates in August 2020!

Often, people have a preconceived notion that freight brokerage companies are over-priced scams when, in reality, they are often useful partners. Besides, the benefits of freight brokers are numerous.

You might think that attending conferences can be expensive, or as an employee, you might think you don’t have much to do at the event. However, a supply chain conference can be incredibly rewarding, if you choose the right events to attend.

What is LCL shipping? LCL shipping is sea freight shipping that requires only partial use of shipping containers. This means your shipment will be located in the container with several other shipments, and the cost of transportation will be split between the shippers.

A strategy is a crucial part of any business, and it is even more important when thinking about a complex system like a supply chain. The term ‘strategy’ is often confused with what it’s not, or is considered to be a vaguely-meaning fancy word. However, businesses with a well-thought-out, long-term strategy reach and exceed their goals and are better at surviving turbulent times, compared to short-sighted management techniques.

There were many new transportation updates in the shipping industry last month. Check out some of the top stories and transportation updates in July 2020!

For some shippers, time-critical transportation is a necessity. Time-sensitive or expedited freight shipments are mostly goods with a short shelf life, like produce and perishables or prescription drugs. Sometimes, urgent shipments like equipment or details can also require time-sensitive transportation. To get the best experience while using time-sensitive freight shipments, consider looking at a few tips.

When it comes to shipping hazardous materials, safety is key. Hazardous freight is sensitive to external influences and can be very dangerous, so preparing and shipping hazardous materials requires thorough planning, careful approach, and responsible execution. It is your responsibility as a shipper to properly pack and classify the goods.

Securing the lowest freight rate and finding the right price match for your freight has always been a challenge. In today’s uncertain market, it is even more difficult to find capacity and freight shipping rates. Despite some companies feeling pressure to offer lower freight rates, the market remains uncertain, and rates may jump higher than before the pandemic.

There were many new transportation updates in the shipping industry last month. Check out some of the top stories and transportation updates in June 2020!

The recent months were extremely transforming for many industries. For some, the effects were damaging. But some industries have flourished during the pandemic, like the e-commerce industry. Many small businesses that were inclined to locally selling their goods, or were focused on a physical store, experienced tough times. However, ones with wider customer coverage and a strong online presence seemed to grow their online sales even more.

There are two options for the meaning of FOB: free on board and freight on board. Free on board is the preferred phrase for freight shippers. Learn more here!