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     10 Things to Consider When Engaging an International Shipping Company
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    By Universal Cargo
    In Air Freight, business tips, Freight Forwarder, freight forwarders, Global Business, international business, International Shipping, ocean freight, ocean shipping
    Posted March 21, 2023

    10 Things to Consider When Engaging an International Shipping Company

    This is a guest post from Anthony Mwangi. In this post, Anthony from Ameritrans shares 10 things to look for when engaging an international shipping company. 1. Delivery Speed The most crucial [...]

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     5 Simple Strategies That Protect Manufacturing Businesses From Fluctuating Freight Rates
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, Freight Forwarder, freight forwarders, freight rates, Global Business, international business, logistics
    Posted March 14, 2023

    5 Simple Strategies That Protect Manufacturing Businesses From Fluctuating Freight Rates

    This is a guest post by Geoff Whiting. Freight rates can fluctuate wildly, and those fluctuations can have a significant impact on your bottom line. For manufacturers, these are even more [...]

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     Exploring the Advantages and Disadvantages of Nearshoring
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    By Universal Cargo
    In international business, International Shipping
    Posted March 7, 2023

    Exploring the Advantages and Disadvantages of Nearshoring

    This is a guest post by Angela Murphy. Companies everywhere have been on the lookout for new ways to save expenses, boost productivity, and gain an edge in recent years. One method gaining [...]

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     8 Ways to Maximize ROI on Logistics Services Through Outsourcing
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, exports, Global Business, Imports, international business, International Shipping, logistics, shipping, shipping companies
    Posted February 14, 2023

    8 Ways to Maximize ROI on Logistics Services Through Outsourcing

    This is a guest post by Kayla Hyde. Logistics and supply chain management is becoming increasingly important in today's fast-paced business world. Outsourcing logistics services could help many [...]

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     Ocean Freight vs. Air Freight for Shipping Hazardous Materials
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    By Universal Cargo
    In air and ocean cargo shipping, air cargo shipped, Air Freight, hazardous materials, International Shipping, ocean freight, ocean freight rates, ocean shipping
    Posted January 24, 2023

    Ocean Freight vs. Air Freight for Shipping Hazardous Materials

    This is a guest post by David Burns. Shipping regular goods is stressful enough for any business that imports or export. However, if you find yourself in a position where you need to ship [...]

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     Choosing Between FOB, FCA, and EXW Incoterms When Importing Cargo
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    By Universal Cargo
    In EXW, FCA, FOB, import, importing, Imports, incoterms, ocean freight, ocean shipping
    Posted January 19, 2023

    Choosing Between FOB, FCA, and EXW Incoterms When Importing Cargo

    This is a guest post by Joe Webster. Most U.S. imports are transported via ocean freight or air freight. However, air freight primarily deals with shipments of perishable goods and other [...]

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     How Small Businesses Can Calculate and Reduce Shipping Costs
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business, business tips, shipping, shipping prices, shipping rates
    Posted January 10, 2023

    How Small Businesses Can Calculate and Reduce Shipping Costs

    This is a guest post by Robin Kix. [NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: This post isn't necessarily about international shipping as Universal Cargo's blog is normally focused, even though international [...]

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     The Importance of Logistics for Businesses
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    By Universal Cargo
    In logistics, logistics quote, shipping
    Posted January 3, 2023

    The Importance of Logistics for Businesses

    This is a guest post by Kenneth Seamus. A lot of people seem convinced that logistics are simply about moving goods from one place to another. That all they need in order to boast of having [...]

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     10 Steps to Prepare Your Business for International Shipping
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, Cargo Insurance, export, import, international business, International Shipping, shippers
    Posted December 20, 2022

    10 Steps to Prepare Your Business for International Shipping

    This is a guest post by Daniel Williams. International shipping can be complicated and time-consuming. Knowing what paperwork you need, understanding relevant regulations, and finding reliable [...]

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     6 Tips on Picking the Right Freight Rate for Your Business
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, export, exports, Freight Forwarder, freight forwarders, freight rates, import, importing, Imports, International Shipping
    Posted December 15, 2022

    6 Tips on Picking the Right Freight Rate for Your Business

    This is a guest post by James Harrow. On paper, choosing a freight carrier to cooperate with might seem almost simple. After all, so long as you prioritize something with lower rates, you can [...]

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     Key Opportunities and Risks in Expanding a Business Globally
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    By Universal Cargo
    In Air Freight, export, Global Business, international business, International Shipping, ocean freight, ocean shipping
    Posted December 8, 2022

    Key Opportunities and Risks in Expanding a Business Globally

    This is a guest post by Alanna Melton. Expanding globally is a dream that many entrepreneurs hope to see come true. Thankfully, technology and increased connectedness have made it easy to take [...]

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     Imports From Southeast Asia
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    By Universal Cargo
    In import, importer, importers, importing, Imports
    Posted December 7, 2022

    Imports From Southeast Asia

    Imports from Southeast Asia to the U.S. totaled over $231 billion in 2020 alone, and the value of imports from countries like Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam will grow. Common [...]

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     Exports to Europe From the United States
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    By Universal Cargo
    In air and ocean cargo shipping, air cargo, air cargo shipped, cargo ship, economy cargo, Universal Cargo Management
    Posted November 30, 2022

    Exports to Europe From the United States

    With a population of over 746 million, Europe has a significant need for products, from food to clothing and consumer goods. It’s no wonder, then, that they turn to the USA to supply some [...]

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     Tracking Cargo on the Move: How to Go About It?
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    By Universal Cargo
    In cargo, international business, International Shipping, Supply Chain
    Posted November 1, 2022

    Tracking Cargo on the Move: How to Go About It?

    This is a guest post by Patrick Chown. Logistics is simply about moving goods from one location to another in the right amount of time. However, it is one of the most complex and critical parts [...]

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     Essential Benefits of Outsourced Logistics
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business, business tips, Freight Forwarder, Global Business, international business, logistics, Supply Chain
    Posted October 20, 2022

    Essential Benefits of Outsourced Logistics

    This is a guest post by Mark Harper. Logistics has always been a fun and exciting field for us organization nerds. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of organizing a project from [...]

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     Benefits of LCL Shipping for Your Small Business
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    By Universal Cargo
    In International Shipping, ocean shipping, shipping, Supply Chain
    Posted October 6, 2022

    Benefits of LCL Shipping for Your Small Business

    This is a guest post by Tony Diaz. When businesses deal with shipping, they are often faced with various options. From multiple types of transport to different supply chains, shipping can be a [...]

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     How To Adjust Your Supply Chain With A Peak Logistics Strategy
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    By Universal Cargo
    In International Shipping, peak season, shipping, Supply Chain
    Posted September 29, 2022

    How To Adjust Your Supply Chain With A Peak Logistics Strategy

    This is a guest post by Jake Rheude. Peak season is here, and supply chain management processes for it are already in place. But as every logistics professional has learned, an entire chain can [...]

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     Post-COVID Outlook on Ocean Shipping
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    By Universal Cargo
    In cargo, economy, inflation, ocean freight, ocean shipping, shipping news, shipping rates
    Posted August 31, 2022

    Post-COVID Outlook on Ocean Shipping

    Now that most countries are easing COVID-19 restrictions, ocean shipping processes might improve. However, as of the first half of 2022, you also have to consider the impacts of the [...]

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     6 Ways to Make Your Supply Chain More Sustainable
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, Global Business, international business, International Shipping, logistics, shipping, Supply Chain, trucking
    Posted July 28, 2022

    6 Ways to Make Your Supply Chain More Sustainable

    This is a guest post by Adrian Jacobs. It is the dream of every business involved in logistics to have a robust and failure-proof supply chain. Unfortunately, this is simply impossible. What you [...]

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     5 Ways To Establish Effective Supply Chain Management and Reap Its Benefits
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    By Universal Cargo
    In business tips, Global Business, international business, logistics, Supply Chain
    Posted July 19, 2022

    5 Ways To Establish Effective Supply Chain Management and Reap Its Benefits

    This is a guest post by Bryan Christiansen. Consider you are an importer, sourcing pharmaceutical intermediary chemicals for a leading manufacturing company in the U.S. You are importing the [...]

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