Recognize that additional costs in today’s market place may not be avoidable
Recognize that additional costs in today’s market place may not be avoidable, so incorporate an “allowance” for various surcharges when establishing your costing. AMPS penalties,
Report Lost and Damaged Cargo to your Forwarder, Carrier and Insurer as soon as possible
Any loss or damage to cargo should be reported immediately to the company or the company’s nearest settling agent. A cargo surveyor is usually appointed
By controlling your freight, you can choose the best routing and service level for your business
Time critical? If saving time saves you money, ensure your freight is moving on the fastest route available. Cost the issue? Deferred services offer good
Issue instructions in writing
Always put your requirements in writing to avoid misunderstandings. What is completely obvious to you may be seen much differently by another person. Don’t assume
Design your packaging to suit your chosen mode of transport
When selecting packaging for your product, always consider the intended mode of transport and design your packaging to fully optimize your load capacity. Can the
Understanding Incoterms 2010
Whether you are buying or selling, negotiating favourable commercial terms of sale is the most effective way to cut costs and optimize transit times. The
Act Quickly to resolve non-compliance issues and avoid increasing fines
Most monetary penalties issued by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) under the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) escalate with repetition. If a problem is not corrected,
Double check your insurance coverage
Don’t make the mistake of assuming your insurance coverage covers everything you ship. For example, if you insure books on a regular basis, but have
Cargo Liability versus Cargo Insurance
Don’t make the mistake of assuming that Cargo Liability and Cargo Insurance are the same thing. They are not. Cargo Liability is the maximum amount
What you need to know about transshipments
A “transshipment” occurs each time your freight is moved from one container to another, or from one vessel to another during the shipment’s journey. For
Show compliance with wood packaging regulations
Making your compliance with wood packaging regulations highly visible on all documentation reduces your chances of being inspected, especially now that enforcement is becoming increasingly
When airfreight is faster and cheaper
Ocean freight is not always the cheapest option, especially when smaller shipments attract minimum charges that add up quickly. The usual break-even point is 75
