In the last decade, China has become one of Europe’s main trading partners, both in terms of exports as well as imports. With China being the EU’s main import partners as of 2023, it is no surprise that Italy also maintains close ties with China. China’s competitive prices and wide selection of products make it …
The United States is Australia’s largest trade partner, and the number of imports has increased by 91% since 2005. If you’re interested in shipping from the US to Australia, you should familiarize yourself with the routes and transit times. How to ship from the US to Australia? Two options are available: shipping by sea and …
Maritime accidents are unforeseen. If such an accident occurs, shipowners may declare a general average. Many beginner traders are unfamiliar with this term and the consequences. In this article, we present the most important information about the general average and some solutions that can help minimize the losses if it happens to your containers. General …
In recent years, the popularity of South Korean products in the United States has grown substantially. If you are interested in shipping from South Korea to the US, you will find all the needed information below. How to ship from South Korea to the US? There are two ways of transporting goods from Korea to …
In the last decade, trade between China and the Netherlands has grown substantially. The Netherlands is one of the most important transport hubs in Europe, largely thanks to the Port of Rotterdam, and is sometimes even referred to as the “gateway to Europe.” Besides sea and air freight, rail freight is also an option, making …
Both the US and Japan are highly successful economies and powerhouses of international trade. Despite past conflicts, the two countries are now trade partners, Japan taking the number four spot among US leading importers. Japan mainly imports computers, medical equipment, and pharmaceuticals from the US. In this article, you will find the basics of shipping …
Means of transport commonly used to deliver Chinese goods have gained a strong competitor. Truck service from China has become an alternative to air, sea, and rail freight, although until recently, it was only an addition. It’s already possible to organize this type of transit of imported products. Can truck service from China replace the …
Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia, second after China on the entire continent. Thanks to the country’s efforts, advantageous location with a long coastline and proximity to China, as well as a large workforce, Vietnam has managed to become one of the best places for business and trade. Read about the methods …
When using maritime transport, many importers encountered the problem of deliveries’ delays. In case of such a problem, specific web portals are allow us to check the location of the ship transporting our cargo. With their help we can find out where the selected vessel got stuck on its route and how long its delay …
When transporting cargo by sea, it is essential to pick the right type and size of a container. It is important to do so, so the cargo will not be damaged during shipping. It is also easier to load and unload the cargo. What kinds of containers and sizes are there? Cargo containers types and …