The Freight Forward
Practical thinking for the people who move the world's cargo.
One wrong character in the consignee name. One field that doesn't match the Letter of Credit. The bank sends it back. The clock starts. Here is exactly what causes discrepancies and how to eliminate them.
Demurrage is one of the most argued-about costs in freight. Carriers blame shippers. Shippers blame forwarders. Meanwhile the clock runs. Here is the honest breakdown of responsibility and what you can do about it.
Most people default to a Bill of Lading because that's what they've always done. But for a large number of shipments, a Sea Waybill is faster, cheaper, and less risky. Here's how to know which one fits your situation.
MLETR is a law you've probably heard mentioned in the context of digital documents. Here's what it actually says, which countries have adopted it, and why it matters if you're thinking about switching from traditional Bills of Lading.
