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Who's Killing Our Customer?: How 3PL Providers Can Stay Ahead in a Consolidating Industry
The logistics industry is undergoing a period of significant consolidation, with shipping lines buying or consolidating with freight...

Fred Arungah
Feb 6, 20233 min read
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Maersk's New Executive Team to Focus on Cost Discipline, Service Quality, and Customer Centricity
Maersk has announced a management and organizational shake-up, adding 10 new business leaders to its executive team under new CEO Vincent...

Fred Arungah
Jan 12, 20232 min read
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Mastering the Language of International Shipping & Trade: Understanding Key Acronyms and Terminology
Logistics, like every other industry, has its own specific terminology and acronyms. If you are new or somewhat familiar with logistics,...

Fred Arungah
Jan 12, 20231 min read
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3PL vs. 4PL vs. 5PL: What's the Difference Between these Logistics Providers?
Unraveling the Different Roles in Supply Chain Logistics: 1PL, 2PL, 3PL, 4PL, and 5PL. Learn about the various players in logistics industry

Fred Arungah
Jan 6, 202310 min read
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A Guide to the Different Types of Cargo Ships and the Freight They Carry
Explore the World of Cargo Ships: A Guide to the Different Types and the Freight They Carry

Fred Arungah
Jan 5, 20236 min read
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The Role of Incoterms in Defining Responsibilities and Obligations in Trade Transactions
Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are a set of standardized trade terms that are used in international trade transactions to...

Fred Arungah
Jan 3, 20235 min read
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Supply Chain Management 101: A Glossary of Common Terms
Supply chain management is a vital part of today's business world, and understanding its terms and concepts is crucial to understanding...

Fred Arungah
Jan 3, 20235 min read
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Hanjin Shipping's Bankruptcy: The Rise and Fall of South Korea's Largest Shipping Line
Hanjin Shipping, once South Korea's largest and most successful container shipping line, filed for bankruptcy in 2016. At the time, the...

Fred Arungah
Jan 3, 20234 min read
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Consumers drive shift towards personalized and flexible delivery options in freight and logistics
The freight and logistics industry plays a critical role in the global economy as it enables the movement of goods and materials around...

Fred Arungah
Dec 31, 20224 min read
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"Freight Forwarding vs. Clearing and Forwarding: What's the Difference?"
Freight forwarding and clearing and forwarding are related but distinct services that are often provided by logistics companies. Freight...

Fred Arungah
Dec 30, 20224 min read
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What is Supply Chain Management? Understanding the Process of Coordinating the Movement of Goods
Supply chain management (SCM) is the process of planning, coordinating, and controlling the movement and storage of goods, services, and...

Fred Arungah
Dec 30, 20223 min read
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The First Container Freight Station: A Look Back at the Pioneering (CFS) in Newark, New Jersey
The first container freight station (CFS) in the world was established in 1966 in Newark, New Jersey, United States. CFS facilities are...

Fred Arungah
Dec 30, 20223 min read
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Tracing the Evolution of Mombasa: From Arab and Swahili Trading Hub to Tourist Destination
Mombasa is a city located on the coast of Kenya, in East Africa. It is the country's oldest and second-largest city, and it has a long...

Fred Arungah
Dec 29, 20223 min read
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Africa's business and trade sectors see significant growth despite challenges
Business and trade in Africa have a long and complex history, with various factors influencing the development and growth of trade and...

Fred Arungah
Dec 29, 20222 min read
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A Brief History of Freight Forwarding: From Ancient Rome to the Modern Era
The history of freight forwarding dates back to the early days of trade and commerce, when merchants and traders relied on intermediaries...

Fred Arungah
Dec 29, 20224 min read
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