Maersk Adjusts Asia Import Surcharge for Thai Ports

Maersk Adjusts Asia Import Surcharge for Thai Ports

Maersk announced an adjustment to the Equipment Positioning Origin Import (POI) surcharge for intra-Asia imports to Sahathai and TCT terminals, effective May 14, 2021. This surcharge applies to containers exceeding road transport weight limits and opting for barge transportation. Maersk advises customers to accurately calculate cargo weight, plan transportation strategies effectively, and communicate in advance to optimize transportation costs. This adjustment aims to manage equipment repositioning costs associated with heavier cargo requiring barge services within the region.

09/28/2025 Logistics
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Rising Drayage Costs Understanding Chassis and Overweight Fees

Rising Drayage Costs Understanding Chassis and Overweight Fees

This article delves into chassis fees and overweight fees in ground transportation, detailing their calculation methods, triggering conditions, and avoidance strategies. Understanding these cost components enables shippers to effectively control logistics expenses and improve transportation efficiency. Platforms like Flexport offer transparent fee services, empowering shippers to make more informed decisions. By optimizing loading and route planning, shippers can minimize the risk of incurring these charges and reduce overall transportation costs, leading to better supply chain management.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Alaska Airlines Enhances Cargo Tracking with Realtime Updates

Alaska Airlines Enhances Cargo Tracking with Realtime Updates

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Alaska Airlines cargo tracking, covering key aspects such as the tracking portal, waybill number format analysis, real-time status explanations, anomaly handling methods, transportation time analysis, and special cargo transportation considerations. Through this guide, users can gain a complete understanding of Alaska Airlines' cargo services, master cargo tracking techniques, estimate transportation times, and effectively respond to potential anomalies. This enables end-to-end controlled management of air cargo shipments.

01/07/2026 Airlines
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Union Pacific Norfolk Southern Merger Cleared Reshaping Freight Sector

Union Pacific Norfolk Southern Merger Cleared Reshaping Freight Sector

The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern has been approved by shareholders, aiming to create a transcontinental rail network across the United States, enhancing transportation efficiency and competitiveness. However, the merger faces concerns regarding potential price increases, service quality degradation, and weakened competition. It still requires rigorous approval from the U.S. Surface Transportation Board. This move could reshape the U.S. rail freight landscape and have a profound impact on the economy and transportation industry.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Launches New Route Direct Flight From Hongqiao to Hong Kong Enhances Traveler Choices and Convenience

Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Launches New Route Direct Flight From Hongqiao to Hong Kong Enhances Traveler Choices and Convenience

On the 15th, Dragonair launched a new route from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Hong Kong, with one daily flight using Airbus A330 aircraft. This move will further increase flight options between the two locations and enhance the convenience of travel for passengers. As a comprehensive transportation hub, Hongqiao Airport offers an improved travel experience, promoting economic and cultural exchanges between Shanghai and Hong Kong. The opening of this new route is significant for Dragonair's development in the mainland.

11/15/2023 Airlines
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Compliance Guide for Safe Handling of Dangerous Goods

Compliance Guide for Safe Handling of Dangerous Goods

Provides downloadable examples of dangerous goods handling waybills for regulated warehouses, aiming to help businesses standardize dangerous goods handling procedures, reduce safety risks, and improve transportation efficiency. We also offer professional dangerous goods handling services, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient transportation throughout the entire process.

08/21/2025 Document Interpretation
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Cambodias Oddor Meanchey Airport Closure Disrupts Regional Flights

Cambodias Oddor Meanchey Airport Closure Disrupts Regional Flights

The closure of Cambodia's Pochentong Airport (OMY) will have a profound impact on local transportation and communities. The lack of flights and meteorological services has made airport operations challenging. Furthermore, future regional development remains to be explored, highlighting the need for alternative transportation solutions.

09/15/2025 Airport Codes
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