The IATA's "Value of Air Transport" report provides an in-depth analysis of how air transport drives economic growth, exploring its impacts on GDP and employment, as well as its role in enhancing supply chain efficiency. The report also serves as a reference for policymakers, highlighting the significance of the aviation industry in international trade and cultural exchange.
Freight carriers play an essential role in goods transportation, categorized into Vessel Operating Common Carriers (VOCC) and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC). Understanding the differences and advantages of both types helps businesses optimize logistics management, reduce costs, and improve delivery efficiency.
Maersk's API and EDI solutions facilitate digital transformation in the supply chain through data integration, optimized business processes, and end-to-end visibility. The solution covers cold chain logistics, ensuring the safe transportation of temperature-controlled goods. Furthermore, the developer platform empowers businesses to build outstanding products and enhance their market competitiveness. By leveraging these tools, companies can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and gain a competitive edge in the evolving landscape of global trade, ultimately leading to a more resilient and responsive supply chain.
This article provides a detailed guide on how to track inland transportation details on the Maersk platform. It covers steps such as logging into your account, locating your cargo, and viewing container information and transport instructions. Furthermore, it clarifies which parties involved in export and import shipments can access these transport details. The aim is to help users easily understand and manage their cargo information within the Maersk system.
COSCO Shipping launched the "Wuhan-Xiamen-Europe" rail-sea intermodal train service, providing a more convenient and efficient European trade channel for enterprises in central China. This route, through port-shipping coordination, significantly shortens transportation time and reduces logistics costs, boosting economic development in Wuhan and surrounding areas. It also enhances COSCO Shipping's influence in the middle and upper reaches of the Yangtze River.
In container transportation, the safe loading of cargo is essential for smooth operations. This report summarizes four key requirements: 1) proper weight distribution of cargo; 2) necessary padding to protect fragile items; 3) secure fixation of cargo; 4) appropriate mixed loading to avoid contamination and accidents. Adhering to these principles will effectively reduce damage rates and ensure transportation safety.
This paper provides an in-depth analysis of the multiple values of air transport for the Norwegian economy, society, and culture. The aviation industry directly and indirectly contributes 4.6% to Norway's GDP and supports 160,000 jobs. Air transport facilitates education, cultural exchange, trade, and investment, and provides a vital lifeline to remote areas. Norway should continue to optimize its aviation policies to promote the sustainable development of the aviation industry.
Road transportation of dangerous goods requires operators to meet the basic conditions of general freight transport, as well as specific requirements. These include compliance with safety regulations for vehicles and equipment, legal permits for parking lots, trained personnel with necessary knowledge and relevant certifications, drivers with safe driving experience, and a professional management team with safety systems in place.
Since 2016, the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) has introduced the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) regulations, requiring shippers to provide VGM information before loading containers. This ensures the safety and compliance of container transportation. Neglecting this requirement may result in containers being unable to be loaded onto ships, impacting the transport of goods.
This article delves into the importance of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) in goods exports, explaining the differences between MSDS and air transport certification. It emphasizes the significance of adhering to MSDS content for ensuring transportation safety. Companies need to understand the contents and preparation requirements of MSDS to enhance product market compliance and boost customer trust.
