This article provides a detailed analysis of the various stages of international air cargo transportation, including consultation and quotation, space booking, cargo preparation, delivery, customs clearance, transportation, arrival notification, and pickup. It shares the key steps for efficient shipping.
This article explores the operational practices of full container shipping at Shanghai Port, including customs clearance procedures, electronic packing list information, and cargo consolidation arrangements. Customs clearance at Shanghai Port typically occurs after receiving the pre-assigned shipping list, with the electronic packing list facilitating the customs process once the loaded container arrives at the port.
This article analyzes the key differences between Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL) shipping. LCL shipping involves multiple customers' goods being packed in a shared container, enhancing transport efficiency and reducing costs. In contrast, FCL shipping entails renting an entire container, suitable for clients needing larger shipping capacities. There are also significant differences in the bill of lading and consignees between the two.
As of the end of November, Jiaxing Port's container throughput reached 1.089 million TEUs, marking a 4.1% increase. The launch of Dushan Wharf has transformed the container business model, resulting in a remarkable 76.8% growth in the Dushan Port area. New inland container shipping routes have opened to four locations, further promoting overall development. This series of achievements highlights Jiaxing Port's robust growth momentum and indicates broad future development prospects.
MOVA will showcase its comprehensive smart solutions at CES 2026, featuring the Rover Master, an underwater biomimetic robotic arm pool cleaner; the NAVAX AWD series, an all-terrain off-road lawnmower; and the Pilot 70, a flying module for robot vacuums. These innovative products are designed to create a seamlessly interconnected smart living ecosystem. MOVA aims to demonstrate how technology can enhance everyday life across various environments, from underwater cleaning to lawn maintenance and indoor cleaning, all integrated within a unified smart home experience.
The aluminum can shortage continues to plague the food and beverage industry. Molson Coors, under Anheuser-Busch InBev, is addressing the challenge through global sourcing and capacity expansion. Ball Corporation is establishing a dedicated aluminum cup factory. The industry collectively faces multiple challenges, including aluminum supply, recycling systems, and transportation costs. Companies need to diversify procurement, optimize inventory, develop alternative materials, and strengthen cooperation to cope with the rising prices, reduced choices, and increased purchasing difficulty caused by the aluminum can shortage.
On August 1, 2023, the inaugural container train from Tianjin to Inner Mongolia officially set off, marking the launch of the 'New Port - Suji' service. This new route is expected to reduce road transport and increase the proportion of railway transport, potentially decreasing the use of 66,000 vehicles and lowering overall costs by 15%.
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Xiamen has built an efficient transportation network through the rapid development of railways, ports, and aviation, strongly promoting foreign trade growth. The China-Europe Railway Express operates regularly, and the port's container throughput is expected to rank among the world's top. The total foreign trade volume remains in the top ten nationwide. In the future, Xiamen will continue to strengthen the construction of smart terminals to further enhance its foreign trade competitiveness.
This article discusses the phenomenon of liquidation and its handling strategies, emphasizing the complex relationship between liquidation and container pickup. Pickup limitations may occur due to the lack of containers at the yard or shipping companies halting container releases, necessitating appropriate measures based on the situation.
This article explores the transportation process of containers being transferred from Guandong to Shengdong. By entering EDI information in advance, containers can be directly transported from Guandong to Shengdong without the need for checkpoint registration, simplifying operations and improving efficiency.
