One of the biggest advantages of FCL transportation is efficiency. The entire container does not need to be mixed with other goods during loading, transportation and unloading. One of the biggest advantages of LCL transportation is saving transportation costs.

8 major international trade terms for ocean shipping: 1. EXW (Ex Works), 2. FOB (Free On Board), 3. CFR (Cost and Freight), 4. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight), 5. CPT (Carriage Paid To), 6. CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To), 7. DAP (Delivered At Place), 8. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid).

Door-to-door service including customs clearance: ● DDP (Delivered Duty Paid / Delivery after Payment), ● DAP (Delivered At Place / Delivery at Destination). Door-to-door service excluding customs clearance: ● EXW (Ex Works / Factory Delivery), ● FCA (Free Carrier / Free Carrier).

7 major international trade terms for air transport: 1. EXW (Ex Works), 2. FCA (Free Carrier), 3. CPT (Carriage Paid To), 4. CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To), 5. DAT (Delivered at Terminal), 6. DAP (Delivered at Place), 7. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid).

Advantages of using freight forwarders: ● Reduce costs and improve efficiency ● Professional knowledge and experience ● Simplify processes and save time ● Provide flexible solutions ● Risk management and protection

Goods suitable for door-to-door service: ● Small electronic products ● Fashion clothing and accessories ● Medical devices and pharmaceuticals ● High-end luxury goods ● Industrial equipment and machinery parts ● Furniture and household goods ● Fresh food

International freight forwarders, referred to as freight forwarders, refer to companies or individuals who specialize in international freight forwarding services. They provide customers with one-stop logistics solutions including transportation, warehousing, customs declaration, insurance, etc.

Delay response measures under sea transportation: advance planning (need to fully plan and estimate transportation time), timely communication (early detection of problems and finding solutions), alternative routes and plans (choose faster routes or take other modes of transportation).

In the second year of the outbreak, the shortage of containers has become more serious, and international shipping has slowed down further, causing container prices to soar. The combined effect of these factors has led to a rapid increase in international shipping costs.

International freight management is a complex process that requires the coordination of various operational activities, personnel and technology on a global scale to ensure that goods can reach their destinations on time and safely.