What is a Freight TerminalJuly 2, 2025A freight terminal is a designated facility where cargo is transferred, sorted, consolidated, or processed during its journey from the shipper to the final destination. These terminals are critical no...view
What Is Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)?September 28, 2025The Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) fee charged on imports arriving at U.S. ports via ocean freight. It was established under the Water Resources Development...view
Amazon and FedEx Rekindle Partnership to Fill UPS Delivery GapMay 19, 2025After a six-year hiatus, Amazon and FedEx have reunited, sparking buzz in the global logistics industry. With UPS scaling back its partnership with Amazon, FedEx has stepped in to fill the void, rejoi...view
Why do I need an IRS number for importing goods into the US?August 25, 2023When importing into the US, you will be asked for providing an IRS or EIN number for the ultimate consignee. If you have hired a forwarder company to deal with the shipping tasks, experienced forwarde...view