Incoterms Are The Language of International Shipping Shipping contracts for any mode of transport have predefined terms, which are determined by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). These terms are commonly referred to as Incoterms, and create consistency for international and domestic trade. In general, most freight forwarding customers use one of the following Incoterms:… Read More
What’s Behind The Slowdown In The U.S. Trucking Industry?
World trade levels have fallen below its October 2013 levels. That has dragged down the U.S. freight industry. According to the Cass Freight Index (which does not include commodities) freight shipments by truck and rail were the worst by volume since 2010. In other words, U.S. freight shipments of consumer packaged goods, food, automotive, chemical,… Read More
Will Container Shipping Rates Stay At Record Lows?
Ocean container shipping rates have hit record lows and it isn’t good news for the shipping industry. Read More
Exporting To Jamaica
Despite a global downturn in trade, Jamaica is a strong market for U.S. goods. What are the current opportunities for U.S. exports to Jamaica? Read More
The Export Crisis In Latin And Central America
The global trade crisis has impacted China, Russia, and other key players including Latin America. Low oil prices are only part of the story. Read More
How To Choose A Freight Forwarder
What are the questions you need to ask before choosing a freight forwarder? Here are the most important things you should know to assure yourself of worry-free shipping. Read More
Shipping Autos To Central And Latin America
What to watch out for if you are shipping an auto to Central America or Latin America, including crossing the Darien Gap. Avoid these four common headaches. Read More
International Shipping of Household Goods
Tical Shipping handles packing, loading, shipping, and even delivery of your personal household goods to your new address. We ship seamlessly between Miami and Latin America, Central America, and Mexico. We also work with contacts in Europe and the U.K Read More
How to Calculate the Chargeable Weight of Air Freight
Air freight charges are calculated by chargeable weight. Here is how you can calculate chargeable weight for your air freight. Read More