At any given time, there are around five to six million containers that are loaded on ships and sailing the world’s oceans. This is just one of the amazing facts about ocean freight transportation you might not be aware of. Here are some other interesting ocean facts we thought worth mentioning: • Approximately two-thirds ofread more

Why use a freight broker? In today’s challenging economy, cost control plays a critical role in the continuity of any business. Shippers from manufacturing, retailing and other industries are recognizing the transport logistic solutions that Third Party Logistics services and freight broker agents can deliver. Here are seven benefits tha

Driver Detention occurs when the shipper impedes the truck driver from loading or unloading through no fault of the carrier. The acceptable industry standard is two hours, although rules tariffs (carrier rules that govern their operation and their charges) allow up to four hours. Most carriers have a two hour grace period before they startr

Motor carriers face a variety of regulations that they must follow based on many aspects. The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) requires different types of licenses and insurances for motor carriers. The system can easily become complicated, especially if you are unsure about what motor carrier classification you are und

Not all cargo insurance coverage is the same. The breadth of coverage, service, pricing, and loss prevention varies with each insurer. A low cost policy might save you money, but it could also mean you have less coverage. Because cargo insurance covers the legal liability of the carrier as the transporter of freight, carriers cannotread mor

There comes a time when a business owner can avoid  finger-pointing and a “who is ultimately responsible” type of situation if they are familiar with motor carrier safety rules, laws and even guidelines that can all be addressed with Freight Broker Insurance.  Business owners in this industry have a lot on their plates as the

The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) has a major impact on safety standards for all commercial vehicles that travel the highways of the United States.  A goal of the FMCSA is to remove high risk carriers and drivers both at entry level and through education and maintenance programs. Key FMCSA programs include: *  Bord

Geo-political hotspots and natural disasters have combined to sharpen the focus on risk management for both carriers and shippers. Efforts to ameliorate the effects of such potential causes of loss will undoubtedly grow more intense in 2013. Excess cargo insurance will be as vital a tool as ever in risk management. Mitigating Possible Loss