How Companies Are Trying To Improve Their International Shipping Efficiency
Here’s how shipping companies are attempting to address these issues and improve their operations for international shipping efficiency.
Author: Jack Shaw
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What Is the Cost of an Empty Shipping Container?
How much does the average empty shipping container cost? There are various types, and external factors can cause the price to fluctuate.
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What Is Less-Than-Container Load (LCL)?
Less-than-container load (LCL) is a shipping method that involves filling containers with multiple shipments from different distributors bound for the same destination. If the shipments don’t have sufficient weight or […]
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What Is the Maritime Transportation Security Act?
The Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) is arguably the most important legislation regulating overseas travel. The United States Congress passed the MTSA in 2004 and has since made many updates. […]
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How Do Underwater Vessels Maintain Air Quality?
Submarines serve various commercial, recreational, educational and military purposes. However, their underwater operations make it difficult to ensure the crew’s health and safety — especially regarding air quality. All underwater […]
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How Does Sea Smoke Occur and Is It Harmful?
Sea smoke is an eye-catching nautical phenomenon. In a nutshell, it’s a thick layer of fog that sometimes appears on the surface of oceans, lakes and rivers — especially in […]
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The Importance of Maritime Safety Standards and Regulations
Maritime safety standards and regulations are responsible for keeping international shipping peaceful, prosperous and accident-free. Many organizations work together to protect crews and passengers from the hazards associated with commercial […]