Small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies can substantially boost their credentials by obtaining certifications that will attest to their expertise in certain aspects of transportation and logistics. Independent freight forwarders who want to globalize their business and expand the scope of their operations should definitely find a niche in the sector and specialize in that….
Shipping hazardous cargo demands more caution and attention to detail than the movement of regular cargo. Moreover, the ever-changing procedures and paperwork related to dangerous goods have further complicated the shipping process of these shipments. Additionally, hazardous cargoes are subjected to stringent customs and regulatory requirements where even the slightest error in packing and documentation…
On the 5th of June 2022, a fire broke out at the container terminal close to Chittagong port causing unprecedented loss of lives and property. According to senior port officials, there has been almost 50 fatalities and numerous injuries. While the loss of lives and properties is the biggest tragedy in the shipping industry this…