Blog China is home to some of the world’s largest shipping ports, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Ningbo, and Shanghai – the world’s largest port. A massive volume of freight moves by ocean from these ports into the United States. Most of this freight transits through the Port of Long Beach/Los Angeles, known as America’s port –the largest port in the United States. The global supply chain and economy rely heavily on the commercial activity flowing between these two goliaths of shipping activity.  Many ocean carriers serve this trade lane with standard transit times of 14 to 2 ..read more

Blog Global shipping logistics rely on the combination of services, vendors, and shippers to successfully and efficiently organize the transportation of cargo shipments across the world. Physically moving a product from the manufacturer to its final destination and assessing the costs, risks, and timelines associated with your shipment takes time. Dedola Global Logistics offers a ..read more

Blog Due to the rapidly developing Covid-19 Corona Virus pandemic affecting the shipping industry along with every other industry and all populations across the globe, we will be posting to this blog page when there are any relevant, valuable, or vital news that needs to be shared. We will be consolidating up-to-date news related to events such as port closures, port announcemen ..read more

Blog International shipping is a complicated business. Whether you are an importer, exporter, or broker, you need to consider the cost of shipping. Implementing smart strategies will have a dramatic effect on your company’s bottom line. Choosing the right terms of sale or “INCO Terms” is critical. Two of the most common terms used for air and ocean shipments are CIF and FOB. Thes ..read more

Blog updated 2/19/2020 Marine Insurance and why your Shipments need it For homeowners and drivers alike, insurance is necessary to protect you and others. But when it comes to international trade, not all importers realize the importance of marine insurance (otherwise known as cargo insurance). It protects you from damage, theft, or loss while in transit. In case you’ve never considered this befor ..read more

Blog When you’re choosing a freight forwarder, safety is an essential factor to consider. To guarantee that you are making the best (and safest) choice in your forwarder, opt for a C-TPAT certified forwarder. This certification is part of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) initiative to regulate goods coming in and out of the country, specifically across borders. It ensures the country’s s ..read more

Blog International freight forwarding has evolved a bit in the last couple years. Starting in January 2018, the United States began imposing strict tariffs on foreign countries, primarily China. These tariffs have changed the way the freight industry operates. It is no longer freight forwarding as usual, and the pressure for greater accountability has taken center stage. As a result, shippers have sought companies with higher quality attributes such as white glove service, full tracking transparency, and around-the-clock expertise availability, all hallmarks of the Dedola Differenc ..read more

Blog International freight forwarding has evolved a bit in the last couple years. Starting in January 2018, the United States began imposing strict tariffs on foreign countries, primarily China. These tariffs have changed the way the freight industry operates. It is no longer freight forwarding as usual, and the pressure for greater accountability has taken center stage. As a result, shippers have sought companies with higher quality attributes such as white glove service, full tracking transparency, and around-the-clock expertise availability, all hallmarks of the Dedola Differen ..read more

Blog When it comes to choosing the right international freight forwarder for your shipping needs, cost plays a factor in your decision. An experienced forwarder or third-party logistics company (3PL) can help you improve your bottom line by reducing your soft costs in addition to saving you money on hard costs.   What is the difference between hard costs and soft costs? Hard costs are tangible resources that are easy to calculate. For instance, things like fuel prices, hourly wages for employees, and materials are some hard costs. Companies who ship goods internationally often ..read more

Blog Importers and exporters alike deserve the best in customer service, tracking, and technology. The best freight forwarder for your needs is one that utilizes the latest technology and skillful negotiation to help you save big on your shipping costs. Competitive Pricing Strategies One of the primary benefits of working with a quality freight forwarder and third-party logistics provider is their ability to negotiate prices with multiple carriers. We tailor our quotes specifically to your needs, including full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) pricing. We u ..read more