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Whether you’re coming to Jamaica as a returning resident or are relocating because of a job transfer or even if you’re merely shipping packages to family or friends in Jamaica. Knowing the rules and laws of the place can help you avoid some major monetary losses and save time. If you’re planning on shipping goods to Jamaica, take care of the following few tips to ensure a timely and hassle-free delivery:

When you’re new to the world of freight exporting, all the technical and legal terminology, the mode of shipments, legal and customs issues and other such technicalities can make the shipping process very confusing. Unaware exporters may end up making the wrong decisions, which could cost thousands of dollars in costs if things go wrong. Confused about what LCL is? Wondering whether your shipment requires FCL or a RORO container? Can’t figure out what the Bill of Lading is? You’ve come to the right place!

If you’re a manufacturer, or own an e-commerce business that delivers products all around the world, international and local shipping is a big part of your business. Sometimes, a few minor mistakes—either on your part or the customer’s—may lead to you paying thousands of dollars; a massive blow for any small business! Read through this blog to find and avoid costly shipping errors that could be the reasons why your shipping charges are hitting the roof:

When it comes to shipping cargo within the country or overseas, the freight forwarding company you choose could make or break the entire deal. While the number of containers lost at sea is steadily decreasing (with a 16% decrease from previous years), this is a scenario that many shipping companies are still struggling to control. Before choosing a freight export company—who act like the suppliers or vendors of your business—you might want to ask the following questions to ensure you’re getting the best and most reliable services:

When you think of international shipping, do you imagine it being dominated by huge global enterprises? That’s not the case at all. 98% of US exporters are actually small or medium-sized businesses. That’s just one of the many myths that surround the international shipping industry. Many people are still in the dark regarding the shipping costs, customs, risks, etc. While these are all important factors, the myths surrounding them aren’t always true. For instance, many online businesses think that exporting is a risky proposition but did you know companies that export are more profitable than those that don’t? With all the latest technology at our disposal, the face of international shipping has changed rapidly. So without further ado, let’s debunk some of the most common myths associated with international shipping!

The Caribbean region is a lucrative export market for the US; the region imports up to $20 billion of the US products on a yearly basis. In fact, it’s the third biggest importer of US goods in Latin America; only behind Mexico and Brazil. Since the Caribbean and the US are tied together by geography, culture, and history, the two are natural commercial partners. Other than being in close proximity, the existence of Free Trade Agreements is another great motivator for trade between the two stakeholders. However, before you start freight export to the Caribbean, there are some variables you should be familiar with; for instance, market access conditions, rules and regulations, etc. So without further ado, let’s talk about what to know before exporting to the Caribbean!