Incoterms are an essential part of international shipping and customs clearance processes. From setting out who pays what to clarifying which party is responsible for the shipment at each individual […]
Introducing Freightline’s new brand identity
We are proud to announce the launch of our new logo and brand identity as part of the ongoing evolution of our brand. As a company, we have grown and […]
A bevy of black swans: are black swan events increasing in frequency and can you predict the unpredictable?
As the world becomes increasingly complex, the challenges encountered by the logistics and supply chain industry continue to mount. From globalisation and global warming to the COVID-19 pandemic and political […]
How to load and unload a shipping container
Prior to loading containers with goods, there are a number of important factors that need to be taken into account when shipping freight. To ensure no money is wasted, goods […]
What is part load and full load?
For any business transporting goods between two locations, the cost of shipping can be expensive. As such, it’s important that they choose the most suitable haulage option as a method […]
What do third party logistics companies do?
According to research experts Gartner, over 80 per cent of professionals suggested that outsourcing logistics to third party companies was important and they would intend to increase their budget for […]
Come Join Us at Multimodal 2021
We are pleased to announce we will be exhibiting at Multimodal NEC 2021. Representatives from Freightline Carriers will be welcoming visitors to stand 5049 at the three-day event which takes […]
What does logistics mean?
An umbrella term used to describe a huge global industry, in its most basic form, logistics is simply the process of planning and implementing the efficient movement, transportation, storage and […]
What cannot be transported via air freight?
While it’s true that almost anything can be shipped from one location to another, including hazardous materials, when it comes to air freight, some restrictions are in place. This is […]
How to load a pallet for shipping
The key to running a successful road freight service is efficiency. From warehousing and distribution processes right through to delivery and returns, finding the quickest, safest and most cost-effective methods […]
