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Read on for information on ways to control your freight, from finding a freight handler to getting your documentation in order. Find out how to minimise your costs and cut down on red tape where possible.

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Documenting Risk Documenting Risk
by Dianne Tipping   Thu, 8 April 2010 6:11 pm   Comments Off
Most people classify export documentation as tedious, but the reality is that if you get it wrong it can damage, or even sink, your business. Making sure you have...
Risks in freight Risks in freight
by Adeline Teoh   Mon, 8 February 2010 3:46 pm   Comments Off
In the world of goods export, there’s more to risk minimisation than bubble wrap. Here’s how to view your packaging inside and out. As far as freight...
Christmas deliveries made easy Christmas deliveries made easy
by Gary Edstein   Fri, 11 December 2009 9:15 am   Comments Off
It is that time of year. For those of us with loved ones around the world, the challenge comes not only in choosing an appropriate Christmas gift, but in packing...
What is customs? What is customs?
by Guest Author   Mon, 24 August 2009 1:36 pm   Comments Off
Some may regard customs as a necessary annoyance in the exporting process, but it doesn’t have to be. There’s more to customs than just checking freight. Find...
The True Cost of Exporting: Freight The True Cost of Exporting: Freight
by Adeline Teoh   Wed, 17 June 2009 5:18 pm   One Comment
Sixth in our series on the 'True Cost of Exporting' is the cost of freight. What contributes to the cost of freight and how can you save on shipping?
Six freight tips for first-time exporters Six freight tips for first-time exporters
by Gary Edstein   Wed, 10 June 2009 6:15 pm   Comments Off
Where small to medium businesses have historically been tied to local manufacturers, the internet has enabled them to easily access overseas markets and a new set...
True cost of export documentation True cost of export documentation
by Corinne Campbell   Tue, 28 April 2009 7:19 pm   Comments Off
Fourth in our series on ‘The True Cost of Exporting’ is the cost of export documentation, a necessary expense that can be eased by knowing what’s required....
How to green your export supply chain How to green your export supply chain
by Adeline Teoh   Thu, 2 April 2009 11:21 am   Comments Off
With everyone thinking green these days, businesses are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Supply chains have the potential for the most green gains...


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