Insights
International trade made simple.
Straightforward guides to transport modes, Incoterms, freight calculations and international documentation.
IncotermsIncoterms® 2020: a quick guide to the 11 rules
Learn how Incoterms define costs, risks and responsibilities between seller and buyer — and why choosing the right term affects the whole operation.
6 min read
TransportFCL or LCL: choosing the right ocean freight option
Dedicated container or consolidated cargo? Here are the criteria that help you decide between FCL and LCL.
5 min read
CalculationsHow to calculate volume (CBM) and volumetric weight
Formulas and examples to estimate volume and chargeable weight for ocean and air freight.
4 min read
DocumentationEssential documents in international shipping
Commercial invoice, packing list, bills of lading and Brazilian Siscomex filings: the documents behind an international trade operation.
5 min read
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