Global ocean freight volumes have returned to pre-Covid levels and are on track to grow 3.4% this year, according to new data and forecasts from Clarkson Research Services.     Shipping goods by sea   For 2022, the UK researcher forecasts ocean freight volumes to grow by 3.4% (3.9% by ton/mile), although growth trends across […]

Compared to other forms of shipping, sea freight has the advantage of having lower costs. This is due to: Unlike on road, traffic at sea is not bound to many tolls, which helps goods owners to minimize operation costs. The cost of operating a transport vessel is not cheap. But if the vessel is hired […]

Cargo transportation is a complex process governed by many factors. From climate, weather to means of transport, transport units, etc.; all can affect the delivery process. Most of the time, the causes of damage to goods in transit are:     Improper packing Improper packing causes the goods inside to not be secured, which in […]

Cargo transport is an essential step in every process of production and circulation of goods. However, in the process of transporting goods, businesses cannot guarantee that there will be no risks. That’s why it’s important to buy cargo insurance for your shipments. Cargo insurance is a form of insurance against external risks that may cause […]

To maximize profits, businesses must always consider ways to optimize transportation costs.  With our experience in the logistics industry, here are 3 tips from Vina Logistics to save freight costs.   Understand packaging specification Freight costs are usually calculated by volume or size. Therefore, packaging specification greatly affects the cost that you need to pay […]