by Promptus LLC | Mar 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, has long played a significant role in shaping the shipping industry and the U.S. economy. CBP states that “The coastwise law governing the transportation of merchandise was established by Section 27 of the...
by Promptus LLC | Jul 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Transshipment plays a key role in global trade. It involves moving cargo from one vessel to another, typically when there’s no direct route between the export and import ports. For example, if a cargo container is shipped from the port of Seattle, Washington to...
by Promptus LLC | Jun 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
What is a Customs Entry? It is an import declaration made by the importer or a customs broker authorized to represent the importer. Its purpose is to obtain customs clearance for goods entering a country. In general, customs declarations must be filed electronically...
by Promptus LLC | Jul 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
What Is a Bill of Lading? The bill of lading serves as both a contract for carriage and a document of title for cargo. It identifies the parties on both ends of a shipment and describes the goods and routing instructions. Every Bill of Lading contains Terms &...
by Promptus LLC | Jul 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Discover How a Dimensioner Can Change Your Shipping Experience When shopping online or placing a wholesale order, many people don’t put much thought into anything but the items they want. In reality, there is a very complex system in place that helps ensure the...
by Promptus LLC | Mar 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has voted to amend its rules involving Service Contracts and NVOCC Service Arrangements (NSAs) in order to ease regulatory burdens and make the agency’s rules more consistent with how the ocean shipping business is now...
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