Attributes to look forward to when choosing a freight
forwarder/shipping agent
In a brief term a Freight
forwarder could be defined as one who takes charge of shipping one’s goods to
its final destination using the best means of transportation either by air, land
or sea taking in consideration the type of goods and customers requirement.
A Freight forwarder must
possess the following quality to run a smooth business with its customers
1. Good Communication
Skills
Your freight forwarder
should be able to communicate clearly in a language you both understand, in
cases of language differences, hearing or speaking difficulty there must be a
language interpreter who ...
27 Sep 2022
How to deal with Increasing demand as a Freight Manager.Just like other businesses the shipping industry also has what is called its "peak period" this period is seen as the period where demand for their services is very high and overwhelming.The first step to take when heading into a high demand season is to have a clear prediction of how it will be for your business. In peak periods demands grow, freight becomes more expensive, freight forwarders are kept on their toes, rush to deliver cargo in time sets in.There are a few steps that can be taken to keep the demand in check, plan efficiently and deliver smoothly.Firstly, Predict and Plan a solution. The first step to take...
27 Sep 2022
Exporting to Africa is Still a New Frontier
Africa currently lags behind other regions
in terms of continental trade. However, the continent is taking initiatives to
open up the region to international trade. Many beneficial developments have
occurred in the African countries in the past few years, and increased
stability has assured investors that the area is fired up and ready for
corporate trade. One of the major policy changes is the introduction of the
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Importance of the AfCFTA
The AfCFTA, which came into effect on
January 1, 2021, is a major development. Africa contributes approximately only
2% of world trade. Furthermor...
24 Nov 2021
Exporting from the UK to Nigeria with Ease
Nigeria represents the
largest population base in Africa, with a headcount of 195 million people and a
GDP of £397 billion in 2018. The overall cost of products traded between the
United Kingdom and Nigeria from June 2019 was approximately £5.1 billion.
Several freights
forwarding companies ship all kinds of products from the UK to Nigeria in the
nick of time and make your lives easier. Let's have a look at some details of
this transportation from one country to another.
The Demand for UK Goods in Nigeria
Nigeria is the UK's
second-largest African marketplace. UK enterprises are renowned in the nation,
and UK trademarks are in...
16 Nov 2021
Beginner’s Guide to Afodel: Your Africa & Global Shipping MarketplaceWelcome to Afodel, the premier digital marketplace connecting shippers with the global supply chain. Whether you are looking to move goods across town or across the ocean to Africa, Afodel simplifies logistics by connecting customers with verified transporters, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and couriers.What is a Shipping Marketplace?A shipping marketplace is a platform where job givers (Customers) meet logistics providers (Agents). For example, if you own a recovery truck in London and can move a vehicle to the port for shipment to Africa, Afodel is your gateway to finding new clients.Getting Started: Registr...
01 Dec 2020