Border Scanning Technology Brings Gains for Freight Forwarders

Romania’s customs agency has recently activated two advanced X-ray scanners at major crossing points along its borders with Serbia and Ukraine in an effort to reinforce the EU’s outer borders. The stationary scanning units have been set up at Moravița, the largest border customs office on the border with Serbia and at Isaccea which ranks […]

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Obstacles in Managing Pallet Exchange across Road Freight Operations

In road freight operations, pallet exchanges often create inefficiencies and disruptions across the supply chain in Europe. Typical problems include overly strict acceptance rules at unloading sites, limited availability of suitable return units, absence of signed confirmation documents, and the return of incorrect or incompatible pallet types.   Stricter Acceptance Criteria Standards like the EUR/EPAL […]

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Rail Freight Crew Transitions and Their Impact on Cargo Flow

Rail freight transportation depends on effective crew transitions to maintain operational efficiency and cargo integrity. Yet, European logistics companies may face challenges stemming from inadequate crew updates, differing operational approaches, and uneven handling of technical glitches, all of which can disrupt the smooth movement of goods.   Crew Briefing Issues The process of handing over […]

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Forwarding Duties in Multi-Port Sea Freight

Effective cargo management across multiple ports involves complex operational and legal responsibilities. Forwarders must accurately document cargo movements, identify the point of damage if any occurs, and lodge claims under the appropriate liability regime.   Documenting Multi-Port Movements When cargo passes through multiple ports, forwarders must keep records of various types of transport documents that […]

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Challenges Forwarders Face during Nighttime Rail Operations

Rail freight movement during nighttime hours operates under a distinct set of limitations. These include high staff turnover, the unavailability of essential support services, and restrictions that compress transit into narrow daytime windows, all of which limit the forwarder’s ability to maintain consistent and reliable service.   Night Shifts Night shifts are less appealing to […]

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Plastic Packaging in Freight Forwarding and Its Environmental Impact

Plastic is widely used by freight forwarders for packaging and securing cargo due to its durability, flexibility, and other advantages. Common types include low-density polyethylene, high-density polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, and polyethylene terephthalate, each serving different packaging needs but also causing environmental problems.   Low-density Polyethylene Low-density polyethylene is a protective sheeting material used for packaging […]

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Europe’s Toughest Routes for Freight Services

Some of the most challenging European routes for international freight services are found in regions where terrain and weather create obstacles to transportation. The Massif Central in France, the Mediterranean coast, the Trans-Pyrenean routes, and Northern Scandinavia each present unique difficulties which require skill and experience to navigate safely.   Massif Central, France The Massif […]

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Freight Forwarding Challenges in Tourist Destinations during Peak Seasons

European logistics companies operating in European tourist destinations encounter a number of challenges during peak seasons. Key hurdles include the surge in demand for certain goods, the need for quick turnaround, and intense competition for limited transportation capacity.   Surge in Demand European tourist destinations experience significant demand for commodities during peak seasons. In coastal […]

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Optimizing Border Crossings for European Freight Forwarders

While within the Schengen Area of the European Union border controls are largely abolished, some states occasionally reinstall controls in response to specific security concerns. Moreover, forwarders also pass through border crossings from and to non-Schengen countries where their trucks may face idle times. To reduce these delays, border agencies offer measures such as advanced […]

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