20 Questions
Ocean freight invoices often include additional charges such as drayage, fuel surcharges, terminal handling charges, and wharfage.
True
Air freight typically has a flat handling fee of $20.
True
Freight forwarders can bundle all the charges together to provide an all-in-one quote for customers.
True
Landed cost refers to the total cost of moving goods from the supplier to the buyer.
True
A freight forwarder can help in finding the right solution for cargo, selecting the best route, and estimating timelines.
True
A freight forwarder can arrange multiple modes of transportation, such as ocean/air, rail, and truck.
True
Switching to FCL shipments can save money if it makes more sense for the business.
True
A freight forwarder can connect customers with a customs broker if needed.
True
Understanding jargon, options, and best practices can simplify logistics for businesses.
True
A complimentary consultation can be arranged with a freight forwarder for assistance in moving cargo from Asia.
True
True or false: Chinese factories shut down in January/February to celebrate the arrival of a new year in the lunisolar calendar and it is advisable to place orders early during this time.
True
True or false: Some retailers place their holiday orders as early as late summer to ensure they are fully stocked for the U.S. holiday season.
True
True or false: Ocean freight invoices often include additional charges such as drayage, fuel surcharges, terminal handling charges, and wharfage.
True
True or false: Air freight comes with a flat $20 handling fee.
True
True or false: Freight forwarders can bundle all the charges together to provide an all-in-one quote for customers.
True
True or false: Landed cost refers to the total cost of moving goods from the supplier to the buyer.
True
True or false: Switching to FCL shipments can save money if it makes more sense for the business.
True
True or false: A freight forwarder can arrange multiple modes of transportation, such as ocean/air, rail, and truck.
True
True or false: A freight forwarder can connect customers with a customs broker if needed.
True
True or false: Understanding jargon, options, and best practices can simplify logistics for businesses.
True
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