Author Archives: Trà Giang JSC

How to Compare Two Logistics Quotations with the Same Service Scope

A practical method to normalise two logistics quotations to the same shipment data, scope, pricing...

Common “Hidden Costs” Overlooked When Importing Goods

An end-to-end map of commonly overlooked costs from origin, main carriage and destination through customs,...

Why Do Logistics Providers Quote Different Rates for the Same Shipment?

The same shipment may receive different rates because providers use different procurement sources, carriers, routings,...

Does an All-in Freight Quotation Really Include Every Cost?

Review all-in quotation scope, included and excluded costs, conditional charges, rate validity and a standard...

Charges to Check in an International Freight Quotation

A structured review of six cost layers: main freight, local charges, surcharges, time/equipment, finance and...

What Is Chargeable Weight? Air Freight and Express Charge Calculation

Chargeable weight is generally the higher of actual and dimensional weight. This guide explains the...

Ocean Freight vs. Local Charges: How to Read a Sea Freight Quotation

Ocean Freight covers the core sea leg, while Local Charges cover origin- and destination-side services....

What Is CBM? How to Calculate Cargo Volume in International Transport

Learn CBM formulas, package and pallet measurement, W/M and minimum-charge controls, and how CBM differs...

Actual Weight vs Volumetric Weight: How Chargeable Weight Is Determined

Actual weight reflects scale weight, while volumetric weight reflects occupied space. This guide explains chargeable...

Who Pays Local Charges Under Each Incoterms® 2020 Rule?

A full 11-rule matrix for origin and destination Local Charges, charging units, quotation scope and...