by Saving Point Team | Apr 9, 2024 | Freight
Act now or pay later: the clock is ticking on freight contracts for the peak season. Here’s why strategic early tendering isn’t just a choice but a necessity: Cost Savings: Early tendering allows you to lock in rates before they rise. In a fluctuating market, securing...
by Saving Point Team | Feb 15, 2024 | Freight
Annual freight contracts aren’t just about securing rates and capacity; they’re a strategic tool for businesses aiming for stability and cost predictability in their shipping operations. By locking in rates and capacity, you’re essentially putting a...
by Saving Point Team | Feb 1, 2024 | Freight
As we move into 2024, Australia’s import sector is navigating a landscape shaped by transformative factors reshaping how we approach international trade: Global Economic Fluctuations: Volatility is on the rise with erratic trade policies and exchange rate...
by Saving Point Team | Sep 27, 2023 | Freight, Freight News
Four Tips for Running a Better International Freight RFP Navigating an International Freight RFP can be a complex and time-consuming process, yet the significance of securing the best rates and services for your business can’t be overstated. If you’re...
by Saving Point Team | Aug 25, 2023 | Freight, Freight News
Maersk and CMA CGM Raise FAK Rates from Asia Two of the world’s largest shipping companies, Maersk and CMA CGM, have announced plans to increase their Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from Asia to several destinations worldwide. Maersk will raise its FAK rates from...
by Saving Point Team | Aug 22, 2023 | Freight, Freight News, Uncategorized
General Rate Increases (GRI) Start to Take Hold for Carriers as Spot Rates Climb Above Long-Term Prices on Key Far East Corridors GRIs have finally started to have an impact on the ocean freight market, with spot rates climbing above long-term prices on key Far East...
