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CPT and CIP Delivery
CPT and CIP Delivery

CPT and CIP have different deliveries: Place of Receipt at the first carrier (origin) and Place of Delivery loaded (destination). This articles explains when to use them.

Understanding Transport Documents: Who Should Be the Consignee on Bill of Lading?
Understanding Transport Documents: Who Should Be the Consignee on Bill of Lading?

Learn who should be listed as the consignee on Bills of Lading and other transport documents for international shipments.

Understanding Incoterms 2020: Is a Shipping Container Considered Packaging?
Understanding Incoterms 2020: Is a Shipping Container Considered Packaging?

Analyzing whether a shipping container qualifies as packaging under Incoterms 2020 and the responsibilities of sellers and CTU operators.

Navigating SOLAS VGM Requirements when using Incoterms: What Shippers Need to Know
Navigating SOLAS VGM Requirements when using Incoterms: What Shippers Need to Know

Comprehensive guide to SOLAS VGM (Verified Gross Mass) requirements, declaration methods, and responsibility allocation under different Incoterms.

The Undex EXW A2 Rule: Unpacking Seller Responsibilities and Overlooked Issues in Delivery Logistics
The Undex EXW A2 Rule: Unpacking Seller Responsibilities and Overlooked Issues in Delivery Logistics

Analyzing seller responsibilities under EXW A2, common practical issues, and why FCA might be a better alternative for shipping.

Incoterms FCA Compliance: Clarifying the Difference Between Delivery Dates and Shipment Dates
Incoterms FCA Compliance: Clarifying the Difference Between Delivery Dates and Shipment Dates

Learn the critical distinction between delivery and shipment dates under FCA Incoterms, and the importance of proper documentation like Forwarder's Cargo Receipt.

DPU Delivery
DPU Delivery

Understanding DPU delivery responsibilities, unloading procedures, and potential risks across FCL, LCL, airfreight, rail, and road transportation.

Understanding DAP, DPU, and DDP: Key Differences and Delivery Scenarios Explained
Understanding DAP, DPU, and DDP: Key Differences and Delivery Scenarios Explained

Comprehensive guide to DAP, DPU, and DDP Incoterms delivery scenarios across different transportation modes.