Resources
Ship Tech
Track and trace products with job origination, pick-up, routing, and drop-offs. Ship Tech allows you to manage multiple orders at once. Offering features such as barcode scanning, proof of delivery automatic emailing, customized invoicing, and reporting, Ship Tech is your portal for efficient management.
OTC LTL Portal
Input and manage your LTL shipping needs utilizing our customer-friendly OTC LTL PORTAL, that is powered by Banyan Technology. Easily connect with and compare carriers to find the best shipping options at the lowest price for your LTL shipments directly through this shipping portal. BOL’s are instantly generated, and delivery tracking is automatically updated for your convenience.
Incoterms
According to iccwbo.org, Incoterms are “an essential part of the daily language of trade”. The following are common acronyms that may be used, each one beginning with either “C”, “D”, or “F”. “C” refers to Costs that the seller is responsible for. “D” refers to Destination, in that goods must arrive at the expected destination. “F” refers to Free of risk, meaning that the seller is responsible for goods being transported.
CFR: Cost & Freight
CIF: Cost, Insurance, & Freight
CPT: Carriage Paid To
CIP: Carriage & Insurance Paid To
DAT: Delivered at Terminal
DAP: Delivered at Place
DDP: Delivered Duty Paid
FCA: Free Carrier
FAS: Free Alongside Ship
FOB: Free On Board
Ocean Chartering Terms
Now and again, we may use words that are not often used in other industries. This glossary acts as a guide to trade vocabulary that can help in understanding certain terms and phrases we often use in the logistics world. To learn more, you can access the Glossary of Shipping Terms published by the U.S. Department of Transportation and Maritime Administration.
Vessel Types
The following is an overview of the vessel types that may be employed to transport goods.
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Dry Cargo General Cargo Vessels Bulk Carriers Containerships Short Sea Vessels Specialized Vessels |
Tanker Market Product Tankers Crude Carriers Chemical Tankers Gas Carriers Asphalt Carriers |