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Shipment tracking
Whilst there are several types of containers for shipping, including containers suitable for specialist cargo such as flat racks, open-top containers and reefer containers, the majority of general cargo is shipped in standard 20’, 40’, and 40HC general-purpose containers. At Pinnacle, we offer freight services across all types of containers and specialist project cargo and […]
Why it’s not always the best solution to ship Ex-works when exporting overseas
In this article, we go through some of the pitfalls of Ex-works and the benefits of using other Incoterms and taking ownership of the freight. Understanding Ex-works Ex-works places minimum responsibility on the seller, who merely has to make the goods available, suitably packaged usually at the seller’s factory or depot. Why using Ex-works when […]
The importance of controlling your freight when ordering from overseas
Having as much control over your freight as possible is always vital in order to manage your supply chain. In this article, we explain the importance of controlling your freight when ordering from overseas. Understanding Incoterms to avoid unexpected costs Whilst ordering from your supplier overseas using pre-paid Incoterms such as CIF or CFR (to […]
Freight forwarder USA to UK: Everything you need to know
If you’re shipping cargo over a certain size and/or volume from USA to UK, then you’ll need the help of a Freight Forwarder. As an international freight forwarder, Pinnacle International Freight manages the shipment of cargo to overseas destinations. Pinnacle are familiar with foreign countries’ import rules and regulations, the U.S. government’s export regulations, different […]
10 Questions to ask a Freight Forwarder
Identifying the right freight forwarding partner for your business is a crucial decision to get right. A reliable and efficient logistics department (both in terms of cost and hitting delivery deadlines) is key to your success. In this post, we look at 10 questions to ask a freight forwarder when in the process of recruiting […]
Customs Declaration Service (CDS) Update
HMRC will be closing the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system. The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) will be the single customs platform. Services will be withdrawn in two stages: After 30 September 2022 import declarations close on CHIEF After 31 March 2023 export declarations close on CHIEF and the National Exports System […]
Freight Forwarder – China to UK
It’s so important to have a clear understanding of the process when importing your goods from China to the UK. Let’s run through the process. Get your business ready for import Before you do anything, you will need to get your business ready to import. To do this, you will need an EORI number that […]
Freight Forwarder Amazon FBA
There are quite literally millions of Amazon sellers all over the world. Some are established brands, some high-flying entrepreneurs, and others a one-man band. Whatever the set-up, they may need to utilise Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA). With FBA, goods are stored in Amazon’s fulfilment centres and picked, packed and shipped by Amazon, taking the load […]
James Webb Space Telescope officially launches
The most ambitious, costly robot probe ever built, the $10bn James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) – was blasted into space on the 25th December 2021 at 07.20 EST. Described as a ‘time machine’ by scientists, the telescope will allow astronomers to study the beginning of the universe shortly after the big bang, 13.8 billion years […]
How to Find Your Perfect Freight Forwarder UK Partner
For UK companies requiring international logistics support, finding the perfect UK freight forwarder can be a challenging task to complete. There are a wealth of freight forwarders in the UK but how do you determine which are any good and how do you discern between them all? A report by Gartner regarding the B2B buyers […]
