News & Insights
Industry news, guides, and best practices from the CargoLinked team.
Customs Clearance Explained: Process, Documents & Duties
A clear, global guide to customs clearance: the step-by-step process, the documents you need, HS classification, duties and taxes, and when to hire a broker.
What Does a Freight Forwarder Do? (And Do You Need One?)
A plain-English guide to what a freight forwarder does, how they differ from carriers, NVOCCs and customs brokers, and whether your business needs one.
How Much Does Freight Forwarding Cost? A 2026 Pricing Guide
What drives freight forwarding cost in 2026: how FCL, LCL and air quotes are built, chargeable weight, common surcharges, and who pays under each Incoterm.
China to Germany Shipping: Sea vs Rail via Duisburg
How China to Germany shipping really works: ocean freight to Hamburg and Bremerhaven, China-Europe rail via Duisburg, air to Frankfurt, and ATLAS customs.
Incoterms 2020 Explained: FOB, CIF, EXW, DDP and the Full List
A clear, accurate guide to Incoterms 2020: all 11 rules, who pays and who bears the risk, how FOB, CIF, EXW and DDP really work, plus practical buyer tips.
How to Ship from China to the USA (2026): Costs, Transit Times & Customs
A practical 2026 guide to shipping from China to the USA: FCL vs LCL vs air freight, transit times by port, what drives cost, and how to clear US customs.
FCL vs LCL Shipping: Which Ocean Freight Option Is Right for You?
FCL vs LCL shipping compared for ocean freight: how each is priced, transit speed, handling and damage risk, the CBM break-even, and when to use each option.
Sea Freight vs Air Freight: How to Choose (Cost, Speed & When to Use Each)
Sea freight is cheaper and slower; air freight is faster and pricier. Learn how cost, chargeable weight, transit time and urgency decide the right mode.
Vietnam to USA Shipping: The China+1 Freight Guide
A practical guide to Vietnam to USA shipping: Cai Mep and Hai Phong ports, ocean and air transit times, VNACCS and ISF customs, and the China+1 sourcing shift.
India to USA Freight: Ocean, Air & Pharma Cold Chain Guide
A practical guide to India to USA shipping: ocean and air freight, Nhava Sheva and Mundra ports, transit times, India and US customs, and pharma cold chain.
Shipping from China to the UK: Sea, Rail & Air Freight Guide
A practical guide to shipping from China to the UK: compare sea, rail and air freight transit times and cost drivers, then clear GB customs through CDS.
Freight Forwarder in Dubai: 2026 Shipper Guide to Choosing the Right Partner
Learn how to choose a freight forwarder in Dubai with practical checks for services, documents, customs clearance, visibility, pricing, and risk.