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Eastern Europe Shipping Blog

Expert tips on smarter shipping between the U.S. and Eastern Europe, including shipping of heavy goods.

The Top Blog Posts of 2024

 

We end each year by sharing our most popular posts by readership of the past year. Not surprisingly, each of 2024’s top blog articles answers a question. Read on to see what others found so interesting.

 

Top-blog-posts-2024NVOCC vs. Freight Forwarder: What’s the Difference?

If you’re new to international shipping, you might be confused about the difference between these two kinds of companies. What does each do, and how do you know which one to approach when you have a shipment to arrange? Get the answer.


How much does U.S. customs clearance cost?

When you bring goods into the U.S., remember that it costs money to clear the cargo through U.S. Customs, even when the product isn’t subject to any duties. How much money? Well, it depends. This article explains it all.

 

What are DOT Truck Weight Limits by State?

Steamship lines promote the idea that container weights must be 44,000 lbs or less to stay within DOT”s “legal” highway limits.  Not true. Knowing the actual DOT truck weight limits by state can easily lead to six-figure savings for large-volume shippers of heavy freight. Read on to learn more.

 

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