A Simple Guide to Customs Clearance
6 minutes to read
What is customs clearance? Customs clearance is a compulsory process for any goods entering or leaving a country. It requires the submission of various export and import documentation, as...
How to Drive Greater Efficiencies in Your Supply Chain
5 minutes to read
There’s an art to maintaining an efficient supply chain, as there are often things involved which you may have...
3PL, 4PL & 5PL – What’s the Difference?
7 minutes to read
When looking for a logistics provider, there’s a good chance you’ll come across the terms 3PL, 4PL and 5PL....
Cargo Insurance – A Simple Guide
4 minutes to read
When you export cargo, careful packing might not be enough to keep it safe and carriers’ insurance may not be enough to cover its damage or loss. HGL explains...read more
Glossary of Incoterms
7 minutes to read
What Are Incoterms? Incoterms is an abbreviation of ‘International Commercial Terms’. They are terms that represent a universal and easily understandable method of communication between importers and exporters in...read more
Taking Advantage of Weight and Volume Breaks in Air Freight
3 minutes to read
Pricing up the transport of consignments is not as straightforward as you may think. There are many factors that can impact the cost of shipment, including but not limited...read more
The Top 5 Busiest Seaports and Airports in the World
6 minutes to read
Here at HGL, we have decades of experience of transporting goods through many of the world’s ports and airports, whether for importing retail goods, specialist items or exporting high-quality...read more
A Beginner’s Guide to Shipping
7 minutes to read
Shipping your goods overseas for the first time can be scary – but it doesn’t need to be. This simple guide should ensure your first ever shipping experience is...read more
