Prime Vendor Program Logistics Explained
Prime vendors usually purchase and store items required by the customer from a cluster of pre-approved suppliers, referred to as ‘preferred suppliers’. Read the article to know more.
Security Management of Commercial Ports
Port security is often viewed as mainly controlling the risks within the immediate port premises. However, in most cases, it also covers the coastal area around the seaport. Read the article to know more.
Maritime Transport of Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Materials Explained
In maritime transportation, dangerous goods are classified and transported under the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code or IMDG code. This code is regulated by the International Maritime Organization [IMO].
7 Key Challenges in Container Port Operations
Container Ports handle millions of tons of cargo annually and they need to have the latest infrastructure, software, safety, and security features which calls for diligent planning with ample safeguards to meet unexpected challenges.
What is Cybersecurity in Seaports?
Cyberattacks can have detrimental effects on seaport operations such as scheduling of vessels, traffic planning, loading and offloading of cargo, transport and labour arrangements, monitoring of storage space, communications, etc.
What is Ship Chartering Process?
Do you want to know what is ship chartering and the process followed for the same? Check out this article to learn everything about ship chartering process.
What are Intermodal and Multimodal Transport Systems?
Transportation of goods by intermodal containers using more than one mode of transport is called Intermodal transport. Read the article to know more about intermodal and multimodal transport systems.
What are Liquid Bulk Terminals?
A liquid bulk terminal is an area within a seaport with the required infrastructure to store large quantities of liquids or liquefied gases and their subsequent transportation.
Why Dry Ice Is Used For Packaging
The solid form of carbon dioxide gas is commonly known as Dry Ice. Dry ice is used in cargo packaging for transportation. Find out more about dry ice inside the article.