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Why the Airfreight Market is Tight Right Now
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Why the Airfreight Market is Tight Right Now

  • September 10, 2024
The global airfreight market has been experiencing increasing pressure, particularly on routes from China to the United States, as we enter the month of September. Understanding the factors contributing to this tightening can provide valuable insights for businesses relying on air transportation. Below are the primary reasons driving the current situation. 1. Peak E-Commerce Season […]
Tips for Lowering Freight Shipping Costs for Your Business | Red Arrow Logistics
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10 Tips for Lowering Freight Shipping Costs

  • September 5, 2024
As a business owner, freight shipping is likely a significant part of your supply chain. Shipping costs can eat into your profit margins, especially as the global supply chain faces ongoing disruptions, rising fuel prices, and fluctuating demand. At Red Arrow Logistics, we understand how important it is to keep shipping costs under control. Whether […]
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How Air Freight Revolutionizes Your Global Supply Chain

  • March 15, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of global commerce, agility is the name of the game. Businesses today are not just competing on the basis of their products or services; they’re also in a race against time. In this fast-paced environment, where market demands can change in an instant, the ability to swiftly adapt and respond is […]
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Strategies for Mitigating Risks in Global Logistics

  • February 15, 2024
In the realm of international trade and commerce, the path to success is often fraught with challenges and uncertainties. From geopolitical tensions to natural disasters and unforeseen disruptions, the risks inherent in global logistics can significantly impact supply chain operations and bottom lines. However, with the right strategies and partnerships in place, businesses can navigate […]
Shortage of Airplane Parts Causes More Supply Chain Disruptions | Red Arrow Logistics
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Shortage of Airplane Parts Causes More Supply Chain Disruptions

  • October 11, 2022
The last two years have been all about shortages—from basic goods like toilet paper and cream cheese to chips for cars and now airplane parts. Airlines are having difficulties finding engines and other parts to fix planes that require maintenance. This is leading to more flight delays and cancellations, making it challenging for carriers to […]
Inbound Air Freight Remains Tight | Red Arrow Logistics
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Inbound Air Freight Remains Tight

  • December 3, 2021
It’s no surprise that air freight capacity is tight at this time of year, yet now more than ever air freight is needed to keep supply chains moving along. With rising demand and fewer passenger flights as compared to pre-COVID days, there is simply less available air freight capacity. In addition, airports that are using […]
Shippers Look to Air Cargo as an Alternative to Ocean Freight | Red Arrow Logistics
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Shippers Look to Air Cargo as an Alternative to Ocean Freight

  • March 17, 2021
For several months, the industry has been talking about the increased demand for imports, tightening capacity for container shipping, and driving up the cost to ship via ocean containers. In addition, the backlog in receiving goods at certain U.S. ports has meant disruption along the supply chain. The surge in imports is far from over, […]
Peak Season for International Airfreight Shipping is Here | Red Arrow Logistics
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Peak Season for International Air Freight Shipping is Here

  • October 15, 2020
The peak season for international air freight has arrived.  Every year, the airlines look forward to the end-of-the-year peak season to generate more revenue by carrying additional freight. The supply and demand balance shifts more toward carriers as demand peaks for cargo and space. This year, however, it comes with even higher costs for buyers. […]
Volatility in the Air Freight and Ocean Cargo Industries | Red Arrow Logistics
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Volatility in the Air Freight and Ocean Cargo Industries

  • August 18, 2020
Demand, which has been volatile and unpredictable, has led to pressure on the logistics industry and made it difficult to predict where volume would be needed. No one in the logistics industry could have predicted the disruptions that would occur to the global supply chain and network in the first half of this year.  These […]
The Cargo Congestion Challenge in the U.S. | Red Arrow Logistics
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The Cargo Congestion Challenge in the U.S.

  • July 20, 2020
Congestion was already an issue for some U.S. airports, and COVID-19 virus has made some of these problems even worse.  While international passenger terminals stay empty of passengers, there is a backlog of cargo.  The increase in medical supplies because of the global pandemic as well as an uptick in e-commerce order from homebound consumers […]