Total Freight International (TFI) Blog

  The current COVID-19 pandemic has impacted both air transport accessibility worldwide and the airline business in particular. Several constraints on air chartering have also been introduced, potentially resulting in severe long-term effects on the global aviation industry. The freight traffic was not dramatically impacted by the pandemic and, in certain cases, even continued to increase due to the supply of medical supplies to combat the virus. Global stakeholder groups and professional organizations have also emphasized a need for industry cooperation and partnership, with evidence suggesting that air cargo capacity remains 35 percent lower than last year across all trading routes around the world. THE INTERNATIONAL AIR CARGO ASSOCIATION (TIACA) urged the airfreight market to work together to fuel trade and make sure the flow of critical goods, whereas the International Air Transport Association (IAA) called for improved collaboration between government agencies to ensure that ...

The right warehouse is highly crucial for any business. There are no second thoughts in the fact that finding the right warehouse can be an appalling task. As a part of evolution, retailers need warehouse space for their growing e-commerce operations. Companies need to consider the fundamental requirements for their warehousing needs. Businesses need to understand that space is only going to tighten with time, and now is the best time to choose the right warehouse for your needs is now. If you are looking for warehousing solutions , then here are certain factors you should consider: Technology: One thing to always consider while choosing a warehouse is if they are equipped with the latest technologies. EDI and other software for monitoring the shipments in transit is a must. The warehouse you choose should be able to support present and future technological advancements. Storage requirements: Storage is what warehousing is used for. When selecting a warehouse, you should carefully ch...

Third-party logistics, or 3PL, is a service that is provided by a business to an organization where some or all of the complete logistics system is outsourced. This outsourcing includes warehousing through to delivery, allowing the organization to focus on other parts of the business. Want to know the benefits of a 3PL provider? See the Top 5 benefits below: 1. Cost reduction As 3PL providers are capable to work with shippers on behalf of various customers, 3PL providers are often able to leverage greater rates than individual shippers by utilizing their combined volume and order frequency. Utilizing a 3PL logistic company to manage some of your logistical problems also gives businesses the versatility to invest in other key areas of the business. 2. Provide a better experience to your customers Utilizing a 3PL provider enables you to offer faster delivery to all your customers, as you are able to utilize the 3PL’s efficient and established distribution network. 3. Mitigate risk Del...

With the effects of COVID-19, the international supply chain market has broken out in this pandemic. The global air freight volume was down 38.7% year-on-year as passenger flights were taken out of duty, causing air freight rates to surge. With nonstop air cargo capacity down 44% from the United States into Europe, and 58% in the reverse direction. Charter rates are moving four to six times higher than normal, though we presume rates to come down as passenger air capacity revives some ground in the near months. Undoubtedly, like many others, 3PL Logistics industry has witnessed acceleration in the digitalization of processes, not just in terms of consumer behavior but also within companies. The future of 3PL logistics in a post-COVID-19 world Without a doubt, this has been the most difficult shipping phase for supply chain and logistics experts in the history, but as an industry, logistics companies are continuing to produce and deliver the primary goods that we all need to survive. A...

  3PL or 3rd Party Logistics is retaining its fulfillment warehouses open throughout the coronavirus crisis to help its customers delivering essential products as online demand continues to grow. Total Freight International (TFI) , whose headquarters are in UAE, will continue operating with a unified workforce to assure that the supply of health, household, baby products, and personal care products reach shelters across the country as the lockdown continues. The company associates with various growing brands in the essential items sector that have undergone an unprecedented surge in demand for their goods from online shoppers who are housebound during the outbreak. While other fulfillment centers are shutting, and Amazon is closing down its assistance to thousands of marketplace traders the fulfillment business is constantly adapting to remain functional and minimize agitation to its operations as the coronavirus pandemic proceeds to grip the nation. The organization has taken si...