At the end of 2022, there was a significant drop in shipping container rates to the point that they are back to pre-pandemic levels. But what should your business do now? The shipping container...
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[Webinar] The Risks of International Shipping & How to Protect Yourself
Trade Risk Guaranty hosted a recent webinar featuring two marine cargo insurance experts as they discussed the unavoidable risks of shipping internationally. Every business that ships goods into and...
Hard Market Versus Soft Market: The Cycle of the Insurance Industry
The insurance industry goes through distinct cycles that impacts the price and availability of insurance policies. The phases of these cycles are known as either a soft market or hard market. Like...
General Average and the Re-Floating of the Ever Forward
The Ever Forward ran aground in the Chesapeake Bay and sat stuck for over 30 days with the rescue operation resulting in the declaration of General Average. General Average was declared for the...
Filing a Claim: Cargo Insurance VS Carrier’s Limit of Liability
Comparing the process of filing a claim with an annual cargo insurance policy versus when relying on the Carrier's Limit of Liability can help importers choose the best option for them. Experiencing...
2021 General Average Events: Year-End Wrap Up
Get an overview of the 2021 General Average events to better understand the frequency of these occurances. A frequent question we receive when talking about General Average is "how common is it for...
[Video] Filing A Claim with Your Carrier
In an educational video, Trade Risk Guaranty covers the process of filing a claim under your carrier's limit of liability. There is a widely misunderstood belief that a freight carrier is...
The History of Piracy in International Trade
To better understand and mitigate the threat of the pirates, it helps to better understand the history of piracy in international trade. The history of piracy has struck fear into the hearts of...
What Insurers Want to Know Before Insuring Your Warehouse Goods
Numerous factors go into the decision for an insurer to offer a quote for warehouse cargo insurance coverage. Let’s discuss what they want to know about your business. Warehouse Insurance protects...
What Shipping Method is Right for Me?
Every importer has different needs when shipping goods to the United States, and it’s important they use the ideal shipping method for their business. Choosing a Shipping Method When shipping goods...
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Marine Cargo Insurance Claim?
There are few absolutes when it comes to marine cargo insurance claims. When shipping internationally, each circumstance is different. Therefore, processing and finalizing a claim varies in the...
Importing for Amazon | Transit Timeline
If you import goods into the United States to be sent straight to an Amazon fulfillment center, the transit timeline can differ based on various factors. Amazon Marketplace is an excellent place for...