Since the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) was implemented, federal courts have struggled to provide a clear and specific definition of a package for the purpose of carrier liability. The term...
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Preparing for Supply Chain Disruption in the Wake of COVID-19
While imports of medical supplies and other essential health items are sharply increasing, orders for merchandise imports as a whole are being canceled, slowed down, or sent to warehouses for...
MSC Napoli: Theft in the English Channel
Rare circumstances allowed local residents to participate in the cargo theft of the MSC Napoli along the beaches of the Lyme Bay in the UK. No matter where you are traveling in the ocean, unforeseen...
5 Surprising Statistics About 2019 Holiday Shopping and Shipping
As the holidays draw near, both shoppers and shippers should prepare for a surge in packages - and theft that follows. Understanding these holiday shipping statistics may help you prepare as well....
Protect Your Cargo: The M/V CMA CGM Dahlia
The M/V CMA CGM Dahlia shipping disaster is another example of how dangerous the ocean can be. As we’ve said before, there is no guaranty of safe passage when bringing goods across the ocean....
What is Cargo Theft and How Can You Protect Your Shipments?
Learn about cargo theft and how your can protect your shipments from it. Cargo theft is a large financial danger to your imports. In 2018 the average value of stolen goods per incident was $142,342...
5 Things to Know About Cargo Theft in the United States
Learn about cargo theft and how prominent it is in the United States. Cargo theft is rarely reported on in the United States. However, this type of crime affects many shipping companies and...
[Video] What is General Average Claims Process?
In an educational video, Trade Risk Guaranty explains the General Average claims process and how an adjuster calculates each party's contribution. The law of General Average (GA) can be a very...
What is Carrier Limit of Liability for International Shipping?
Is your carrier liable for your damaged goods? Learn the details of carrier limit of liability and how it could apply to you. What is Carrier Limit of Liability? The Carrier limit of liability...
[Video] What is General Average?
In an educational video, Trade Risk Guaranty explains the maritime law of General Average and how it can be declared on a shipment. The law of General Average (GA) is a legal principle of maritime...
What Happens When You Lose Your Biggest Shipment?
In an intricate infographic, Trade Risk Guaranty maps out the process when an international shipper has a marine cargo insurance claim and potentially loses their biggest shipment. Shipping goods...
[Webinar] The U.S. Importer’s Introduction to Incoterms
Trade Risk Guaranty hosts a webinar with a marine cargo insurance expert presenting an introduction to incoterms for United States importers. When it comes to shipping internationally, there is an...