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Why cargo may be delayed between the BRICS countries and how to avoid it
Why cargo may be delayed between the BRICS countries and how to avoid it
194 13.01
Shipping cargo from China to Russia is just the beginning. The real quest is to get it on time and without losses. Why can't Chinese banks skip your payment? What should I do if the customs decided to open each box in the rain? And why doesn't even insurance always save you from losses? This article examines the real, rather than theoretical, reasons why supply disruptions have become the norm, and what can be done about it in practice.
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Bulk carrier: What kind of ship is this and why would the global economy stop without it?
Bulk carrier: What kind of ship is this and why would the global economy stop without it?
1,689 06.11
The logic of container shipping does not work when it comes to industrial shipments of raw materials. How to transport 50,000 tons of grain? There is a separate world for this — bulk carrier transportation. In this article, we look at how this market works in practice: from the types of ships and the formation of freight rates to the key players. We explain why direct access to a shipowner is a key element of cost and risk management in large—scale logistics.
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How to check a company in the BRICS countries before starting cooperation
How to check a company in the BRICS countries before starting cooperation
1,402 23.10
Finding a partner in China is easy. It's harder to make sure he doesn't disappear with your cargo or send you a thimble-sized hat. The problem is that the Chinese and I have a different understanding of "good" and "bad." This article is a practical guide to checking Chinese counterparties, based on real—world experience, not theory.
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How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries
How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries
868 16.09
Working with BRICS is a world of contrasts. On the one hand, China's logistics is almost perfect, on the other hand, huge distances and problems in Russia and Brazil. In such circumstances, choosing a logistics partner is not a matter of price, but a matter of the survival of your business. In this article, we look at what to really look at, how to distinguish empty promises from real guarantees, and why a simple counterparty check can save you from big problems.
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TOP 10 popular cargo transportation destinations in Russia in 2025
TOP 10 popular cargo transportation destinations in Russia in 2025
980 02.09
The logistics map of Russia in 2025 has been transformed under the influence of new economic realities. It is critically important for carriers and shippers to understand which routes form the basis of a country's transport system. Let's look at the key delivery directions that define the logistics landscape.
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Transportation of dangerous goods: what you need to know in order not to land
Transportation of dangerous goods: what you need to know in order not to land
1,250 07.08
Transportation is not just a risky job, but a huge responsibility. A mistake can cost not only money, but also freedom. Follow the requirements to avoid getting into trouble and transport chemicals and other dangerous substances according to the rules. This is not just a matter of technology and logistics, but also about security and the law.
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Cargo transportation within BRICS: how regional routes work
Cargo transportation within BRICS: how regional routes work
2,335 06.08
How does logistics actually work within BRICS? We analyze the key transport routes, real problems and prospects for foreign economic activity.
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Air cargo transportation in BRICS: pros, cons and cost
Air cargo transportation in BRICS: pros, cons and cost
2,444 05.08
Analysis of air transportation in BRICS: speed, cost, real problems and prospects. Find out when air delivery is profitable and when it is not.
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Siscomex: how does Brazil's foreign trade system work and what is important for international carriers
Siscomex: how does Brazil's foreign trade system work and what is important for international carriers
2,258 28.07
If you are planning any international transportation to Brazil — it does not matter whether import or export — you will have to face one word: Siscomex. And it's better to figure out what it is in advance, because it directly depends on whether your cargo gets there at all.
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How does multimodal delivery between Russia and Asia work?
How does multimodal delivery between Russia and Asia work?
1,787 14.07
We understand how multimodal transportation from Asia works. Discover routes through China, the North-South corridor, and the complexities faced by modern logistics.
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How much does it really cost to transport 1 ton of cargo in 2025?
How much does it really cost to transport 1 ton of cargo in 2025?
3,062 06.06
Are you planning to ship the goods and are you thinking about the costs? In 2025, calculating transportation costs has become a real challenge due to new regulatory changes and market factors. Let's figure out what the final price tag depends on.
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Sales on the WB dropped after the holidays: how to return positions without draining the betting budget
Sales on the WB dropped after the holidays: how to return positions without draining the betting budget
1,614 07.02
After the New Year holidays, sales on Wildberries sank for the majority, but each card has its own depth of decline: price, balances, seasonality and how buyers passed the funnel during a period of low demand decide. The mistake of many is to try to “buy off” positions with bids. In fact, WB evaluates the card by stages: impression, click, shopping cart, order — and compares it with competitors within the query cluster. We're looking at how to diagnose the drop point and restore sales without dr
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Starting from July 1, cargo from the EAEU will not travel without a QR code: lawyers advise to fix the code in the contract as a condition of departure
646 06.02
Customs and International Trade
How to legally change the payer or recipient and not get stuck on bank compliance
109 06.02
Customs and International Trade
Marketplaces can "assign" tariffs: the point of no return is control of a third of the transportation market
808 06.02
Marketplaces
Wildberries is preparing a pilot in Ethiopia and is eyeing India: why does the marketplace need a "far abroad"
1,955 06.02
Marketplaces
The border with China will open in February: the Federal Customs Service announced the dates of the closure of checkpoints for the Lunar New Year
The border with China will open in February: the Federal Customs Service announced the dates of the closure of checkpoints for the Lunar New Year
1,452 06.02
The Federal Customs Service warned about a change in the operating mode of checkpoints on the border with China in February 2026 due to the Lunar New Year. Several destinations will be closed for 3-5 days, which may cause queues, downtime, and warehouse congestion after opening. We tell you which transitions will be paused and how the business of foreign economic activity can adjust the delivery schedule in advance.
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