What is the Future of Supply Chain Management. Supply chains of tomorrow are going to focus more on customer-centricity and innovation.

Freight Logistics and Technology The future of transportation logistics in today's globalization is thru technology innovation. Many companies impact automation from warehousing, trucking, and international air and ocean shipments to make the shipping process more effective and increase productivity while minimizing costly mistakes. This new wave of thinking in freight logistics has introduced many new […]

Moving products, raw materials and equipment in any place around the world requires expertise and this is why when it comes to moving, businesses rely on freight forwarding companies Like DRT. Ask any kind of business that requires freight services and they will tell you how important relying on an experienced and efficient freight forwarding […]

A bonded warehouse is a secured warehouse facility that is covered by customs rules. Companies that export products, materials and items abroad commonly use bonded warehousing facilities to store their products. Using this kind of warehousing facility is an optional service but businesses that would like to ensure that their products are safely and legally […]

China has always been a fascinating country in all aspects with a booming economy, advanced technology and "mind blowing" infrastructure. DRT International knows that China is a major and important player in regards to international trade with the US. We have agency representation in China and we offer phenomenal shipping rates and incredible services between both […]

DRT International provides direct weekly LCL and FCL services between the US and China. China is a very promising market for imports and exports and in fact in October 2013, according to World City, it was ranked as the US’s second highest trading partner.  Below are some of the commodities that are being exported to […]

A pallet is a flat transport structure that supports goods in a stable fashion while being lifted by a forklift. Goods are placed on it and they are secured with strapping, stretch wrap or shrink wrap for shipping. Pallets can be made of: Wood Plastic Metal The standard pallet size is 40”x48”. Pallet dimensions are […]

The Port of Houston is one of the top ports in the United States.  According to the Port of Houston Authority it is: 1st ranked US port in foreign tonnage 2nd ranked US port in total tonnage 7th ranked US container port by total TEUs in 2012 Largest Texas port with 46% of market share […]

The Republic of Panama is expected to become the transportation and logistics hub of the Americas. It is situated at the narrowest point of the Americas, a prime location connecting the major world markets. The Panama Canal connects 144 routes and the country’s modern port system. The Benefits of the Panama Canal Expansion on Shipping […]

You have a shipment of product being imported from China arriving in Miami but you need it at your warehouse in Chicago, what are your choices?  You may have the product unloaded at the port and reloaded into a cargo van and then shipped by way of truck to your destination, or you can keep […]

    On Thursday, August 1, 2013, U.S Transportation Secretary, Anthony Foxx, announced the proposal to cut costs by eliminating the mandatory paperwork required by commercial truck drivers. Currently, they are required to conduct pre- and post-trip equipment inspections and file Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) after each inspection, regardless of whether or not the […]

The MIT Forum brings together speakers from academia, industry, and government, to discuss innovation, technology, government policies, and supply chain strategies that enable growth.

1. Chicago:  Most of Illinois' 23 interstate highways are traversed by 60% commercial trucking.  It is a mid-way point for much transcontinental traffic with a hotbed of solid highway infrastructure and the BELT railways system, the largest intermediate switching terminal in the US.  It's a no brainer that Chicago ranked first. 2.  California:  As the […]

Steven Cernak, chief executive and port director of Port Everglades, and James Hertwig, president of Florida East Coast Railway, discuss their organizations' recent performance, their partnership in a new intermodal container transfer facility, and the opportunities they see and projects they are pursuing for further growth.

Maersk has about 5 months before the big launch date of their new, ground-breaking Triple-E ship which is scheduled for delivery on June 28th, 2013. We are excited that such a prominent player in the shipping industry is being proactive about emissions and fuel efficiency. A few features about the "Worlds Largest Ship" The vessels will […]

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in the United States has recently made public that it is taking measures to cut its work hours by what will amount to 5,000 border patrol agents and over 2,700 inspectors. It plans to immediately stop overtime and begin thinning down the workforce with furloughs, which will take longer to begin […]

Early in December, Lufthansa’s executive board decided to no longer offer standalone cargo shipments and will instead integrate with Lufthansa Cargo. Michael Göntgens, a spokesman for Lufthansa Cargo confirmed later.  “The process has just been started. During the next quarter we will be working on the details for the realignment.” Unrevealed in the interview was […]

With the nation’s economic uncertainty hanging on by the last finger due to the impending fiscal cliff, at least there is a small silver lining with today’s news that a strike has been avoided [albeit temporarily] between the International Longshoremans’ Association and shipping companies. According to Bloomberg, the strike will be put on hold for […]

The constant chatter in the shipping and energy industry has been about liquefied natural gas and how to incorporate it into the everyday life on the sea.  Princeton, New Jersey-based shipping company TOTE, Inc. has taken it a step further. They are revealing two large-scale transporters that will rely solely on LNG. Other ships have […]

Which is best for your shipment? When shipping internationally there are a lot of things that need to be considered. First of which is Ocean Freight or Air Freight. In some cases it is not a choice if you have a short window to get the product to the customer then Air Freight is your […]

What is a freight forwarder? A freight forwarder is an agent for the exporter in moving cargo to an overseas destination and can be an integral part of your logistics plan. Their expertise in ocean freight and air freight as well as all of the paperwork involved can make your export and import business run […]

Over the years beachcombers have found more than seashells along the shoreline. Back in 2002, three containers fell from a cargo ship just off the shore of North Carolina dumping more than 33,000 Nike sneakers into the ocean. These shoes eventually started washing ashore in the Pacific Northwest unfortunately the sneakers weren’t tied together so […]

If you are new to the international logistics business and looking to start as an importer or exporter it is very important that you find a strong freight forwarder as a logistics partner. Freight forwarders are professionally trained agents that work to organize shipments for individuals and companies looking to ship internationally. Freight forwarders can […]

The Miami metropolitan area was ranked the fifth largest export market in the U.S. in 2010 and now in 2012 the U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the establishment of PortMiami as a new Foreign-Trade Zone. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) were created in the United States to provide special customs procedures to U.S. plants engaged in […]

Ten years ago the West Coast was literally shut down when the Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) talks to strike a new labor deal couldn’t be agreed upon. The ramifications were felt instantly and did their part to stagger the United States’ economy and economic growth, resulting in billions of dollars in […]

Have you ever wondered what the logistical procsess of moving goods across the globe looks like?  Many of the ports now offer real-time camera feeds of their shipping ports, including our favorite of the Panama Canal and its several locks. The Panama Canal is unique in that it must lift and lower ships into two […]

Common logistics terms can seem very confusing if you are not familiar with import and export terminology or general freight shipping. Don't be overwhelmed.  We've put together a list of common words and phrases to make your shipping experience fluid. Here are some of the more important and widely used terms and phrases and help […]

In the digital, instant gratification, “Gotta have it now” world we live in, there is one thing that frightens everyone from iPhone buyers, to International food connoisseurs: A total logistics breakdown. From start to finish, the Supply chain is always one wrong turn or broken part away from a disappointed consumer. The process from start […]

DRT International is proud to announce that they will begin offering new service to Colombia. This means service to the ports of Cartagena, Barranquilla, and 7 others. Cartagena is Colombia’s largest import/export location by far. It is known as the “Gateway to the Americas” because of it’s large shipping industry and well placed location. Aside […]

In the world of successful shipping, being a smart, confident decision maker when it comes to logistics is paramount. Spend too much time focusing on one sole aspect, and risk neglecting another. Spend too much money in one avenue of business, and watch as another begins to wither away. But there is a tried and […]

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Global CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) Certificate awarded to Staxxon Folding Steel Shipping Container Staxxon, LLC based out of Montclair, NJ was recently issued CSC Certificate Number USA/MC/101/12 on April 12, 2012 by Marine Container Equipment Certification Corp. The Certificate was issued, and all ratings were established because Staxxon's patented folding/nesting steel container design is […]

DRT International is proud to announce that they have completed the necessary steps to become bonded.  An important step in offering a customer fewer worries and more assurance that their goods will arrive safe and sound, bonding represents a huge step in customer service and quality assurance for DRT International. Customers are now offered peace […]

The other day, a friend stopped me and asked me to explain just how the shipping process goes with International Logistics. “You want me to explain it all right here, right now? On the sidewalk?” I asked. He went on to say that understanding International Logistics was a lot like trying to understand an opera, […]

Trying to determine just how much you can fit into a container, or even if your shipments qualifies for a LCL shipment can be tough.  When trying to figure out just what fits your needs, we can help from start to finish.  Don’t be afraid to draw the dimensions of your goods on a piece […]