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What India’s Exporters Need to Know About Israel–Iran Tensions
What India’s Exporters Need to Know About Israel–Iran Tensions Introduction Amid rising global tension, Israel and Iran continue trading strikes, reigniting regional tensions and putting two of India’s main shipping routes—the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea corridor—on edge. It is still too early to say, but if
India–UK Free Trade Agreement: Emerging Trade Opportunities
Agreement Summary The India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on May 6, 2025, is set to start taking effect within 12 months. It removes tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK and significantly lowers duties on key British imports—such as Scotch whisky and automobiles—thereby unlocking extensive new trade corridors. This
New U.S. Tariffs and India: A Shift Towards Opportunity
On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a new wave of reciprocal tariffs intended to rectify the imbalance of trade for the United States, estimated at 1.2 trillion dollars. The policy introduced a two-step tariff structure by slapping a 10% base tariff on all imports, effective April 5, followed
Wake-up Call: How Disasters like Earthquakes can Disrupt Global Supply Chains?
The recent earthquake impacting Myanmar and Thailand, with a tragic loss of life exceeding 2,000, has brought before us the reality of how vulnerable supply chains and trade networks like all economic activity, are to natural disasters. While Thailand’s core global supply chains have shown relative resilience and the impact
LCL Consolidation: A Smarter Way to Ship Your Cargo
If you’re in the business of shipping goods, you already know how crazy expensive it can get—especially when you don’t have enough cargo to fill a whole container. That’s where LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidation comes in, saving you money and making your logistics way easier. No need to
The Indian Freight Scenario in 2025: Navigating a Volatile Global Ocean Freight Landscape
As the global ocean freight market becomes increasingly dynamic, Indian shippers must prepare to navigate a complex landscape shaped by global disruptions and shifting trade patterns. In 2025, supply chain volatility will persist due to geopolitical tensions, disruptions in critical shipping lanes, and evolving trade alliances, all of which have
Incoterms Explained [Guide 2024] | Tiger Logistics
Navigating the complexities of international trade can be daunting. One essential tool that facilitates smooth transactions between importers and exporters is Incoterms. Incoterms, short for International Commercial Terms, are standardized terms used in sales contracts to define the responsibilities and liabilities of buyers and sellers throughout the shipping process. This
The Importance of Palletization in Modern Logistics
Palletization is a crucial logistics process that involves placing goods on a pallet to consolidate the load, making it easier for handling equipment to transport it. This method not only facilitates transportation but also ensures the protection of merchandise from the start of palletization to its final destination, maintaining the
Unlocking the World: Understanding International Logistics
In an era where global connectivity drives commerce and trade, the realm of international logistics stands as the silent yet essential backbone of cross-border exchange. From the bustling ports to the airspace above, international logistics orchestrates the seamless movement of goods and services across nations. But what exactly is international