Freight Basics

Mainfreight Japan is ready to move your cargo

Posted on 16 September 2019

Our team in Japan knows their business and is ready to help yours! Our team offers a full spectrum of Air & Ocean services, including Airfreight, Ocean LCL & FCL, customs services, logistics, transportation and consolidations. Our comprehensive package of supply chain solutions enables you to optimize and visualize your supply chain performance and add the value to your product, addressing the global market challenges of today.

Freight Basics - Glossary - Abbreviations

Posted on 22 May 2018

Freight abbreviations got you confused? Can't remember the difference between BAF and FAF? We've put together a glossary of these terms to have you talking like an expert in no time

Freight Basics - Glossary - Terminology

Posted on 22 May 2018

Freight shipping involves many different terms, learn what these mean to you here in our terminology glossary

3PL Warehousing vs DIY Warehousing

Posted on 1 November 2017

Have you wondered why people partner with 3PL providers to handle their warehousing? Find out what you need to consider and what you can benefit from by using professional supply chain solutions.

Freight Basics - What you need to know about NZ Biosecurity

Posted on 27 October 2017

New Zealand’s trade industry is growing on a daily basis. As an importer or an exporter there are few things you need to consider to make sure your goods can smoothly flow across the borders.

Freight Basics | Tips to avoid extra costs with container freight

Posted on 26 September 2017

Hidden costs in container freight can become quite the surprise when the final invoice arrives – here are some tips to understanding some extra costs that may arise when importing container freight.

Freight Basics - Do you need freight insurance?

Posted on 13 October 2015

Freight insurance is something you should consider when moving freight. We have put together some key points about insurance that can be helpful to you and your business.

Freight Basics - Airline Unit Specifications

Posted on 6 October 2015

Have you wondered how freight is loaded into planes for airfreight? Find out what you need to know about the airline units we use to move your freight.

Freight Basics - Shipping Container Specifications

Posted on 14 May 2015

Understanding shipping container specifications will help you find the best container to suit your cargo

Freight Basics - Get Prepared for the Holiday Season

Posted on 3 November 2014

The pressures of managing your supply chain over the holiday season can be a trap for beginners. Check out our freight basics advice to help you prepare for the silly season.

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Mainfreight Japan is ready to move your cargo

Posted on 16 September 2019

Freight Basics - Glossary - Abbreviations

Posted on 22 May 2018

Freight Basics - Glossary - Terminology

Posted on 22 May 2018

3PL Warehousing vs DIY Warehousing

Posted on 1 November 2017

Freight Basics - What you need to know about NZ Biosecurity

Posted on 27 October 2017

Freight Basics | Tips to avoid extra costs with container freight

Posted on 26 September 2017

Freight Basics - Do you need freight insurance?

Posted on 13 October 2015

Freight Basics - Airline Unit Specifications

Posted on 6 October 2015

Freight Basics - Shipping Container Specifications

Posted on 14 May 2015

Freight Basics - Get Prepared for the Holiday Season

Posted on 3 November 2014

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