Heavy Lift Cargo Logistics Planning

Shipping delays happen for many reasons: shipping lines change routes, port closures due to weather, strikes, container shortages, customs holds. Always leave at least one week buffer in delivery dates. Split important orders across multiple containers.

FOB and CIF are the most commonly confused Incoterms. Under FOB, risk transfers to the buyer once goods pass the ship's rail. Under CIF, you handle freight and insurance to destination. CIF seems better but you also bear freight fluctuation risk.