International Transport
Introduction
Transport and distribution are key considerations when planning for international trade. Choosing the right mode of transport is essential to ensure your import or export operation is efficient and cost-effective.
There are four ways of importing and exporting - road, rail, air and sea - although you may need to use more than one type of transport. When making your choices, you will also need to decide whether to handle logistics by yourself, or outsource the work to a freight forwarder.
Related articles
The following articles examine each mode of transport and provides an overview of the issues you must address. They identifiy which regulations must be complied with and explain how to manage a freight forwarder.