Guides to air freight, ocean freight and customs
Practical knowledge on the questions customers ask us most often. Briefly explained and up to date with the current rules.
Shipping lithium batteries by air: what applies in 2026
Lithium batteries are among the most common dangerous goods in air freight. Since 1 January 2026 the 67th edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations has applied, with one important change: batteries packed with equipment may now only fly with a limited state of charge.
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Incoterms 2020 explained: who pays, who is liable, who clears customs
The Incoterms of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) define where risk passes from seller to buyer and who takes care of transport, insurance and customs. Choosing them correctly avoids disputes and unexpected costs.
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Container and ULD dimensions at a glance
Whether your goods fit into a container or onto an air cargo pallet decides price and routing. Here are the common dimensions for ocean and air freight.
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Pharma shipping at 2–8 °C: keeping the cold chain intact
Many medicines, vaccines and biologics must stay between 2 and 8 °C throughout. Even short deviations can make an entire shipment unusable. Packaging, routing and complete documentation are what count.
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New customs rules since July 2026: what has changed for imports
In 2026 the EU fundamentally changed the rules for importing low-value consignments and adopted a major customs reform. Online sellers shipping from third countries to consumers in the EU are hit hardest.
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