The Importance of Cut-off Times

I’ve been noticing lately how cut-off times for cargo booking can make or break a shipment schedule. For instance, a delay of just a couple of hours can lead to missed sailings, which in turn complicates on-time delivery commitments. What are some of the craziest cut-off time experiences you’ve had in freight forwarding?

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