Episode 31: Navigating the Jargon: Understanding Shipping & Logistics Terms

07/07/2025 14 min
Episode 31: Navigating the Jargon: Understanding Shipping & Logistics Terms

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Send us a text In this episode of Holding the Line: A Logistics at a Crossroads Podcast, Gia breaks down essential terms in the shipping and logistics industry that often get overlooked. From ETA vs ETD and LCL vs FCL to MAWB vs HAWB, Gia explains the jargon that drives global trade and logistics operations. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about how goods get from point A to point B, this episode will give you the knowledge you need to better understand the logistics world.Key Takeaways:The difference between ETA and ETD and why it mattersLCL vs FCL and choosing the right container loadUnderstanding MAWB and HAWB in airfreightHow these terms impact the efficiency of global trade and logisticsSupport the show🎧 New episodes every week. Follow Logistics at a Crossroads on your favorite podcast platform. 📬 Want to connect? Find me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/reginahunter Visit the blog: giakat.blogspot.com

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