Expedited International Shipping
Expedited international shipping has emerged as a modern trend, as
consumers all around the world require their goods and products to be
delivered as quickly, safely and conveniently as possible. Of course, just like
any industry, whether it’s airline travel, luxury cars, or a hotel – consumers
are willing to spend more for peace of mind. Of course, this would translate
to a high-profile client receiving luxury antiques or art from another country.
Who wouldn’t want to ensure that their purchase was insured and safely
delivered?
Expedited international shipping, of course, has evolved to meet consumer
demand – and as a result – means big money for shipping services.
Whether you are the US Postal Service or DHL; there is clearly a profit to be
made by offering an option for an expedited delivery.
Expedited international shipping also is an interesting industry for another
reason. It is an industry that is subject to all sorts of socio-political
circumstances. We all know that trade is often a sensitive subject when it
comes to international relations. In 2009; China and the US made headlines
by imposing tax tariffs on meat and automotive products, and tires,
respectively. Obviously, what seems as a meaningless spat clearly can boil
over to something bigger, as tariffs can affect deficits, that affect the global
economy. It isn’t limited to just China and the US, either. In 2014; Mexican
cartels began extorting lime farmers – which caused the prices of limes to
increase globally. Therefore, as you can imagine, shipping is an extremely
sensitive economic indicator when it comes to two specific countries.