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Updates from Viking Group — ship chandlery, logistics and customs brokerage in Azerbaijan.
From the ports, the road and the warehouse
What Is a Ship Chandler? A Practical Guide for Vessel Operators in Azerbaijan
A ship chandler supplies vessels with everything they need in port — from fresh provisions to spare parts and services. Here is how ship chandlery works at Azerbaijan’s ports.
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How to Order Ship Provisions at Azerbaijan’s Ports: A Step-by-Step Guide
From the requisition list to delivery alongside: the steps that make a provisions order fast, accurate and stress-free for the crew and the ship manager.
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IMPA Codes Explained: Why They Matter When You Order Marine Stores
The IMPA code is a six-digit number that identifies marine stores worldwide. Using it on your requisitions means faster quotes and the right item on delivery day.
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Fresh, Frozen and Dry: Planning Crew Provisions for a Caspian Voyage
Good food keeps a crew healthy and motivated. How to balance fresh, frozen and dry provisions, plan quantities and respect a multinational crew’s needs.
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Life-Saving and Fire-Fighting Equipment on Board: What Ship Managers Should Keep in Check
Life jackets, lifebuoys, liferafts, extinguishers and gas detectors: the safety equipment every vessel relies on — and why regular inspection and resupply matter.
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Maintenance in Port: Services a Ship Chandler Can Arrange While Your Vessel Is Alongside
A port call is the ideal moment for repairs, cleaning and inspections. Here are the on-board services a chandler coordinates — and how to plan them.
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The Ports of Azerbaijan: An Overview for Shippers and Ship Operators
From Alat to Baku Bay, Sangachal, Hovsan and Shikh — a quick guide to the port areas on Azerbaijan’s Caspian coast where cargo and vessels are handled.
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The Middle Corridor: What the Trans-Caspian Route Means for Logistics Through Azerbaijan
The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route links China and Central Asia with Europe via the Caspian Sea and Azerbaijan. Here is why it matters for your supply chain.
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Sea, Road or Air? How to Choose the Right Freight Mode for Your Shipment
Cost, speed, cargo type and route all shape the decision. A practical comparison of sea, road and air freight for shipments to and from Azerbaijan.
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FCL vs LCL: Full Container or Shared Container — Which Is Right for You?
Full Container Load and Less than Container Load each have their place. Compare cost, speed and risk to choose the right option for your cargo.
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Ro-Ro Shipping Explained: Moving Vehicles and Wheeled Cargo by Sea
Roll on / roll off vessels let cars, trucks and machinery drive straight on board. How Ro-Ro works, what it suits and how to prepare your vehicle.
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Refrigerated Freight: Keeping the Cold Chain Intact From Origin to Destination
Food, pharmaceuticals and other temperature-sensitive goods need an unbroken cold chain. How reefer transport works and where things usually go wrong.
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Shipping Dangerous Goods: What Shippers Need to Know Before Booking
Fuels, chemicals, batteries and gases are classed as dangerous goods. An introduction to classification, packaging, documents and the role of your forwarder.
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Incoterms® 2020 in Plain English: Who Pays, Who Insures, Who Clears Customs?
EXW, FCA, FOB, CIF, DAP, DDP and more — the eleven Incoterms rules explained simply, with tips for importers and exporters in Azerbaijan.
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Customs Clearance in Azerbaijan: The Documents Importers and Exporters Need
Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, certificates and the right HS code — a practical checklist for smooth customs clearance.
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HS Codes Explained: How to Classify Your Goods Correctly for Customs
The Harmonized System code decides duty rates, required certificates and statistics. How HS classification works and why getting it right saves money.
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Temporary Import, Inward and Outward Processing: Special Customs Procedures Explained
Not every shipment is a simple import or export. Special customs procedures can suspend or reduce duties for goods that are re-exported, processed or used temporarily.
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Cross-Border Road Freight From Azerbaijan: Samur, Gazakh and Beyond
Road freight links Azerbaijan with Russia, Georgia and further markets. How cross-border trucking works and how to prepare for the land border crossings at Samur and Gazakh.
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Air Freight From and to Baku: When Speed Justifies the Cost
Air cargo is the fastest way to move goods internationally. When to choose it, how chargeable weight works and how to keep air freight costs under control.
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Cargo Insurance: Why Every Shipment Deserves Cover
Carrier liability is limited and rarely covers the full value of your goods. How cargo insurance works, what it covers and how Incoterms decide who should buy it.
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