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Container shipping

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CFR vs CPT: Key Differences, Costs and Which One to Choose

CFR is sea-only with risk on board the vessel; CPT covers any mode with risk at the first carrier. Follow a container from Dhaka to Hamburg and see which term fits your route.

By Nourin Tabassum8 November 20269 min read

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FOB vs CIP: Key Differences, Costs and Which One to Choose

FOB leaves insurance to the buyer; CIP makes the seller buy Clause A cover. Here is how the two terms differ on cost, risk and mode.

By Naim Islam6 November 20268 min read

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FOB vs CPT: Key Differences, Costs and Which One to Choose

FOB is sea-only and delivers on board; CPT works for any mode and delivers at the first carrier. Here is how the costs and the risk split, with a worked example.

By Nourin Tabassum6 November 20267 min read