Did you know that Nigeria is one of the largest exporters of UREA in Africa? With a rich abundance of natural gas reserves, the country has become a key player in the global UREA market. If… Read More

When it comes to exporting goods, choosing the right shipping services is essential for ensuring that your products arrive safely and on time. With so many options available, it can be overw… Read More

With the current hike situation in shipping worldwide, it is only normal if one considers saving on shipping costs, as much as possible. When it comes to shipping heavy or large loads, the… Read More

We realize how complex the different types of cargo descriptions might be as a firm with numerous years of experience in the importing sector. Anyone who is unfamiliar with freight transpor… Read More

This post is coming to you courtesy of our Exportation Professionals and the various feedback we’ve received in recent times regarding the best food product for diversifying your expo… Read More

Complex import and export logistics refers to the movement of goods across international borders, which involves a range of processes and activities, including transportation, customs clear… Read More

In today’s dynamic and rapidly changing global trade market, managing risks in import and export logistics have become a critical aspect of business success. Bowagate Global LTD is a… Read More

When it comes to shipping products, businesses in the Nigerian logistics industry often have to deal with a unique set of challenges. One of these challenges is how to effectively and effic… Read More

Shipments with a high density are those whose weight or volume-to-size ratio is high, such as heavy machinery. The Nigerian logistics industry relies heavily on high-density shipping to tra… Read More

We understand that there may be some confusion or concern when it comes to our sea freight shipping services. To help put your mind at ease, we’ve compiled a Q&A addressing some o… Read More

Booking a sea freight shipment with Bowagate Global Limited is a straightforward process that will help ensure your cargo arrives at its destination safely and on time. In this guide, we&rs&helli…Read More

The retail sale price is important to businesses because it is used to calculate import duty. Import duty is a tax that is levied on goods that are imported into a country. The amount of im… Read More

Exporting from Nigeria to Dubai can be a profitable venture for Nigerian businesses. Dubai is a major hub for trade and commerce in the Middle East and has a strong demand for a variety of… Read More

One of the best ways to earn in Dollars is through exportation. This post shows you how to export food items to the US from Nigeria, and we did mention some very key concerns you must put i… Read More

One of the best ways to earn in Dollars is through exportation. This post shows you how to export food items from Nigeria to the US, and we did mention some very important concerns you must… Read More

The United Kingdom is one of the top importers of food in the world, with a particular demand for Coffee, Tea, Mate, Spices, Plastics, Rubber, etc. Given the current state of the world econ… Read More

Bowagate Global Limited is now in an official membership with JCtrans – The global professional logistics service platform. As a reputable third-party logistics service provider w… Read More

Air freight is an alternative to sea freight shipments. However, the disadvantages of air freight shipping come at a price that most businesses aren’t aware of. Air freight does have… Read More

Let’s talk business. In a world driven by innovation, it is no longer about having the best product but about coming up with products that people will buy.  There are several… Read More

If you run a small scale export business, chances are that you are likely going to consider upgrading to large scale exportation if you know the reasons why large scale export business is b… Read More

If you run a small scale export business, chances are that you are likely going to consider upgrading to large scale exportation if you know the reasons why large scale export business is be… Read More

Everyone who has done business with China knows how complicated it can be. There are literally thousands of details you have to get right if you want your order to go smoothly.  For… Read More

It is very possible to move your loads (personal effects) out of Nigeria to another especially when you’re relocating to stay abroad, for work or on a study abroad mission. The questi… Read More

In maritime shipping, the term FOB is used to describe who is liable for damage to goods when it is in sea transit. In all apparency, the buyer is responsible for damage, and for some reaso… Read More

The exportation business in Nigeria is a lucrative one. This is because the profit you are making from the business is in hard currency (dollars, pounds, or euros). In this post, we share w… Read More

Let’s talk about the logistics behind shipping, shall we? International shipping can be a confusing and challenging process for small business owners—especially those who are re… Read More

We are delighted to share with you details of our participation at the 3 days FIATA HQ Annual Meeting which took off from Tuesday, 17th May 2022 to Thursday 19th May 2022.  The FIAT… Read More

No matter how much experience you have working with shipping containers, you may still feel confused about how container stuffing and de-stuffing work.  What are the differences bet… Read More

No matter how much experience you have working with shipping containers, you may still feel confused about how container stuffing and de-stuffing work.  What are the differences bet… Read More

No matter how much experience you have working with shipping containers, you may still feel confused about how container stuffing and de-stuffing work.  What are the differences betw… Read More

The Customs Authorities and inspection activities at the ports are inseparable, anytime, any day. And if you make any mistake in your record or documentation, you risk facing the snares of… Read More

When it comes to exporting from Nigeria, there are many fundamental concepts that are misunderstood. Some myths about exporting from Nigeria can really cloud your vision and make you a vict… Read More

Bowagate Global is a reputable logistics company that offers shipping services from China to Nigeria. We are familiar with China's and Nigeria's customs… Read More

Though there are quite a good number of Sea Ports in Africa, this post covers our Top Sea Ports in Africa and the reasons which one you should channel your shipments to as well as why. As o… Read More

The exportation business in Nigeria is a lucrative one. This is because the profit you are making from the business is in hard currency (dollars, pounds, or euros). In this post, we share w… Read More

In this post, you would be taken through every information you need about a shipping manifest document. In this post, you would be taken through every details about a manifest document for… Read More

In today’s post, we will be showing you some good reasons to import gift items from Dubai to Nigeria, and also a list of items you can import to Nigeria from Dubai in 2021 – 202… Read More

Just like there are a huge benefits of using letter of credits in International Trade, there are also drawbacks of Using letter of Credits as well. If you’ve ever had to fill out a… Read More

This post focuses on some type of letter of credit.  Have you ever had a challenge differentiating between each type of letter of credit? In a recent article, we discussed 5 common… Read More

Have you ever been confused by what a letter of credit is? Or ever asked why you need it in international trade? or probably wish to understand in detail the various payment methods in inte… Read More

International trade has existed for centuries. As the volume of international business grew, so did the need for certain agreed-upon documentation to regulate transactions. One of these is… Read More

Let’s face it, 4 out of every 10 importers have wondered if it is possible to ship a container directly to Nigeria without using freight forwarders. Yes, no doubt, it will save you… Read More

Here, we will be talking about the difference between carriage paid to (CPT) and carriage and insurance paid (CIP). These are the two most widely used trade terms for sea transport. It i… Read More

In the past, it used to be quite a difficult task to import wholesale electronics for resale from China to Nigeria. In the advent of improved standards of the internet, there are several po… Read More

When it comes to importing wholesale electronics from China, Nigeria is a lucrative market. The country has the world’s third-largest population and its economy is growing at almost 6… Read More

Bowa-Gate Global Ltd now Registered Member of the World Cargo Alliance. Bowa-Gate Global Limited has again obtained a new feat having been approved a Member of the World Cargo Alliance (… Read More

This post is for you if you are searching for what to import from Turkey to Nigeria, whether for the purpose of reselling (wholesale or retail), or to build a big brand. If you are consi… Read More

Did you know that Customs is empowered by law to auction overtime cargoes so as to free up space in the port and also recover government revenue? Overtime cargo in Nigeria is a real-time bo… Read More

Warehousing is one of the backbones of the supply chain as it is directly related to the management of customers and customer service. It centres hold a special place in the heart of log… Read More

A freight forwarder performs the business of shipping and moving of the clients’ perishable and non-perishable goods internationally. There are different methods in which the prices a… Read More

Are you into the importation or exportation of large scale frozen food business or have any particular legitimate dealings that involve importing or exporting perishable items such as froze… Read More

You probably also wondered how products like pens, phones, eyeglasses, and other plastic products all started. Every single such product started as either powder forms or resin pellets and… Read More

In international trade, there are cases where goods or items imported are carried out temporarily for a particular purpose. These items are special and serve within a brief period, and are… Read More

In international trade, there are cases where goods or items imported are carried out temporarily for a particular purpose. These items are special and serve within a brief period, and are… Read More

In international importation, especially where items imported are totally or partially suspended, there are cases where goods or items imported are carried out temporarily for a particular… Read More

Some times ago, some clients asked us how to go about with Charcoal Exportation, so we have decided to share with you this essential guide. How to start charcoal exportation business i… Read More

Every single day welcomes new search for professional freight forwarding agents or companies to either kickstart new shipping/logistics experience or probably replace an existing Forwarder… Read More

The world is currently dealing with a situation that was birthed by a threatening virus. Currently, its effect on international trade, especially in logistics, has welcomed everyone to a ne… Read More

Direct Shipping and Air Cargo Consolidation (also called ‘Consol’ – in short) are some of the oldest means of shipping by air. In this post, we go a bit detailed in differ… Read More

Do you have frozen and/or perishable items to import to Nigeria? There is no point being afraid your perishable and frozen foods might get spoilt before they reach Nigeria. Importing perish… Read More

In one of our posts, we talked briefly about the possibility of delay in delivery of goods in Nigeria, most especially in the yuletide. In this post, we delve in with a bit deeper context… Read More

The year 2020 has been extremely eventful. From the worldwide pandemic which necessitated a compulsory total lockdown in the entire world between February and August 2020, to the current N… Read More

It is already a fact that no importer or exporter moves around internationally without having an encounter with the Customs officers. Most times, you sail through without issues, but others… Read More

We understand some particular challenges faced in choosing a suitable sea shipping mode. This post will help you decide which one is the most suitable sea shipping type for your next shippi… Read More

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Reading Time: 4 minutes Have you ever heard the term ‘Telex Release’ or maybe ‘Bill of Lading‘? In international trade, there are thousands of shipping terms ci… Read More

To avoid problems during international trades, you are required to pay serious attention to every information when preparing international documents. On this note, you want to understan… Read More

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Reading Time: 3 minutesDifference Between Air waybill and Bill of Lading What Is an Air Waybill (AWB)? An Airwaybill (AWB) is a document that accompanies goods when shipped by an internatio… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Have you heard of the saying that HS codes will soon become a fact of life? In the real sense, traders in various countries may have no option than to depend on HS… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesReasons Why Freight Rate Fluctuates Freight Rate fluctuates! Some times, it goes up, other times, it goes down. The best part would be that some times, it is predicta… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Have you ever encountered fake delivery agents? Do you seek a Registered, reliable, faster delivery service company? Then you should take a look at Bowagate Pickup a… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes No doubt, quite a lot of clients have called in to inquire about the situation with present cargo flights and our company activities within the COVID-19 pandemic. T… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Although a lot of folks think that the COVID-19 has killed mini importation and other eCommerce business models such as dropshipping, affiliate marketing, email m… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutesIn the course of international shipping, be it from China, the United States of America or any part of the world, import duties and taxes are calculated on your shipm… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes We have been receiving loads of questions about import duty on medical supplies and other instruments. Customers have asked about the possibilities of importing thes… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Shipping Medical and Food Materials has been expectedly on the rise to help cushion the effect of the pandemics on the suffering populace. Apparently, the issue o… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutesTalking about the commercial invoice, you would be dealing with a nomenclature otherwise known as shipping invoice, or final invoice. The commercial invoice, amo… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes If you are seasoned importer using our services, you would readily have been informed about SONCAP requirements in Nigeria, or come across it somehow, somewhere els… Read More

Reading Time: 6 minutesFirstly, we understand the scourge of COVID-19 is hard on the world economy presently. It is, unfortunately, taking lots of lives in many countries. It has also rende… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Demurrage and Detention These two words Demurrage and Detention gets people confused most of the time. To make it easier, demurrage relates to container storage at t… Read More

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Reading Time: 5 minutes Over time, visitors and clients have had the course to ask some mind buggling questions that begged for answers and solutions. Some of these questions have raised i… Read More

Reading Time: 6 minutesThe benefits of Air Freight Consolidation in Nigeria can never be over-emphasized. With our analysis, you should, by the end of reading this post, be able to determin… Read More

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