Cargo Express Case Study: Descartes GLN for Ocean Freight Visibility

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Cargo Express Case Study: Descartes GLN for Ocean Freight Visibility

Case study showing how Cargo Express used Descartes GLN to gain real-time visibility into ocean shipments from China factories to US distribution centers.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Cargo Express implemented Descartes Global Logistics Network to replace manual processes and partner-dependent data with direct, real-time shipment visibility. The solution enabled EDI-944 warehouse receipts and EDI-940 shipping orders between a major shoe manufacturer's factories, consolidation facility, and US distribution center. Benefits included 8-10% load factor improvement, 30% shift to lower-cost routes, and major reductions in demurrage charges.

Key takeaways

Real-time EDI messaging replaced manual data handoffs between factories, consolidation points, and distribution centers

8-10% load factor improvement achieved by shifting to larger containers and combining multi-site freight

30% of volumes moved to longer-transit, lower-cost ocean routes instead of mini-landbridge services

Demurrage charges reduced significantly through advance visibility into container availability and demand

Descartes GLN serves as VAN connecting shippers to 90+ ocean carriers and customs agencies for compliance messaging

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