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Masterpiece International Launches its LCL Advantage Service

April 4, 2023

Unmatched industry expertise gives Masterpiece customers an advantage in the marketplace

(New York, NY) – Masterpiece is excited to announce its LCL Advantage Service, a distinctive solution that will help stabilize supply chains amid ever-changing capacity and uncertain markets. Traditionally, Less than a Container-Load (LCL) services allow customers to only pay for the volume of their shipment, not unused space, while giving them the flexibility to move their cargo whenever and wherever is needed. Masterpiece LCL Advantage takes this to another level by offering:

  • Improved Transit Time: Less freight congestion and direct moves, eliminating multiple touch points for quicker delivery, on average 3-5 days faster than typical LCL services.
  • Expedited Delivery: Upgraded service for urgent shipments with product and service teams synchronizing transfers and devanning on schedule.
  • More Control: Masterpiece’s LCL Service ties directly to their online visibility platform Atlas, so shippers and consignees can manage shipments and forecast future bookings, with complete visibility and more flexibility.
  • Cost Advantage: Established network and process for optimization that helps reduce costs for its customers.
  • Sustainability: Consolidating shipments reduces carbon emissions by increasing container utilization.

“This isn’t your typical LCL service offering,” said Thomas Gilgen, President of Masterpiece International Logistics Solutions. “We build our own consol boxes – these exclusive bookings ensure reliable transit times and attractive rates for our customers’ shipments, enhancing their supply chain resiliency and predictability.”

Masterpiece’s Priority Ocean Services Group leverages a global network and skilled workforce to optimize ocean freight builds with efficient operations, creating maximum value for their customers. Plus, they can easily integrate LCL Advantage with any of their service offerings, getting products to market even faster. Masterpiece International’s managed Interior Point Intermodal (IPI) network provides comprehensive coverage from origins in China and Taiwan to destinations throughout North America.

About Masterpiece International

Masterpiece is part of the Magnate Worldwide service offering. Magnate is a diversified supply chain management company, comprised of a unique portfolio of complementary, premium logistics services focused on Mission Critical Domestic, Fine Arts, and Global Freight Forwarding. Masterpiece provides international logistics services through offices located in major international shipping hubs throughout the U.S. Founded in 1989, Masterpiece has leveraged its unique expertise with highly complex air, ocean, and ground shipments to develop a full suite of premium logistics services for a broad range of industries, providing each customer high-touch exceptional service. To learn more, visit  www.masterpieceintl.com. 

Press Contact:
Becky Wheeler
Telephone: +1 971.339.7625
Email: media@magnateworldwide.com

Tariff Updates:
  • EU and U.S. tariff implementation: The Council moved forward with negotiating mandates to implement tariff elements of the recent EU–U.S. joint statement, a step toward reducing import duties and creating tariff-quota rules.
  • U.S. tariff policy legal and policy actions: U.S. tariff policy is in transition as legal challenges move through the courts, with decisions that could determine whether certain duties stay in place or are overturned. With potential cost impacts and even possible refunds on the line.
  • EU carbon-border measures may be delayed and expanded: The European Commission may delay new carbon border proposals, which could expand tariffs to more products, until mid-December.
  • Global trade policy activity: Last month, Global Trade Alert reported hundreds of new trade and industrial policy measures worldwide, from shifting tariffs to fresh subsidies and trade defense actions. These changes could directly affect costs, market access, and compliance for exporters and importers, making it essential to stay informed.
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