Why Global Freight Remains Unpredictable: What UK Businesses Need to Know
Global freight has always been affected by factors outside a business's control. Weather, fuel prices, political events and changes
China’s Ports Are Under Pressure: What It Means for UK Supply Chains
China's major container ports are facing significant congestion just weeks before the country's Golden Week holiday, creating another layer
Why Weather Monitoring Matters for International Shipping: What UK Importers and Exporters Need to Know
Recent typhoon activity across eastern China has once again highlighted how quickly severe weather can affect international shipping. Shanghai
China–Europe Arctic Shipping: What the New Route Means for the Future of Global Freight
A new seasonal shipping service between China and the UK is bringing Arctic shipping another step closer to becoming
Strait of Hormuz Disruption: What Maersk’s New Surcharges Mean for UK Importers and Exporters
Global supply chains are once again facing disruption, with shipping giant Maersk introducing an additional US$1,000 per container surcharge
Red Sea Shipping Routes Begin to Recover: What It Means for Global Trade and UK Businesses
The ocean freight industry has faced significant disruption over the past two years as security concerns in the Red
Red Sea Shipping Routes Begin to Reopen: What It Means for UK Importers and Exporters
After almost two years of disruption, there are encouraging signs that global container shipping is beginning to return to
Global Shipping Disruption Continues Despite Iran Peace Deal
After more than three months of disruption caused by the conflict between the United States and Iran, global markets
New EU Van Transport Rules from July 2026: What UK Importers and Exporters Need to Know
From 1 July 2026, significant changes to EU transport regulations will come into force for vans and light commercial
MSC’s New Red Sea Shipping Service | What It Means for UK Importers & Exporters
Global shipping lines continue to adapt to ongoing disruption in the Red Sea, and one of the latest developments