Friday – Storm Eunice Impacting Logistics
As Storm Eunice starts to batter the south of the UK, we are already witnessing the impact on logistics.
Should We Prepare For High Rates As The New Normal?
Freight and ancillary costs across many trades and transport modes have continued to be much higher than they were in previous years. This makes us wonder…
Chinese New Year Holiday
Production has effectively stopped in China as factories close and its people ready themselves for this year's Spring Festival, a public holiday that lasts for…
Yantian – The Latest Port With Delays
The Port of Yantian is the latest Chinese port to be struggling with congestion issues and has introduced new measures.
China – Ocean Freight Port Update
Chinese ports are being impacted by regional lockdowns and localised measures to combat covid, with the Omicron variant now spreading.
China – Import LCL Dates Around CNY
This year's Chinese New Year falls on February 1st, which commences the annual 7 day public holiday and 2/3 week lag in exports.
Increase To Vancouver Fulfilment Costs
Following the recent storm issues experienced in British Columbia, we have witnessed logistics costs rising throughout the state and impacting our fulfilment…
Covid Protocols Leads To Major Ningbo/Shanghai Disruption
Covid outbreaks in Zhejiang province have led to the introduction of new protocols for Ningbo port, which is causing further congestion and major disruption…
Customs legislation – what’s changing?
All goods entering the UK from 1st January 2022 must have been cleared prior to their arrival.
Factory Closures In China’s Zhejiang Province
Lockdowns have impacted China’s Zhejiang province during the past week, which has resulted in multiple factory closures throughout the region.
Pirates Kidnap Containership Crew Members
Many independent news reports are suggesting that at least six crew members from the containership ‘Tonsberg’ have been kidnapped in the Gulf of Guinea, with…
Service Schedules From Asia At Lowest Ebb
Ocean freight schedule reliability from Asia to Europe appears to be at its lowest ebb right now, due to delays in China and Europe.
Holiday Season – China Offices Opening Times
It’s that time of year again! With 2021 drawing to a close, please find below our China office’s opening hours.
US House Convincingly Passes Ocean Shipping Reform Bill
An ocean freight reform bill has passed its first test in congress, after receiving a convincing 364 votes (against 60) in the US House of Representatives.