Two Cargo Ships Collide, Two Missing
Two cargo ships have collided this morning in the Baltic Sea, with two crew members currently missing.
LA Excess Dwell Fee Delayed
The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles have now delayed the introduction of the 'Container Excess Dwell Fee' for the third week in a row, it will not be…
Holiday Season – Westbound UK Opening Times
Yes, it may be hard to believe, but it's nearly 'that' time of year again. Therefore, it's also time for us to formalise and share Westbound UK's business…
Vancouver Service Update: No pick-ups or drop-offs
Following the huge storm that has battered southern parts of British Columbia, UPS are no longer accepting or collecting any cargo until further notice due to…
Severe Weather Disrupts Road and Rail Through Vancouver
Torrential rain has led to major delays around the port and city of Vancouver in the past 24 hours, which has effectively been cut off from the rest of the…
Another West Coast Port Applies Excess Dwell Fee
The Port of Tacoma, on the US Northwest coast, has followed the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles in introducing a 'Container Excess Dwell Fee'.
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Reminder – Felixstowe Port Unable to accept Empty Returns
As you may have already seen or made aware, various shipping lines are in turn experiencing a port "shut-out" for returning empties, which seems to be rotating…
Container Excess Dwell Fee at Port of Long Beach & Los Angeles
The Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach Commissions has implemented a new ‘Container Excess Dwell Fee’ of $100 increments per container per day.
Vancouver: Port, Warehouse & Fulfilment Delays
Vancouver is fast becoming one of the worst impacted North American regions for congestion and delays.
LA Congestion Leads To Executive Order
Congestion and delays through Los Angeles & Long Beach ports continues, leading to the California Governor signing an Executive Order to address the issue.
Pirates Board MSC Container Ship
The container ship - MSC Lucia - was attacked and boarded by pirates in the Gulf of Guinea yesterday, before they were chased away by the Russian Navy.
Courier Collection Notice: Christmas & New Year Delivery Schedule
Planning deliveries for Christmas and New Year? View the key courier dates in 2021 for the UK and Ireland.
Felixstowe Issues Knock-On To European Ports
Congestion problems at Felixstowe, which are regularly resulting in restitution issues and delays, have led to more pressure at base European ports.