Shanghai – Lockdown Eases But Not Out Of the Woods
The ongoing lockdown in Shanghai and subsequent blanking of sailings may hinder the progress that has recently been made in the Asia/European ocean freight…
Delays At Dover & Calais Currently Impacting Road Freight
Delays are being experienced on all European road freight movements through the Dover/Calais ferry route at the moment.
One Year After Suez And Ever Forward Grounded
It is one year since the 'Ever Given' blocked the Suez Canal and disrupted world trade and now the 'Ever Forward' is grounded on the US East Coast.
Shanghai Lockdowns : Ocean and Air Disruption
The city of Shanghai has entered the first of a two stage lockdown due to an increase in Covid cases, which is expected to lead to more delays on both ocean…
Collection Issues For Vancouver FBA Orders
Collections for Amazon FBA (Fulfilment By Amazon) orders in the Vancouver region are currently being refused by nominated carrier UPS.
European Delays Due to P&O Ferries And Strikes
The European road freight industry is currently experiencing delays due to P&O cancelling ferry services and a truck driver strike in Spain, which may escalate…
New Infographics Added To The Westbound Site
Since launching the new Westbound site last year, we are always looking at ways of improving user experience.
COVID-19: Millions Face Lockdowns, With Shanghai And Shenzhen Impacted
Shipments through the ports of Shanghai, Shenzhen and Yantian are expected to be subject to major disruption during the next week or so, as millions in China…
Rising Fuel Prices, Ocean Freight & UK Transport
Low-sulphur bunker prices have increased dramatically this month - soaring by a third since the end of February - which is likely to impact ocean freight…
Ukraine Conflict Impacting Logistics
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has already started to impact logistics further afield. While we are only a few days into the hostilities, we have summarised…
Canada Impacted By Protests – USA Next?
Following weeks of demonstrations in Canada, against mandatory vaccines for cross border truckers, the US may be next as protest groups emerge.
Pimp My Stride: The Three Peaks Challenge
James, Sam, Tom, Lauren, Victoria, Adam & Scott will be tackling The Three Peaks Challenge in 24 hours, on 18th-19th June 2022 to raise money for Cancer…
China Port Update Post Chinese New Year
It was hoped that the Chinese New Year would bring a much needed circuit break for struggling Chinese ports, which to some extent it has.
Friday – Storm Eunice Impacting Logistics
As Storm Eunice starts to batter the south of the UK, we are already witnessing the impact on logistics.