Global Container Volumes Rise As Asia–Europe Trade Loses Momentum
According to recent reports, global container volumes have been rising in recent months, although volumes on the Asia–Europe trade lane have begun to lose…
Selected Eastbound Services Resume Through Red Sea As Risks Ease
Two major ocean freight carriers within The Ocean Alliance have now confirmed plans to route selected eastbound services from Europe to Asia through the Suez…
Government Confirms End Of Duty Exemption On Low Value Goods
The UK has confirmed that it will abolish the de minimis rule that currently allows low-value goods to enter the country without customs duty.
Office & Warehouse Hours For The Holiday Season 2025
With Christmas and New Year almost upon us once more, and the Westbound team embracing the festive mood, it's time to share our office and warehouse opening…
New ICS2 Security Regulations For Exports To EU From January
From January 1st, all road and rail shipments entering or transiting through the EU will be subject to new safety and security regulations under ICS2 — the…
Port Congestion Issues Persist Despite Recent Improvements
Port congestion remains one of the most persistent challenges facing global supply chain operations as we head towards 2026.
EU Plots Crackdown on Cheap Imports as De Minimis End In Sight
The European Union has voted to end its de minimis exemption for the import of low-value duty free goods, with changes expected as early as next year.
Supreme Court Weighs Trump’s Tariff Powers: What’s at Stake?
Last week, the US Supreme Court considered the Trump administration’s appeal of two lower court rulings that struck down the legality of his broad tariff…
Red Sea Sees First Mega Container Ship In Two Years
An Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) has just successfully transited the Suez Canal and the Red Sea for the first time in nearly two years.
Deadly Cargo Plane Crash At Louisville’s Main Airport
A cargo aircraft tragically crashed at Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport yesterday, resulting in the deaths of at least seven people.
US Tariffs: Positive Asia Developments But Court Case Looms
The past week has brought significant developments in the Trump administration’s trade policy for Asian nations.
A Return To The Red Sea Seems Unlikely Despite Ceasefire Progress
As the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East continues to hold, the likelihood of Asia–European ocean freight services returning to the Red Sea remains slim for…
Cargo Plane Crashes Into The Sea At Hong Kong Airport
Two ground workers tragically lost their lives after a cargo aircraft overshot the runway and plunged into the sea during an early morning landing at Hong Kong…
China Introduces Reciprocal Port Fees on US Vessels
Beijing has introduced reciprocal port fees for American vessels entering Chinese ports, mirroring recent measures imposed by the USTR on Chinese ships and…