Exciting developments are on the horizon. The Heathrow Airport expansion is gaining speed, and for logistics customers this means greater opportunities, improved capacity and stronger global connections ahead.   Lifting Off: A Faster Path to Expansion The Department for Transport has launched a fast-track review of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS), paving the way for the long-awaited third runway at Heathrow. The updated framework is expected to be completed thre

Big news for British trade...   The UK and India have finalised a major trade agreement that promises to open up new opportunities for exporters and importers on both sides. After three years of negotiation, the deal is being described by the UK government as a “landmark agreement” that will strengthen economic ties and boost growth.   What the deal means The agreement will make it easier for UK firms to export products such as whisky, cars and luxury goods to India, while al

Change is in the air for UK freight. The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has released a new version of its Standard Trading Conditions (STC), replacing the 2021 edition. Designed to reflect today’s fast-changing trading landscape, the update comes as customs activities grow and global trade continues to face new challenges.   Adapting to modern trade BIFA says the latest review was driven by the need to keep contracts fair, balanced and compliant. The 2025 ed

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A landmark trade agreement between the UK and United States has been finalised, delivering major tariff reductions and opening new...

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Emirates SkyCargo is expanding. With global demand for its cargo services soaring, the airline is stepping up by adding two more Boeing...

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If you regularly send parcels from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, there's an important update coming your way. From March 31, 2025,...

Etihad Cargo has announced a significant expansion to its winter schedule, introducing enhanced belly hold cargo capacity across its...

Container spot freight rates showed little change in November, as carriers’ mid-November rate hikes appear to have fallen short.   The...

With less than two months to go before the Gemini Cooperation launches its first sailings, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have announced a...

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Germany has announced the implementation of stricter border controls at all of its land borders, starting 16 September 2024. These...

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What’s the incentive for adopting green practices? It’s all down to gaining a competitive advantage. Latest Bifa Report A recent report...

Reports of renewed ceasefire discussions between Israel and Hamas have impacted container futures indices. An unsettled market On the...