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A world of opportunity awaits when considering exporting products from the UK to the USA. According to the stats from COMTRADE, the value of UK exports to the USA was US$57.72 billion in 2020. Many UK manufacturers see the potential of the US...

With the Australian and UK governments pursuing a free trade agreement, Australia has become an attractive market for a range of UK businesses. Australia has a similar legal framework to the UK and few barriers to entry. If your business is...

If you've looked into shipping cargo by sea, you've likely had to decide whether you’d use Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping. During transport, sea freight is kept safe within crates or containers; when you choose...

Supply chain management is a crucial element of any modern business. Organisations investing in their supply chains achieve superior growth than their industry's standard. By investing in your supply chains you can create cost savings, boost...

One of the most significant benefits of booking ocean freight shipments from a reputable team like WTA is the extra flexibility, efficiency, and transparency you gain. Ocean freight forwardings offered by WTA allow you to focus on your services and...

Whether you're a buyer or a seller, you may have come across several terms used liberally throughout the order and shipping process when looking to ship goods internationally. Before ordering or selling, it's worth educating yourself on what these...

Logistics is a significant expense for many businesses; depending on the size of your company and the products you sell, you could be spending 11% of your sales revenue or more on warehousing and transportation. Most companies treat this as simply...

Many businesses function on the inbound and outbound flow of goods. Keeping up with your operations can rely on organised and well-managed logistics to support the supply chain. The complexities in supply chain management can come from the...

If you're shipping goods internationally, it's essential to make sure the correct paperwork is available - and prepared in plenty of time. Delays in shipping can be experienced when the paperwork is not correct, or worse, not prepared. Shipments can...

Shipping delays can seem unavoidable, especially if you're inexperienced in shipping and logistics. However, there are a few steps you can take to ensure on-time delivery and minimal complications. We've collected nine tips for how to get your goods...

The international shipping process involves many more tasks than freight transport and starts much earlier than when the ship leaves the dock. Business owners that trade internationally can gain visibility of where their goods are at any given time...

Exporting can open up new doors for many UK businesses. The rise in globalisation and the internet has made it easy for companies to grow their audience worldwide. International markets can expand your business long into the future if it's done...