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The recent upheaval on international freight rates has left shippers extremely frustrated. Understandably so. The latest rate surge in May 2024 means there have now been significant 4 rate surges in the last 4 years.

Expanding your food and drink brand into international markets can be a game-changer but comes with challenges.

Navigating the complex world of international shipping can be daunting, especially when it comes to managing costs. For UK businesses importing goods from China, strategic planning and execution are vital to reduce expenses and enhance efficiency.

In today's dynamic and competitive business landscape, companies face the crucial decision of how to manage their supplier relationships effectively. Two main approaches are often considered: supplier diversification and supplier consolidation. Each...

In 2023, it’s very easy to answer that question. Yes. China remains successfully positioned with a lucrative value proposition for shippers. Materials and manufacture for an unbeatable price, supported by world-leading infrastructure.

It’s a truth universally known that there is nothing quite like a printed book. Despite the rise of e-books, podcasts, audiobooks and all other new-fangled digital ways of putting words out in the world, printed books continue to defy the odds and...

The great sustainability debate has dominated the media in recent times, whether it’s political targets or personal missions, we are all asking ourselves: how can we be kinder to our planet? Nevertheless, as the conversations evolve and consumers...

The forecast for growth from the plant-based food and drink sector over the next 10 years is compelling. Across so many Western economies, plant-based products are the new kids in town, with a mostly young and affluent consumer base driving the...

There is no doubt that with globalisation, business supply chains are increasing in complexity. Competition is rising and growth targets need to be met. So firms are moving into new markets, sourcing raw materials from new locations and even moving...

Logistical supply chain management in the publishing industry has never been more challenging. Rising costs, paper shortages and uncertainties such as COVID-19 and the Red Sea diversion of 2024 hit the sector hard.

Much has been said about the growth of the Middle Eastern market for exports over the last 10-15 years. It's a market in which opportunities have ballooned for UK businesses looking to trade internationally.

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...