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Overview Status: Live Update – Week Commencing 3 August 2026 This week has seen renewed diplomatic momentum as international mediators work towards an agreement to restore safe commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. While negotiations...

How global policy shifts and trade risk will influence supply chains this year — and how shippers can prepare Global trade in 2026 is being shaped not just by market demand, but by geopolitical policy decisions that affect tariffs, sourcing, routing...

Donald Trump’s second term as US President has shaken the trading world, with huge tariffs announced against almost every country. With these tariff announcements, businesses face constant uncertainty, making it difficult to understand costs and...

Surcharges in international sea freight can quickly erode margins and complicate budgeting. From volatile fuel costs to congested ports, surcharges are a endless battle for shippers.

Overcapacity in the container shipping market is nothing new. When supply outstrips demand, shipping lines have several levers they will pull to stabilise freight rate declines, and maintain better profitability.

In today’s global trade environment of muted economic growth, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions, businesses are under pressure to find innovative ways to optimise imports. Even experienced supply chain managers face difficulties in...

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.

In the complex and recently volatile world of international shipping, businesses must manage costs effectively. Supply chain costs and more specifically, freight rates, are a key part of that.

Within international logistics, the choice between freight bookings on the spot rate or contract rate market is a pivotal decision that can significantly impact costs and operational stability. The significance of this decision is more keenly felt...

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.

Anyone involved in international trade has come across the term “HS Code”. Now whether you are an experienced shipper or taking your first international step, the classification of your goods is something you can’t afford to get wrong. HS codes,...