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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,...

In the face of modern global economic challenges and opportunities, the UK government is attempting to drive transformative growth in service and goods exports. Their 2021 export strategy contained an ambitious goal to achieve £1 trillion in exports...

When it comes to global trade, Malaysia is a prominent player in the market and businesses have started considering Malaysia as a preferred destination for importing goods. With a GDP of more than $850 billion, Malaysia is one of the wealthiest...

You could be forgiven for head scratching at that title.

Blank or void sailing: A definition Blank or void sailings are when a cargo ship cancels its call at a port they were scheduled to visit.

Sea freight is comfortably the most common transport option for shippers in international freight. Total ocean freight tonnage moving through UK ports in the first quarter of 2022 totalled 111.8 million tonnes. It’s estimated that 80% of world goods...

At WTA Group, it is our people who possess the skill, knowledge and passion for delivering customer excellence which is our USP in logistics. Through our Freight Account Manager James Micklethwaite, WTA has built a specialism on the UK to USA trade...

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.