Publishing

WTA support publishing companies with their global logistics strategy, and this includes some of the largest and most recognised brands, as well as smaller, newer publishing companies.

We are well recognised within the industry as a company that really understands publishing and can work in partnership with you to optimise your international strategy. This is amplified by our specialist publishing team in China who have deep relationships with all the printing houses, allowing us to coordinate shipments straight from the printers. This ensures critical dates are met, with WTA space guarantees with shipping lines.

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Great expectations: choosing where to print

Our new whitepaper looks at printing options across the globe for publishing companies, why China remains the print capital, and how some publishing companies are starting to look at alternatives and the risks associated.

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The Freight Club podcast

This conversation is continued in our popular Freight Club podcast, where we try and take the fright out of freight. Out host Scott Wallis is joined by Martin Watts to explore the current trends in publishing, including some of the data in the whitepaper. Taking the freight out of freight.

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“WTA has helped more than you probably ever know. I really appreciate the great work and human dimension of our relationship. All of you are really so kind. Thank you”

Enchanted Lion Books

“I very much value our working relationship with WTA for both their expertise, and flexibility, and for always going the extra mile. A safe pair of hands, from high-security titles to everyday freight”.

Penguin Random House, UK

“The help, advice and service we receive is the main reason we have not been tempted away. We appreciate the passion and patience of your team in helping us cope with the competitive arena of today’s import/export market. We enjoy significant cost savings through your tailor-made services”

James Carey, Templar Publishing

Building sustainable supply chains

WTA is working with the Book Chain Project to help build a sustainable supply chain and is committed to finding ways of reducing the quantity and type of shrink-wrap used and exploring recyclable and renewable materials. We understand that the environment is of the utmost importance to many businesses, so we have developed our state-of-the-art CO2 calculator which gives you the ability to benchmark your footprint and set relevant reduction goals.

Additional services

Customs brokerage

We offer a detailed customs and compliance service to all our customers. Our team have extensive experience in the movement of books and international customs and compliance regulations meaning your goods will have a far higher likelihood of crossing through borders unhindered, helping you to keep your costs down, improve container optimisation and meet your deadlines head-on.

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All-party freight consolidation

For publishers and book distributors, getting your freshly printed books delivered on time and on a budget to their final retail destination is vital.

We offer all-party freight consolidation to help you streamline your shipment.