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5 Reasons why a Freight Forwarder will make shipping easier
Like most things we choose to outsource, if you manage shipping for your business, using a freight forwarder should make your life easier. But how...

5 Mistakes to Avoid when working with a new freight forwarder
So you’ve decided it’s time to work with a freight forwarder to make shipping for your business simple, but have you thought about how you make the...

A Guide to Importing from India to the UK
In 2016, India shipped US$261 billion worth of goods around the globe, and last month India became the world’s fastest-growing economy, so it’s no...
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[Definition] What is a Shipping Agency or Shipping Agent?
What is a Shipping Agency or Shipping Agent? A shipping agency or shipping agent is the party representing the ship’s owner and charterer (the...
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[GUIDE] The Differences between LTL and FTL Road Freight and which one is right for you
Within the road freight or road haulage industry there are two terms you’ll come across all the time - FTL and LTL, but what exactly do they mean...
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[Guide] Spot Rates vs Contract Rates – Which freight rates are best for your business?
If you’re responsible for procuring freight forwarding services, you’ll have probably heard the terms ‘spot rates’ and ‘contract rates’ when it...

What are customs commodity codes and why do I need them?
For all UK imports and exports, commodity codes are used to classify goods to ensure the right amounts of tax, VAT and duty are paid. Here we...

An Economic Powerhouse – Manchester’s thriving economy and its impact on shipping & logistics
With a population of 2.8 million, Greater Manchester is central to the Government-backed Northern Powerhouse, a plan to boost economic growth by...
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[Guide] What kind of shipping container should I use?
You’ve no doubt seen many pictures of container ships similar to the one above, but despite the variances in colours, it’s not always obvious that...

Importer or exporter of food and beverages? Don’t miss the world’s largest annual food event!
Celebrating its 23rd edition in 2018, Gulfood is the world’s largest annual food and beverage exhibition promoting trade and commerce which attracts...