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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...
How to build a brilliant relationship with your freight forwarding company
You only need to speak to a handful of people responsible for shipping within their business to understand experiences with their freight forwarding...
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[Checklist] Shipping Food or Beverages? 5 things to ask potential freight forwarders before you put your goods in their hands
If you’re importing or exporting food or beverages, you’ll be well aware of the stringent regulations that must be followed to ensure their safe...
The John Good Group Welcomes More Apprentices to its National Apprenticeship Programme
Following another successful year for its national apprenticeship programme, a further seven apprentices have joined the John Good Group to begin...
9 Reasons Why a Freight Company is One Middleman that You Shouldn’t Cut Out
You might be surprised to discover that a freight forwarder doesn't actually move shipments itself. Instead, it makes arrangements with shipping...