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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...
How to accurately compare freight forwarder quotes to make sure you get the best deal
l When choosing a freight forwarder to take care of your shipments, it's wise to get several quotes for comparison. However, it's important to...
Changes to the John Good Group Board
It has been a very positive year for the John Good Group with the establishment of a number of new offices and business services across the UK. We...
How do freight forwarders charge for their services?
There are numerous elements involved in shipping, which means that calculating the cost of a freight forwarding service isn't straightforward....
Office Opening Times during Christmas and New Year
The UK offices of John Good Logistics will be closed on the following days over the Christmas and New Year period: Christmas Day Closed...
10 Ways to Improve your Freight Forwarding Tender
Selecting the right freight forwarder to meet your shipping needs can be a difficult task, and you might decide to invite potential service...
The 2018 Conference Guide: Must-attend Events for Buyers and Managers of Imports and Exports
Attending a conference can be a useful way to gain industry knowledge, insight and important new contacts. If your role involves dealing with...
5 top tips when using a freight forwarder for the first time
If you have decided to outsource your shipping to a freight forwarder, you want to get the very best return on that investment. Here are five top...
Importing from China? Here’s your quick, no-nonsense guide to how Chinese New Year could affect your supply chain
It’s never too early to be prepared for a disruption to the supply chain, and as we’re approaching December and we’re all thinking of Christmas,...
Bonded Warehouses: What Is It And Does Your Business Need One
Bonded Warehouses (sometimes referred to as Customs Warehouses) are warehouses tightly regulated by customs, where imported goods that are intended...