Industry Insight Archives : Freight Companies

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Importing from Turkey

Aug 10, 2018

The 2017 trade deal between Britain and Turkey means that many businesses may be considering importing from Turkey for the first time. This could be...

The New Customs Declaration Service – What you Need to Know

Aug 7, 2018

You may or may not be aware that in August 2018 HMRC (HM Revenue and Customs) will begin a phased launch of a new Customs Declaration Service (CDS)....

Why You Should Consider Port-Centric Logistics

Jul 20, 2018

When goods are imported by sea freight the next step of their journey is often delivery to inland storage depots and distribution centres, for...

The Simple Guide to Shipping Hazardous And Dangerous Goods

Jul 12, 2018

The shipping of hazardous and dangerous goods is a specialised area that is understandably subject to strict regulation, meaning plenty of...

What Is A Bill Of Lading? And Why Do I Need It?

Jun 14, 2018

If you're looking into importing or exporting goods by sea, then you might have come across the term 'Bill of Lading' and be wondering what this...

Why We Ask You For An EORI Number

May 31, 2018

When you book a freight forwarder to take care of shipping your goods, one of the pieces of information you'll be asked for is an EORI number. Let's...

LCL or FCL – Which Freight Forwarding Service Is Right For You?

May 21, 2018

When considering your freight forwarding shipping options, you're likely to come across the terms LCL and FCL. FCL refers to a Full Container Load,...

7 Questions To Ask When Choosing A Beverage Logistics Partner

May 2, 2018

Whether you want to ship beverages to a buyer or import them for use in your own business, choosing the right company to deal with shipping and the...