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Neill & Brown rolls out UK–Italy rail freight service

Neill & Brown has launched a European rail freight service in a joint venture with its Italian logistics partner, Sogedim. The two companies have made a significant investment in Huckepack trailers to provide seamless intermodal transport to and from Italy. The new service, which is suitable for a wide range of goods and complements established […]

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New Morocco-UK-Europe service cuts export times for fresh produce

DP World is launching a Morocco to UK and North Europe service that will cut export times for fruit and vegetable shipments in the UK by up to two days, offering retailers and consumers better quality produce at lower cost and with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. The new “Atlas” service connects key hubs at […]

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New service accelerates growth for London logistics specialist

A logistics specialist has expanded its London operation after investing a significant sum in a new site, and a new fleet, creating 20 new jobs. Pallet Power Limited, which is part of the Parcel Power Logistics Limited Group, has undergone major expansion to accommodate a new service offering – palletised distribution. The company has already […]

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New year, new name: Samphire Cargo to rebrand as Samphire Customs

Samphire Cargo has announced that it will be changing its trading name to Samphire Customs, effective 1 January 2026. The rebrand reflects the company’s core expertise and primary service offering: customs clearance and customs compliance. Since its formation, Samphire has built a strong reputation for guiding businesses through complex customs procedures, particularly following Brexit. The […]

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Normal seasonal patterns suspended – where is the air cargo being held?

Global airfreight rates have edged up this week, including on transpacific eastbound, as the US reciprocal tariff deadline looms. But there are questions over where inventory is being held in the world, which will inevitably impact rates and demand.  Greater China to North America ticked up from $4.34 per kg yesterday to $5.17 today, according […]

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Now VAT’s what I call customs clearance!

Jo Cloherty, senior commercial manager at Customs Support Group, asks ‘Will simplicity be the stand-out feature of 2025 European VAT changes?’ It is no secret that complex geopolitical challenges and economic uncertainties over international tariffs have made 2025 a challenging year for exporting businesses. However, new VAT developments are emerging on this side of the […]

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OBEs for Chris Lewis and Andy Thorne

Chris Lewis, Deputy Chairman at Maritime Transport, has been awarded an OBE in the 2026 New Year Honours, in recognition of his services to the UK ports and logistics industry. With more than 40 years’ experience across the UK ports sector, Chris has led three of the country’s largest container ports – the Port of […]

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Ocean Network Express and QTKR partner to decarbonise port operations

QTerminals Kramer Rotterdam (QTKR) and Ocean Network Express (Europe) (ONE) have reduced emissions by as much as 500 tonnes of CO2 in just six months by implementing a biofuel scheme using HVO100, a sustainable biofuel made from renewable raw materials for port shunting operations. HVO100, already proven in heavy-duty transport, can cut lifecycle CO2 emissions […]

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