4G has already vastly improved logistics, but 5G promises to open up even more opportunities. As 5G becomes more available across the globe, everyone from international shipping companies to manufacturers are seeing how new technologies can improve the supply chain, cutting costs and saving time. Thanks to the minimal latency and high response rate of […]
An effective supply chain will improve your business performance overall, saving you money and increasing the efficiency of your logistics. When you invest time and money into your supply chain, you can prevent delays, which will result in happier customers and, ultimately, higher revenues for your business. However, supply chains can be complex and difficult […]
On the 1st April 2022, a new Plastic Packaging Tax was implemented, in an effort to encourage UK businesses to utilise more recycled plastic packaging. This is the first of two Government initiatives to improve the green credentials of UK businesses, with the Extended Producer Responsibility regulation set to come into force in 2023. Below, […]
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Construction workers in Tallinn, Estonia were stunned when they came across an 80-ft long ship that has been lost for 700 years just 5 feet beneath street level. The vessel would have sunk near to where the mouth of the Härjapea river once was. Now on the Estonian coast near the Baltic Sea, the area was […]
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Shipping rates are due to be higher in 2022 than ever before. There is a combination of factors that have resulted in these increased costs. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause issues globally, with delays caused by understaffing at ports, airports, and all through the supply chain. We’ve seen ports forced to shut down and […]
Warehousing plays a central role in logistics. Warehouses can provide obvious benefits, like storing goods, but they can also offer less obvious gains to your supply chain, such as providing social and economic advantages. Below, we explore all the benefits that warehouse services can bring to you. Centralises Stock for Distribution When all your goods […]
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There are certain trends that are set to occur or continue into 2022 which will either create positive opportunities for supply chains or could cause problems that will need to be dealt with. Advances in technology, developments in staffing, and consequences of the climate crisis and pandemic will all affect international freight forwarding in 2022. […]
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It’s no secret that international freight forwarding can have a huge impact on the environment. With the recent e-commerce boom, plus the use of fossil fuels and packaging materials, international shipping can result in a big carbon footprint. However, with some simple steps you can make your international freight much more eco-friendly. Use The Right […]
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If you’re moving to a new country, you’ll want to bring some of your own items with you, so you can make your new place really feel like home. But it can be difficult to know where to start with your personal effects shipping, from deciding what to take with you, choosing how to transport […]
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There are certain dates every year that can cause delays to international freight shipping. If you regularly import and export goods internationally, then you will need to be aware of these dates so you can prepare accordingly and avoid any disruptions to your supply chain. Below are some of the most important dates in 2022 […]
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