Topic: Shipping

FIT Alliance: can cross-sector trade become easier?

INTERVIEWOrganisations from the transport sector have signed a memorandum of understanding for the Future International Trade Alliance (FIT Alliance). It’s an agreement regarding digitalised and standardised trade processes by using electronic bills of lading. “The...Read more

18-02-2022|Comment|author: Nikos Papatolios

Find alternative Brexit ports UK business and freight operators told

The UK government has issued a veiled warning that it expects disruption at the busy English Channel ports in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit transition period ending on 31 December. Politicians in London have...Read more

04-08-2020|Comment|author: Simon Walton

Shipping forecast: tidal wave of trains for Redcar

A busy week for the deep water port on the east coast of England. Redcar Bulk Terminal reports a full timetable of rail movements, keeping British industry in business during the current crisis.Read more

21-04-2020|Comment|author: Simon Walton