Author: Paul Kelly

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 23rd, April, 2024

Imports grow on trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trades

US demand for European goods rose 10% in the first quarter, taking volumes back to pre-pandemic levels, while growth in imports from Asia has been accelerating this year, growing 11%…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 23rd, April, 2024

Asia and freight market update; April 2024

Iran’s seizure of the 15,000 teu MSC Aries in international waters off the Gulf of Oman means the ‘maritime danger zone’ has expanded significantly from the Red Sea and the…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 23rd, April, 2024

China trade into Mexico and US West Coast

Trade between China and Mexico expanded in 2023 and the massive growth in movements saw Mexico leapfrog China in the first quarter to become the No.1 trading partner for imports…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 10th, April, 2024

Shippers face bill for Baltimore bridge collapse

The Dali owners may deny liability and insist that the damage was not due to any fault, neglect, or want of care on their part, but there is a good…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 10th, April, 2024

Brexit import charges raise fears of UK food price inflation

Post-Brexit physical border checks have been set to start on the 30th April for some time, but the associated costs have just been revealed, with fears for consumers and small…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 10th, April, 2024

Leveraging our global network to support localised growth

Going international is a proven and effective rapid growth strategy, but expanding your eCommerce offer into global markets requires preparation. (more…)

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2024

Container ship in catastrophic Baltimore bridge collision

This morning at 05:30 GMT, the containership “Dali” collided with the mile-long Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, with a significant section of the bridge collapsing into the Patapsco River…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 14th, March, 2024

Asia and freight market update; March 2024

Many of the world’s top ocean freight stakeholders gathered in Long Beach, California earlier this month for the annual TPM conference, which this year takes place under the shadow of…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 7th, March, 2024

Asia shippers benefit from latest alliance changes

New alliance will offer shippers 95% vessel schedule reliability, which will be very appealing to businesses that want to keep inventory levels lean, but competitors may offer alternative solutions that…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 2nd, March, 2024

Delivering your brand promise

Your online shoppers expect a fast, seamless experience when they place an order, but providing excellent customer service and enhancing your brand promise goes beyond fulfilling and shipping the order.…

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