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Britain to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) The United Kingdom has indeed struck a trade deal with 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam, to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The UK … Read more

Why could e-bills of landing be troublesome longer term? The adoption of electronic bills of lading (e-bills of lading) is an exciting development in the shipping industry, promising to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve security. However, industry experts have warned that the transition to e-bills of lading won’t be trouble-free, and that companies must … Read more

DP World Going Green DP World’s container terminal at Southampton enjoyed its greenest ever year in 2022 after delivering a 55% reduction in net carbon emissions from its fleet and installations. DP World, the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, runs the UK’s most advanced logistics hubs: two deep water ports at … Read more

Possible Tidal Powered Port The prospect of a new 1.5m teu deepsea container terminal in the centre of the UK’s east coast is garnering interest from ocean carriers and shortsea services looking for more sustainable port operations.During peaks in demand, the UK’s existing container hubs struggle to cope with larger-than-normal exchanges. In addition, this years … Read more

China relaxes covid restrictions China have this week issued updated covid protocols which is good news for logistics. Testing and travel restrictions have been relaxed and people can now isolate in their homes rather than having to go and stay at central venues. China have maintained a strict policy for the last 3 years since … Read more

Largest box ship takes her maiden voyage Ever Atop, the final ship to be delivered of an order of the ten A24 series design for Taiwanese carrier Evergreen, transited the Suez Canal over the weekend on its maiden voyage to North Europe. Along with sister ships Ever Aria and Ever A lot, Ever Atop holds … Read more

COP 27 From 6 to 18 November, Heads of State, ministers, and negotiators, along with climate activists, mayors, civil society representatives and CEOs are meeting in the Egyptian coastal city of Sharm el-Sheikh for the largest annual gathering on climate action. The 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate … Read more

This week sees China celebrate Golden Week.

Further delay to CDS Switchover HMRCs announcement that the CDS Switchover will come into effect from the beginning of October has been rescinded after a chaotic month with businesses unable to train their staff in time. There have also been many complaints that HMRC are not able to respond to those who are having issues … Read more

If you import or export, you need to take action now!
The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is the long-term replacement to the current Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system.