Import Tax Calculator: Your 2026 UK & Global Guide
A container lands. The supplier has invoiced correctly. The freight moved on time. Then customs clears the goods and the bill is far higher than the finance team expected. That moment catches a lot of importers off guard, especially in the UK. Duty, import VAT, commodity codes, origin rules, and valuation all meet in one […]
Transport by Road: A Guide for Modern Businesses
A buyer is waiting for stock that was meant to arrive this morning. Production has scheduled labour around it. Sales has promised delivery dates based on it. Customer service already has two emails asking where the order is. At that point, transport by road stops being a line on a purchase order and becomes a […]
Shipping China to UK: The 2026 Complete Guide
You have a supplier in China who can make the product at the right price. Samples look good. Margins look workable. Then the shipment itself starts to raise harder questions than the sourcing did. Should you move it by sea and save money, or use air and protect launch dates? Do you need a full […]
Roll On Roll Off Shipping: Your Complete 2026 Guide
A shipment is ready to move. The goods are too big for a standard container, too awkward to dismantle, or already mounted on wheels and ready to travel. That is the point where a shipper starts asking the right question. Not “what is the cheapest sea freight option on paper?”, but “what is the method […]
A Guide to Dimensions of a 20 Foot Container
When you're planning any shipment, the first thing you need to get right is the container dimensions. For the workhorse of global logistics, the 20-foot container, the external measurements are fixed at 20ft long (6.06m), 8ft wide (2.44m), and 8ft 6in high (2.59m). Getting these numbers right is fundamental to everything that follows, from booking […]
International Freight Forwarding Services Explained
Ever feel like shipping goods internationally is a puzzle with too many moving pieces? This guide is here to put them all together. International freight forwarding services are the backbone of global trade, coordinating the entire journey of your goods from the factory floor right to your customer's door. Your Guide to Seamless Global Shipping […]
The Impact of Brexit on Road Transport Between the EU and the UK
Introduction: Brexit in the Context of Trade and Road Transport The United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, commonly known as Brexit, constituted a fundamental shift in the trade and transport landscape. On 31 December 2020, the free movement of people, goods, and services between the United Kingdom and the European Union ended. Before this […]
Multimodality in Practice: How to Effectively Combine Road, Rail, and Sea Transport
What is Multimodality? Multimodality is a logistics strategy that involves using different modes of transport (e.g., road, rail, and sea) within one integrated service, often under a single transport contract. This solution is particularly useful for long routes, complex supply chains, and large-scale imports and exports, such as shipments from Asia to Europe.It is important […]
Incoterms 2020: The Key to Safe International Trade
In the world of global trade, where transactions cross national borders, it is crucial to clearly define responsibilities for transport, risk, and costs. This is precisely why the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) created Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) – a set of universal rules for interpreting the most commonly used trade terms. Understanding them is […]
FTL vs LTL 2025: How to Optimise Transport Choices in E‑commerce and Boost Profits
E‑commerce shows no signs of slowing down. The year 2025 brings new challenges but also opportunities for online stores. In this dynamic landscape, logistics is no longer just a cost — it becomes a strategic element of competitive advantage. Choosing the right transport model – FTL or LTL – can directly impact margins, delivery times, […]