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Heirloom Ceramic Tiger makes the journey from Sheffield to Australia

by | Feb 10, 2023 | Case Study, International Freight

Case Study:
Family heirloom​, Sheffield
Service provided by IFS:
Courier Air Freight – Door to Door
Destination:
Catherine Field, Australia
Collection:
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Consignment:
Carefully packed heavy duty cardboard box with stuffing, 14kg approx
Transit Time:
Delivered successfully in 1 week

“John and Paul at IFS were very professional and reassuring in facilitating the delivery of an inherited pot tiger to my son in Australia. Arrived very quickly and safely. Recommend them unreservedly.” Julie, Non-commercial Customer.

 

On this occasion the shipper was a lady in Sheffield who wanted to send their family heirloom to her son who lives in Catherine Field, Australia. Her son had always been keen on the sculpture and Julie had been looking out for ways of shipping it safely to the other side of the World! IFS provided a packing service and arranged the documentation and shipping. The Tiger was in transit for 1 week and had quite a journey, stopping off in Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, before arriving safely in Australia.

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Had the best service provided by Jamie, excellent communication, went above & beyond thank you
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Clare O.
As always IFS have provided an excellent service with plenty of support. Jamie couldn't have been more helpful and his communication is always timely and spot on. Can't recommend them highly enough.
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Barry S.
Adam handled everything we needed for a quick delivery to Australia, the box was with us in less than a week, highly recommended.
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Jeff B.
Working with Catherine and IFS has been a breath of fresh air. Communication has been excellent, she keeps you informed throughout the entire process and makes something that others could easily make difficult feel… well, easy.

If you want someone who treats your shipment like it actually matters (because it does), Catherine is the one. Highly recommend, my stress level definitely approves 😄.
Response from the owner:Glad you are happy with our service Jeff. Cath's communication is great - she does like to talk!😆We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you again.
Rachel J.
Great service. We needed a parcel collecting from Italy - all arranged very smoothly, efficiently and a very quick delivery.
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when a friend whose first langauge is not English needed a parcel shipping to Canada at short notice the team especially Paul came up trumps and pulled out all the stops i highly recommend this company
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Emily S.
Lots of help and advice when shipping a ceramic sculpture to Dubai. Very smooth service and speedy delivery. Will definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:Really glad you were happy with our service Emily - hope to assist you again soon.
Declan B.
Great customer experience all the staff are great
Response from the owner:Appreciate the kind words Declan
Tony P.
Had 3 pallets to bring in from Greece. Sender was struggling with UK regulations. Spoke to one freight forwarder who just said 'can't help sorry' as their agent in Greece couldn't help. Was starting to worry until I found IFS. Google reviews looked good and when I spoke to Paul he couldn't have made things any easier. Pallets here safely within a couple of weeks, price cheaper than I was expecting and great communication throughout. Top top company.
Response from the owner:Hi Tony, thanks so much for the great review, we would be more than happy to help you with any further shipping requirements you have in the future!

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Experts say Shippers need to plan for New Greener Shipping Fees

by | Jan 23, 2023 | Environment Reforms, International

Many of the world’s largest importers and exporters are insufficiently informed about the full implications of the forthcoming new emissions regulations and initiatives to decarbonise the global shipping industry – and the billions of dollars that will be added to freight costs in the future, according to shipping and supply chain consultants Drewry.

Green Logistics make happy customers and a happy planetUrging shippers to start planning for decarbonisation in shipping and warning of up to US$14 billion in annual extra associated costs, Drewry highlighted that the imperative to decarbonise the global shipping industry “is clear and present”, adding: “Pressure to decarbonise and reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) is growing in all sectors. In shipping, the International Maritime Organisation’s target to reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2050 (from a 2008 baseline) will be complemented by regional and national regulations.”

Besides regulatory changes resulting from decarbonisation policies, emissions limits and related taxes, It said there will be enormous technological change in the design of ships and their propulsion systems, with a transition to engines powered by low or zero carbon fuels.

Higher costs

“Overall, the transition towards low or even zero carbon shipping will result in higher costs and we believe that we have put together the first independent cost model to help shippers forecast and quantify additional medium-term direct costs, where they apply,” said Philip Damas, managing director of Drewry.

The European Union will be the first region to enforce ‘carbon taxes’ in shipping via its Emission Trading System, which will penalise users of high-carbon fuels such as conventional fossil fuels and apply not only to shipments within Europe, but also to all shipments to and from Europe, Drewry highlighted.

It said as shipowners look to comply with tighter environmental rules, several ’candidate’ green fuels are being considered, and they will have different implications and costs for shipping lines and for shippers. Read more from Forwardermagazine.com >

Related topic: Green Logistics make happy customers and a happy planet >

 

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Had the best service provided by Jamie, excellent communication, went above & beyond thank you
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Clare O.
As always IFS have provided an excellent service with plenty of support. Jamie couldn't have been more helpful and his communication is always timely and spot on. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the glowing review Clare, it really is appreciated. Jamie will be especially pleased seeing as you have given him a mention! We look forward to assisting you again
Barry S.
Adam handled everything we needed for a quick delivery to Australia, the box was with us in less than a week, highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Many thanks Barry for taking the time to leave a great review for us - it is appreciated. Hope we can assist you again in the future
Jeff B.
Working with Catherine and IFS has been a breath of fresh air. Communication has been excellent, she keeps you informed throughout the entire process and makes something that others could easily make difficult feel… well, easy.

If you want someone who treats your shipment like it actually matters (because it does), Catherine is the one. Highly recommend, my stress level definitely approves 😄.
Response from the owner:Glad you are happy with our service Jeff. Cath's communication is great - she does like to talk!😆We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you again.
Rachel J.
Great service. We needed a parcel collecting from Italy - all arranged very smoothly, efficiently and a very quick delivery.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback Rachel. Glad everything went well for you and that you were happy with our service.
Alan G.
when a friend whose first langauge is not English needed a parcel shipping to Canada at short notice the team especially Paul came up trumps and pulled out all the stops i highly recommend this company
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the great review Alan, always happy to assist.
Emily S.
Lots of help and advice when shipping a ceramic sculpture to Dubai. Very smooth service and speedy delivery. Will definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:Really glad you were happy with our service Emily - hope to assist you again soon.
Declan B.
Great customer experience all the staff are great
Response from the owner:Appreciate the kind words Declan
Tony P.
Had 3 pallets to bring in from Greece. Sender was struggling with UK regulations. Spoke to one freight forwarder who just said 'can't help sorry' as their agent in Greece couldn't help. Was starting to worry until I found IFS. Google reviews looked good and when I spoke to Paul he couldn't have made things any easier. Pallets here safely within a couple of weeks, price cheaper than I was expecting and great communication throughout. Top top company.
Response from the owner:Hi Tony, thanks so much for the great review, we would be more than happy to help you with any further shipping requirements you have in the future!

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IFS ship Horse Racing Oxygen Chamber around the world

by | Jan 10, 2023 | Case Study, International Freight

Just when you think you have seen it all, another unusual freight-forwarding request drops into your inbox. Yes, this makes quite a unique case study, which was very successful despite a change in destination mid shipping transit from China…

Case Study:
Hyperbaric & Cryotherapy Resources, Sheffield
Service provided by IFS:
Sea Freight – Multi-destinations
Original Destination: France
Final Destination: Dubai
Collection:
China
Consignment:
EQUINE MILD HYPERBARIC CHAMBER PACKED IN 2 CASES – total weight 6850kg, classed as ‘Out Of Gauge’ and shipped on a 20ft Flat Rack container.
Transit Time:
Shipped out of Qingdao, China, destined for Avilly – ST Leonard in France.
However, the Royal Endurance Team of Bahrain for whom the chamber was destined for, changed the plans midway through the sailing and wanted the goods re-directing to Dubai. So once the goods arrived in Le Havre, France, we had to re-arrange with French Customs for the container to be shipped out again on a different vessel to Dubai. All ended well with the chamber eventually being delivered as requested and on schedule.

 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) involves the use of a chamber in which a horse can breathe in 100% oxygen at a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure. This increased pressure allows more oxygen to be dissolved into the horse’s bloodstream, which can have a range of therapeutic benefits including; wound healing, infection control, reducing inflammation, improving brain function and enhancing athletic performance. To find out more visit: www.oxypets.co.uk

 

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Clare O.
As always IFS have provided an excellent service with plenty of support. Jamie couldn't have been more helpful and his communication is always timely and spot on. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the glowing review Clare, it really is appreciated. Jamie will be especially pleased seeing as you have given him a mention! We look forward to assisting you again
Barry S.
Adam handled everything we needed for a quick delivery to Australia, the box was with us in less than a week, highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Many thanks Barry for taking the time to leave a great review for us - it is appreciated. Hope we can assist you again in the future
Jeff B.
Working with Catherine and IFS has been a breath of fresh air. Communication has been excellent, she keeps you informed throughout the entire process and makes something that others could easily make difficult feel… well, easy.

If you want someone who treats your shipment like it actually matters (because it does), Catherine is the one. Highly recommend, my stress level definitely approves 😄.
Response from the owner:Glad you are happy with our service Jeff. Cath's communication is great - she does like to talk!😆We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you again.
Rachel J.
Great service. We needed a parcel collecting from Italy - all arranged very smoothly, efficiently and a very quick delivery.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback Rachel. Glad everything went well for you and that you were happy with our service.
Alan G.
when a friend whose first langauge is not English needed a parcel shipping to Canada at short notice the team especially Paul came up trumps and pulled out all the stops i highly recommend this company
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the great review Alan, always happy to assist.
Emily S.
Lots of help and advice when shipping a ceramic sculpture to Dubai. Very smooth service and speedy delivery. Will definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:Really glad you were happy with our service Emily - hope to assist you again soon.
Declan B.
Great customer experience all the staff are great
Response from the owner:Appreciate the kind words Declan
Tony P.
Had 3 pallets to bring in from Greece. Sender was struggling with UK regulations. Spoke to one freight forwarder who just said 'can't help sorry' as their agent in Greece couldn't help. Was starting to worry until I found IFS. Google reviews looked good and when I spoke to Paul he couldn't have made things any easier. Pallets here safely within a couple of weeks, price cheaper than I was expecting and great communication throughout. Top top company.
Response from the owner:Hi Tony, thanks so much for the great review, we would be more than happy to help you with any further shipping requirements you have in the future!

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HMRC’s deadline for exporters to move to the Customs Declaration Service has changed

by | Jan 3, 2023 | Customer Help

At last, we can now confirm HMRC have extended the proposed deadline for UK exporters to be ready to use the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) from 31st March to 30th November, 2023.

HMRC says: “this is to ensure that businesses have enough time to prepare and allows them to ensure their export migration journey is smooth.”

HMR Customs platform known as the Customs Declaration System (CDS)HMRC plan to move all exports declarations from their CHIEF system to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) in 2023. The deadline extension is welcomed by many as the Customs Declaration Service has experienced some teething problems.

Unlike with CHIEF, exporters and importers are required to register for the CDS themselves.

Many clients will already be registered. For those of you who only export, and if you haven’t already, we recommend signing up for CDS as soon as possible.

What you need to do

  1. apply for an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number beginning with ‘GB’
  2. subscribe to the CDS so you will be able to submit export declarations from your software to the CDS
  3. read the latest CDS guidance – including the updated CDS toolkit and Key differences between CHIEF and the CDS guidance and the introductory UK exports guide to familiarise yourself with the CDS
  4. To receive updates and notifications about the CDS from HMRC, make sure they have your preferred email address.

Please don’t hesitate to contact IFS if you wish to discuss further.

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As always IFS have provided an excellent service with plenty of support. Jamie couldn't have been more helpful and his communication is always timely and spot on. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the glowing review Clare, it really is appreciated. Jamie will be especially pleased seeing as you have given him a mention! We look forward to assisting you again
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Adam handled everything we needed for a quick delivery to Australia, the box was with us in less than a week, highly recommended.
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Working with Catherine and IFS has been a breath of fresh air. Communication has been excellent, she keeps you informed throughout the entire process and makes something that others could easily make difficult feel… well, easy.

If you want someone who treats your shipment like it actually matters (because it does), Catherine is the one. Highly recommend, my stress level definitely approves 😄.
Response from the owner:Glad you are happy with our service Jeff. Cath's communication is great - she does like to talk!😆We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you again.

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IFS helps Sculptor Brendan Hesmondhalgh to ship his work around the globe

by | Dec 6, 2022 | Case Study, International Freight

International Freight Solutions have shipped a number of Brendan’s Sculptures around the world and earlier in November, we were approached to arrange the shipping of some ‘Hare sculptures’ to various locations around the world including Brazil, China, South Korea and the US.

Brendan Hesmondhalgh – Hesmondhalgh Sculpture is a contemporary figurative sculptor, celebrated for his unique ceramic & bronze sculptures of animals, handmade from slabs of clay or sculptural wax.

Hesmondhalgh began working on monumental pieces after gaining a number of public art commissions. In some of these sculptures he experimented with animals on plinths and geometric bases which intensified the creature’s stature and allows for a greater contrast. The surface remains a focused element that he continues to develop. Adding colour, directional and textural marks.

Hesmondhalgh has established a distinctive style that is notably recognised and collected worldwide.

The recipients of the Hare Sculptures were all individual winners of the ‘Lush Prize’ – The Lush Prize offers a global prize fund to support initiatives to end or replace animal testing – 2022 Prize – Lush Prize

In-Soon Nam: Lush Prize 2022 Political Achievement Prize winner from Lush Prize on Vimeo.

 

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Clare O.
As always IFS have provided an excellent service with plenty of support. Jamie couldn't have been more helpful and his communication is always timely and spot on. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the glowing review Clare, it really is appreciated. Jamie will be especially pleased seeing as you have given him a mention! We look forward to assisting you again
Barry S.
Adam handled everything we needed for a quick delivery to Australia, the box was with us in less than a week, highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Many thanks Barry for taking the time to leave a great review for us - it is appreciated. Hope we can assist you again in the future
Jeff B.
Working with Catherine and IFS has been a breath of fresh air. Communication has been excellent, she keeps you informed throughout the entire process and makes something that others could easily make difficult feel… well, easy.

If you want someone who treats your shipment like it actually matters (because it does), Catherine is the one. Highly recommend, my stress level definitely approves 😄.
Response from the owner:Glad you are happy with our service Jeff. Cath's communication is great - she does like to talk!😆We appreciate your business and look forward to assisting you again.
Rachel J.
Great service. We needed a parcel collecting from Italy - all arranged very smoothly, efficiently and a very quick delivery.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback Rachel. Glad everything went well for you and that you were happy with our service.
Alan G.
when a friend whose first langauge is not English needed a parcel shipping to Canada at short notice the team especially Paul came up trumps and pulled out all the stops i highly recommend this company
Response from the owner:Many thanks for the great review Alan, always happy to assist.
Emily S.
Lots of help and advice when shipping a ceramic sculpture to Dubai. Very smooth service and speedy delivery. Will definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:Really glad you were happy with our service Emily - hope to assist you again soon.
Declan B.
Great customer experience all the staff are great
Response from the owner:Appreciate the kind words Declan
Tony P.
Had 3 pallets to bring in from Greece. Sender was struggling with UK regulations. Spoke to one freight forwarder who just said 'can't help sorry' as their agent in Greece couldn't help. Was starting to worry until I found IFS. Google reviews looked good and when I spoke to Paul he couldn't have made things any easier. Pallets here safely within a couple of weeks, price cheaper than I was expecting and great communication throughout. Top top company.
Response from the owner:Hi Tony, thanks so much for the great review, we would be more than happy to help you with any further shipping requirements you have in the future!

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