Growing uncertainty surrounds evolving trade barriers, Brexit and wider economic issues. Supply chain leaders therefore need to respond quickly to shifts in demand and consider customer needs in today’s fast-paced market.
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The Freight Transport Association (FTA) advises logistics managers to think ahead and prepare for what might be a No Deal Brexit. These are uncertain times for businesses and to help you navigate these new waters FTA is holding an exclusive webinar: No Deal Brexit Briefings for Logistics Managers on 25 January 2019.
Hosted by a team of Brexit experts, the webinar will be invaluable for the logistics aspect of any business, especially regarding the movement of goods between the EU and UK. The webinar will offer detailed guidance for No Deal planning across all transport modes: road, sea, air and rail. For more details visit link >
‘Norway Plus’ could be least damaging form of Brexit for UK’s EU traders
Logistics expert says ‘Norway Plus’ is least damaging form of Brexit for UK’s EU traders
A leading logistics expert has said the so-called “Norway Plus” option is the least damaging practical form of Brexit for the UK’s companies trading with EU countries.
Adam Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, said the draft withdrawal agreement and political declaration agreed by Prime Minister Theresa May and the EU Commission seemed almost certain to be rejected by the House of Commons next week. Equally, it appeared there was no majority in Parliament for the UK leaving the bloc without a deal next March, the default option under the Article 50 withdrawal process. Read more >
Export has been a key focus for this year’s World Trade Summit, hosted by the Institute of Export and International Trade (IOE&IT). A research paper from Barclays and the Policy Institute at King’s College was a key focus throughout the day. This research particularly explored how the UK can help it’s export performance, supporting exporters to develop opportunities to further their trade.
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The new and updated UK schedule has caused some objections with WTO members and so International Trade Secretary, Dr Liam Fox, has written to the Telegraph to provide some clarification. Dr Fox has made it clear that in the unlikely scenario that no Brexit deal is reached the UK should be able to take full control of our trade policy in March 2019.
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