Welcome to our IFS News Blog
In this section we share what’s happening in the world of international freight forwarding, with news updates, worldwide freight resources and much more…
An update on supply-chain delays caused by conflict in the Middle East
These developments are severely affecting shipments through key Middle Eastern routes and carrying significant worldwide implication…
International Freight Solutions Ltd is a member of BIFA
The leading body representing the UK International Freight Services industry – The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is the prime trade association for UK registered companies…
Blanked sailings soar as carriers anticipate Chinese New Year slump
The transpacific, transatlantic, & Asia-Europe trades are all set for a surge in blanked sailings as China’s new year celebrations…
Canadian pension funds to exit UK’s biggest port operator in £10bn deal
FT has reported that two Canadian pension giants plan to sell their stakes in AB Ports in a deal that they hope will value the UK’s biggest ports operator…
First Electric Heavy-goods Vehicle crosses Channel Tunnel with Leshuttle Freight
In a joint effort, Kuehne+Nagel, LeShuttle Freight, Voltempo, and DAF Trucks have successfully sent first eHGV) through the Channel Tunnel…
New EU Import Security Rules started in January 2026
Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the new safety & security declaration system for movements into Northern Ireland and the European Union…
A Red Sea return would be a game changer for container shipping in 2026
Container lines deciding to navigate back to the Red Sea is arguably the most important development to watch for in the global shipping market this year…
Freight forwarding goes right back to the 1800’s!
Back in 1836 Thomas Meadows and Company Limited, London began to see the need for this industry with demand for more reliable rail transport…
