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…
Port of Cork is ‘Highly Commended’
The Port of Cork and its partners were ‘highly commended’ at Tuesday’s Seatrade Awards in the ‘Deal of the Year’ category in recognition of its work in securing significant funding for the development of the new Cork Container Terminal (CCT) in Ringaskiddy, which will...
Logistics expert warns ‘permanent customs union’ alone would not be enough
An international logistics expert has warned that even a permanent post-Brexit customs union with the EU would not alone mean frictionless trade with the bloc for British businesses. Mr Johnson, director of Leeds-based Tudor International Freight, explained: “The UK,...
Much needed road funding from the Government
Welcome news from the Department of Transport - £201 million has been granted to councils across England to undertake road maintenance and pothole repair. This is especially good news for haulage firms out there. Damaged road surfaces cost the logistics industry...
Proud members of the Bluebell Wood Hospice Business Club
International Freight Solutions are delighted to announce our new membership of the Bluebell Wood 365 Business Club. Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice are a much loved local charity who support more than 250 children with life-threatening or life-shortening conditions,...
The United Kingdom and European Union have agreed an extension to Article 50 to delay Brexit
The UK was scheduled to leave the EU at 11pm on 12 April 2019. However, a further extension to Article 50 has now been agreed to allow more time to conclude a Brexit deal with the EU. This extension will last until 31 October, unless a deal is agreed earlier. For the...
Global exporting checklist
With e-commerce sales showing no sign of slowing down, now is the time to start accepting orders from all over the globe. While it’s easy to configure your website to start delivering internationally, a robust global strategy is required for the longer term. It’s...
Last Mile Delivery: business solutions for you
Last mile delivery is the movement of goods from a transportation hub to their final destination and demands up to 53 per cent of total shipping costs. With e-commerce sales totalling $2.3 trillion worldwide, consumer demand for online purchases are driving growth...
Exports across the UK rise
Exports continue to rise across the UK According to new figures, the number of UK businesses exporting goods has increased by over 1,000 since this time last year, bringing the number to 110,800. More appetite from non-EU countries for UK goods has been seen, with the...
