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…
Trump’s tariffs may be reduced but their impact will be felt in the UK and beyond
The Guardian examines potential consequences of US president’s market chaos, which could reach every corner of global finance and economy…
US Tariff impact on UK revealed by British Chambers of Commerce
Poll by the British Chambers of Commerce of more than 600 business has revealed the extent to which UK firms expect to be hit by US tariffs…
Logistics UK: Lower Thames Crossing approval is a momentous decision
Announcement by Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander to approve Development Consent Order (DCO) for the Lower Thames Crossing…
Electric HGV charging ‘superhubs’ planned for motorway services
New national network of charging stations for electric heavy goods vehicles (HGV) will be built, with first 15 to be opened by end of 2027…
Logistics critical to success of Government’s Growth Strategy?
Leaders of 30 major UK businesses have signed a letter to Business & Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds MP, urging him to ensure that the logistics industry…
Trump launches plan to target countries with new trade tariffs
US President Donald Trump is sharpening plans to hit exports from countries that he says have trade policies that are unfair to the US…
Lowering the controlled temperature for logistics results in significant energy savings?
Three degrees for global cold chain change: The -15 Movement looks to make big changes with a small shift in 3°C.
Port of Felixstowe Changes from VBS to Container Booking System (CBS)
The Port of Felixstowe has introduced its new CBS from the 1st January 2025. CBS replaces its Vehicle Booking System (VBS)…
