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A gradual return to the Suez Canal route, for shorter Asia ocean freight journeys, highlights the importance of tracking shipments and having full visibility.

Freight operators should prepare for the likelihood of higher fuel surcharges following a significant increase in global oil prices amid further instability across the Middle East.

According to BIFA, security officers at the Port of Felixstowe started wearing body-worn cameras during searches from Monday 17th August, as part of measures designed to improve safety and provide a clearer record of security interactions.

The ongoing conflict involving the US and Iran continues to severely disrupt shipping through the Persian Gulf, with around 150 cargo vessels understood to remain stranded in the region.

Ongoing wildfires in France and Spain are continuing to place pressure on regional supply chains, with road closures, evacuations and extreme temperatures affecting freight movements across several important transport areas.

The United States has replaced its temporary global import surcharge with new tariffs of between 10% and 12.5%, extending duties across 60 of its largest international trading partners.

The EU’s introduction of a €3 customs duty on low-value ecommerce imports is beginning to reshape air freight networks as logistics adjust to the new requirements.

A series of confrontations involving container vessels has unfolded in the Strait of Hormuz following Iran’s brief closure and reopening of the strategic waterway last weekend.

The escalation of conflict in the Middle East is already placing severe strain on regional logistics networks, with growing potential to affect supply chains far beyond the region.

The Panama Canal Authority has begun releasing excess water after several days of heavy rain — a dramatic reversal for one of the world’s most vital shipping routes.

The United Kingdom is moving ahead with plans to implement its own ETS, following the recent transition of the EU Emissions Trading System into its full compliance phase.

Maersk Line took a significant step toward normalising global container shipping by becoming the first major carrier to reinstate a fully regular service through the Suez Canal, but security issues have returned since.

Nationwide industrial action against government austerity plans is expected to heavily disrupt logistics operations across Belgium and France over the coming week.

A cargo aircraft skidded off the runway at Hong Kong early Monday morning, plunging into the sea and tragically resulting in the deaths of two airport ground workers.

To assist traders with ICS2 preparations, HMRC has issued an invite for members to attend a live webinar dedicated to ICS2 requirements for movements into Northern Ireland and the EU.

HMRC has issued an update on the implementation of ICS2 for goods moving by road and rail, including RoRo movements, from Great Britain to Northern Ireland.

Port congestion remains a major threat to global supply chains, with Northern Europe’s key gateways facing renewed strain from peak-season volumes.

From January 1st 2026, France will implement significant changes for businesses importing under Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) terms via Regime 42.

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the UK’s transit system, HMRC has confirmed that the UK will transition to the new NCTS6 system by  September 1st.

Starting September 1st, all road and rail freight shipments entering or transiting through the EU will be subject to new safety and security requirements known as ICS2

The Trump administration’s upcoming port fee policy, set to take effect in October, is creating ripples across the global shipbuilding industry, particularly in China.

Port congestion at global ports and container terminals has become a significant obstacle for ocean freight services, causing widespread disruptions and delays across global supply chains.

Cargo operations are now back up and running at London Heathrow following the fire at an electricity substation that forced the airport’s closure on Friday March 21st. 

The French port of Calais, a key route for European trade with the UK through Dover, has been impacted by a work stoppage today, Thursday, February 27th, after port workers walked out.

From August 2025, costs for the inspection of animal and plant products during importation may be set to rise by 27% in the UK, which is the subject of much debate.

Northern Europe seems to have become the latest region being impacted by labour disputes at its ports, following on from the disruption witnessed in North America during recent times.

From February 1st, 999L will not be valid and declarants will need to use an alternative document code to apply waiver declarations.

Following an outbreak of the highly contagious Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Germany, the UK government banned the import of animal, meat and dairy products from the country last week.

From January 31st, Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) must be submitted when importing goods from the EU in to the UK.

HMRC have confirmed that Government S&S declarations for EU imports will now be introduced on 31st January 2025 instead of later this month.

All member countries of the Common Transit Convention (CTC) will introduce the final new features of NCTS5, known as Final State Rules, from January 22nd 2025.

Safety and Security declarations have applied to imports from non-EU countries since 2011. Import requirements for goods from the EU are due to be implemented from 31 October 2024.

The industry is currently on the verge of a major port strike in the United States, which could halt operations at 36 ports throughout the US East and Gulf Coasts.