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The British government’s aim to have “the most effective border in the world” is a long way off, according to the country’s National Audit Office (NAO), which found that repeated delays have meant ongoing uncertainty, increase in risk and the addition of unnecessary costs.

“Maersk Air Cargo Limited (company number: 06503461) has applied to operate charter and scheduled flights between any combination of points, within the terms of the holder’s Air Operator’s Certificate,” said the document, available on the authority’s website.

According to the application, Maersk Air Cargo Limited has a Manchester-registered address.

Aircraft refuelling handlers working for AFS at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) will initiate industrial action for 72 hours beginning on May 4.

50 staff that are part of the Unite trade union are due to strike for 72 hours. The industrial action could potentially affect large numbers of services into and out of the gateway, including significant numbers of passenger flights with bellyhold cargo capacity, if aircraft are not refuelled as normal.

Shanghai's Outbound Trade Surges 8.9% on Strong Demand for Chinese Exports, Especially to Europe and the U.S.

Logistics firms are targeting cost savings and faster and more efficient deliveries as they incorporate generative AI into operations.

Businesses are increasingly embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their supply chain operations, aiming to reduce costs, expedite distribution, and mitigate potential disruptions

Spectacular growth in UK automobile exports to Azerbaijan and a near-simultaneous rise in similar exports from the former Soviet state to Russia has heightened speculation of sanctions circumvention.

UK makers cannot export cars to Russia; however, analysis by Sky News indicates they are selling a significant number of vehicles, especially luxury models, to former Soviet states, which then appear to be moved into Russia.

While container spot rates on the transpacific are falling steadily week on week, the decline in Asia-Europe rates is accelerating, prompting ocean carriers to announce revised FAK (freight all kinds) rates for April on the tradelane.

From 1 April, Hapag-Lloyd’s new Asia-North Europe FAK rates will be $1,600 per 20ft and $3,000 per 40ft, while for western Mediterranean ports, the rates will be $2,800 and $3,500.

Large companies in the EU are closer to having to address their contributions to global warming and use of forced labour in supply chains.

Yesterday, the European Parliament Legal Affairs Committee agreed a new directive – but what was voted on was described as a “watered down” version that won’t have as big an impact as anticipated.

The turbulence of the last few years has left supply chains with a sense of urgency to future-proof their operations.

It’s widely accepted that automation and digitization will be at the heart of achieving the resilience, agility, efficiency, and sustainability needed to meet changing demands. But automation employing artificial intelligence isn’t just about headline-grabbing tech like exoskeletons, driverless delivery vehicles and drone shipping.