We’re delighted to offer a new exclusive FCL express lane service from Casablanca, Morocco to Tilbury, UK. This new Sea Freight express lane boasts...
New Morocco to UK FCL express lane reduces transit time by half
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Shipping lightweight 20’s ex Turkey? Our direct consol service could be a better solution, here’s why!
Good Logistics’ Turkey Consol service offers direct container groupage (LCL) from Turkey to UK. We provide weekly services from Istanbul and...
World’s first ship tunnel to be built under Norwegian mountains
Norway has got the go-ahead to construct what's being billed as the world's first ship tunnel, designed to help vessels navigate the treacherous...
Suez Canal traffic finally moving again after stranded ship is refloated
The stranded container ship blocking the Suez Canal has been finally been refloated, with traffic in the channel now free to resume. Egyptian...
Suez Canal blocked by 200,000-tonne container ship
An Evergreen container vessel called the Ever Given became stuck in the Suez Canal on Tuesday 23rd March, blocking Europe and Asia's main shipping...
Could Short-Sea Container Services be the Solution for Avoiding Delays in your Supply Chain post Brexit?
The latest news in the UK says that the UK Government will provide temporary toilets for drivers caught short by delays at the border. The plan...
Lead times under pressure:- Equipment, space, congestion, challenges..
Following on from last month’s blog, discussing market conditions, the current position unfortunately is largely unchanged and looks set to remain...
Carriers feel the full affect of COVID-19
As the global pandemic continues to spread in certain parts of the world, Europe as a whole is pushing to get back to some sort of normality with...
Are bugs and parasites the next big problem for global shipping?
How can bugs and parasites be an issue for global shipping and eco-systems since the containers are sealed? The answer is ‘outside the box’. The...
USA Food Importing: Guide to the FDA’s Foreign Supplier Verification Programme (FSVP)
If you’re an importer in the USA or a supplier exporting to the USA, you may have heard of the Foreign Supplier Verification Programme (FSVP) that...
5 Tips for Choosing an Outsourced Warehouse Supplier
We've talked before about the benefits of using an outsourced warehouse, but once you've decided it's time to do so, how do you go about choosing...
The History of the Shipping Container
Shipping containers are everywhere, whether you spot a container ship carrying hundreds of these metal boxes along the coast or your favourite...
Incoterms 2020 – What To Expect?
A brand new set of revised Incoterms are expected to come into play from 1 Jan 2020, but what changes should we expect? We'll take a look at the...
Short-Sea Container Services – An Alternative to Road Freight and Post-Brexit Delays at Dover
Although the people of the UK and no doubt the rest of the world are still wondering whether the UK will ever actually leave the European Union,...
7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Third Party Logistics (3PL) Provider
When it comes to outsourcing your logistics requirements, you’re probably scratching your head wondering where to begin. With so many providers to...
The Future of Shipping and Logisitics
For the transport industry change is nothing new. While today we're looking ahead to a future of driverless vehicles powered by electricity, back in...
Asia – Europe Transit Times Set to Increase
The end of March will see carriers implement significant changes to their networks, which will result in longer average transit times between Asia...
BREXIT – Getting Prepared For A ‘NO DEAL’ Event
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The definition of Third Party Logistics and the differences between 1PL, 2PL, 3PL, 4PL and 5PL
Have you heard the term Third Party Logistics (3PL) and wondered what it means? 3PL (sometimes referred to as TPL) is when a company outsources...
What is a Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL) and does your business need one?
Are you considering outsourcing your transportation options to a third party logistics provider (3PL)? If so, you’ll need to have a good...
GUIDE: Calculating Chargeable Weight for Shipments – Actual Weight vs Volumetric Weight
If you're planning on shipping an FCL (Full Container Load) shipment, then weight won't usually be a factor to consider when working out your...
Importing from Turkey in the event of a No-Deal Brexit
If the UK does ultimately leave the EU with no deal in April 2019, then customs formalities will be required for movements between EU & UK. The...
Do you import goods from China? Find out how Chinese New Year 2019 could affect your supply chain
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is the most important of the holidays for the Chinese and is the first day of the first month in...
What is an Arab CofO?
An Arab CofO – or Arab Certificate of Origin – is an international trade document that is required for goods that are being exported to Arab League...
How to calculate VAT & Duty on goods imported from outside the EU
If you're planning on importing goods from outside of the EU, then VAT & Duty are two expenses that you need to factor into your costings. It...
CHECKLIST: A Guide for UK Customs Clearance of Goods
Just the word 'customs' can be enough to strike fear into any importer or exporter – especially if they're new to the process. But there's no reason...
The World’s Most Beautiful Ports
Shipping ports aren't generally known for being the prettiest of places. They're often found in the waterside industrial areas of cities, and the...
Hugo Stinnes appoints John Good as UK Liner Agent for Transatlantic Liner Service
Hugo Stinnes Schiffahrt GmbH, now part of the MACS family, has appointed John Good Logistics as its UK general liner agent for it’s MPP...
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Importing from Turkey
The 2017 trade deal between Britain and Turkey means that many businesses may be considering importing from Turkey for the first time. This could be...
Liverpool Port Congestion
There are significant delays at Liverpool Port as port operations slowed under the pressure of sudden and significant increases in containers...
Carriers Introducing ‘Emergency Bunker Surcharge’
Shipping Lines have started to introduce Emergency Bunker Surcharges as the cost of Fuel increases. Various shipping lines are in the process of...
LCL or FCL – Which Freight Forwarding Service Is Right For You?
When considering your freight forwarding shipping options, you're likely to come across the terms LCL and FCL. FCL refers to a Full Container Load,...
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[Guide] Spot Rates vs Contract Rates – Which freight rates are best for your business?
If you’re responsible for procuring freight forwarding services, you’ll have probably heard the terms ‘spot rates’ and ‘contract rates’ when it...
What Are Customs Commodity Codes and Why Do I Need Them?
For all UK imports and exports, commodity codes are used to classify goods to ensure the right amounts of tax, VAT and duty are paid. Here, we...
An Economic Powerhouse – Manchester’s thriving economy and its impact on shipping & logistics
With a population of 2.8 million, Greater Manchester is central to the Government-backed Northern Powerhouse, a plan to boost economic growth by...
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[Guide] What kind of shipping container should I use?
You’ve no doubt seen many pictures of container ships similar to the one above, but despite the variances in colours, it’s not always obvious that...
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[Checklist] Shipping Food or Beverages? 5 things to ask potential freight forwarders before you put your goods in their hands
If you’re importing or exporting food or beverages, you’ll be well aware of the stringent regulations that must be followed to ensure their safe...
10 Ways to Improve your Freight Forwarding Tender
Selecting the right freight forwarder to meet your shipping needs can be a difficult task, and you might decide to invite potential service...
A short guide to the different sea freight shipping services
As the world’s most cost-effective method of moving commodities around the globe, sea freight is a crucial part of the global supply chain. But are...
Sea Freight or Air Freight – Which freight forwarding service should you choose?
When it comes to international shipping, there are two main transportation options available to you - sea freight and air freight. Each has its own...
Car Shipping: Which is better? RoRo shipping or Container Shipping?
If you're looking into car shipping or vehicle shipping, you're probably wondering which is the best way to do it? Whether you need to ship a single...
What are Shipping Incoterms and what do they all mean?
Incoterms are an internationally recognised set of instructions used in the global transportation of goods. They define the division of...
Less than container load (LCL) Shipments – How does it work?
So, you’ve sourced your supplier, signed off the product sample, and you’re ready to place your order and arrange the shipping service. But what do...
A Guide to Shipping Perishables Using Reefer Containers
When it comes to shipping containers, it’s really not a case of one size fits all. There are various different types of container designed to meet...
10 Amazing and Innovative ways to use a Shipping Container
Shipping containers serve a pretty useful function, helping to transport goods safely across the world. However, when they come to the end of their...
What Does Brexit Mean for the Shipping Industry?
The UK’s decision to leave the European Union has created much uncertainty within the shipping industry, both in the UK and among its trade partners...
How Many Pallets Fit in a Shipping Container?
When thinking about shipping goods internationally, one of the key considerations is planning how to pack your cargo into a shipping container to...
10 global trends that affect supply and demand in the container shipping industry
The container shipping industry is precariously balanced, with many different factors playing a part in its potential growth or decline. Let’s look...
Hanjin – What happens when a shipping line collapses?
Following the news of Hanjin’s collapse, it’s safe to say that the situation leaves us ‘all at sea’. Vessels are stuck at sea or at anchor with crew...