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New EU Product Rules Demand Action

A major change is coming to the way products are traded and tracked across the EU and businesses that fail to prepare could face serious compliance challenges.  The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is being introduced as part of the EU’s

Adopting US Import Rule Changes with Confidence

As regulatory demands increase across global trade, compliance isn’t just a box-ticking exercise, it’s a competitive advantage and nowhere is this more evident than in the U.S., where import rules are shifting once again.  Among the most significant developments is

Market Report June 2025 | Europe

As we enter the summer season, supply chains across Europe are being shaped by a mix of stabilising volumes, evolving rate structures, and shifting capacity dynamics. While the broader economic outlook remains cautious, key freight markets are showing signs of

Future-Proofing Supply Chains: The Six Critical Risks You Must Address

In today’s volatile markets businesses face growing pressure to balance profitability, sustainability, and operational resilience. From the impact of geopolitical instability and trade restrictions to evolving consumer expectations around sustainability, supply chain vulnerabilities are becoming more complex and costly. As brands

Transpacific Congestion and Capacity Crunch

The 90-day suspension of US-China tariffs has ignited a sharp spike in transpacific demand, pulling the traditional peak season forward by several months. US importers are racing to bring in goods before the 14 August deadline, driving rates higher and straining

What Exporters Must Know About the US-China Tariff Pause

European exporters selling into the US on DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms are being urged to look beyond the headlines surrounding the recent China-US tariff “pause,” as many underlying duties remain firmly in place and could trigger unexpected costs. The 90-day