Sustainability is becoming an increasing priority for all businesses. But it’s not an easy thing to manage when your business relies upon the movement of freight around Europe. The logistics sector is fuel-hungry almost by default, so building sustainability into your...
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Why the USA Is a Top Export Destination for UK Businesses
Regardless of global politics, the United States remains an important trade partner for the UK. In 2024, £59.3 billion of UK goods were exported to the US, making America our most valuable trade destination. With a shared language, similar legal systems, and...
Why Singapore Is a Strategic Hub for Air Freight in Asia
Singapore has been known as one of the world’s leading logistics hubs for decades. In 2024, the Port of Singapore handled over 41 million twenty foot equivalent units (TEU) of containerised cargo and more than 626 million tonnes of general cargo. While between 1.8...
How Do You Calculate Air Freight Rates?
If your business regularly ships freight overseas, it’s worth taking the time to understand how air freight pricing works. It can affect everything from your day-to-day operations and costs to the service you provide. Knowing what goes into calculating those rates –...
How South Africa’s Wine Industry Uses Air Freight to Reach Global Markets
South Africa is renowned for its award-winning wines, cultivated in the picturesque regions of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and the Western Cape. While the country’s wine industry has traditionally relied on sea freight to export its products globally, there's a growing...
Why the USA’s Tech Giants Rely on Air Freight for Rapid Global Expansion
In today’s hyper-connected global economy, speed and precision are everything. Especially for the world’s leading technology companies. From the latest smartphones to semiconductors, the USA’s tech giants depend heavily on both inbound and outbound air freight to...
How Japan’s Advanced Logistics Infrastructure Benefits Air Freight
When it comes to logistics, Japan is a global leader. With a reputation for precision, efficiency, and innovation, the country has built a logistics infrastructure to be envied. For import/export businesses, this is a distinct advantage, making sending air freight to...
How to Reduce Costs When Importing and Exporting via Air Freight
Air freight is one of the fastest and most reliable ways to move goods across the globe. Whether you're importing electronics from Japan, exporting machinery to the USA, or shipping luxury goods to South Africa, air freight offers unmatched speed. However, this...
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From Seafood to Semiconductors: Singapore’s Biggest Air Freight Exports
Singapore is a vibrant global trade hub, seamlessly connecting Asia to the rest of the world. Its strategic location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and robust logistics networks make it a vital territory for many UK importers and exporters. With air freight...
The UK-Japan Trade Agreement: What It Means for Air Freight Shipping
The UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into effect on January 1, 2021. It was one of the first and most significant trade agreements following Brexit. Facilitating smoother, faster, and more cost-effective logistics, the agreement has...
The Future of Air Freight in the UAE: Trends to Watch in 2025 and Beyond
Dubai is widely known as a global business hub. Located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, it’s the ultimate destination for trade and logistics. Consequently, it handles high volumes of both inbound and outbound air freight. Dubai International Airport...