International Logistics Summary – June/July

July 20, 2021

International Logistics Summary – June/July

Jul 20, 2021

International Logistics Summary – June/July, Evolution Forwarding

Follow Us

Stay up to date with our news and articles on social media

Contact Us

Tel 0800 434 6244
Email info@evolutionforwarding.com

Since the covid outbreak, moving goods internationally has become an experience often fraught with congestion, a lack of equipment and delays. Below is a summary of some current issues in major regions.

Asia

The Suez Canal blockage and temporary closure of yantian port last month, has led to more delays from Asia, with space and container shortages continuing.

Ocean freight rates have continued to spiral and, as we enter the traditional peak season, there is no sign of the situation letting up in the near future.

Supply chains continue to be extremely disrupted by market conditions from Asia to Europe and the USA, and many resourceful businesses are trying to source products elsewhere.

Europe

Brexit customs formalities, which saw the planned six month transitions enter this month, are still holding up shipments around Europe, particularly UK exports.

The biggest issue, which continues to mean delays and high pricing across the board, is the ongoing driver shortage. Equipment with a driver is in very high demand.

The recent increase in coronavirus cases has been impacting the driver situation further, with more testing and more drivers needing to self isolate.

North America

Port congestion and transport shortages continue throughout the USA, with little sign of improvement in the near future.

UK Container Transport

Container transport is being majorly impacted by the HGV/LGV driver shortage right now. The situation is now felt to be critical as driver numbers have declined since Brexit and the ongoing coronavirus issues. Prior to the covid outbreak there was an estimated shortfall of 60,000 drivers in the UK, that is now believed to be over 100,000.

The RHA (Road Haulage Association) have been lobbying government to act, by enabling temporary working visas for foreign nationals, amongst other suggested solutions. The UK lost many European drivers that returned home following Brexit.

The shortage in available drivers is leading to many importers incurring quay rent and demurrage charges as transport cannot be arranged prior to the free period expiring.

 

 

Evolution Forwarding specialise in dangerous goods packing and international logistics, by air, ocean and road. We provide complete solutions for general freight, which includes packing, documentation, compliance and training for dangerous goods products. For further information please email info@evolutionforwarding.com or call 0800 4346244.

 

Dangerous Goods Logistics

Find out more about our Dangerous Goods Packing & Logistics Services

Dangerous Goods Compliance

Find out more about our Dangerous Goods Compliance Services

brought to you by the dangerous goods people

Evolution Forwarding offer a range of dangerous goods and logistics services including packing, classification, training, DGSA services, air freight, ocean freight and road freight.

Related Articles

International Logistics Summary – June/July, Evolution Forwarding

US Train Derailment Releases Deadly Gas

The derailment of a freight train in Livingston, Kentucky, led to the release of deadly gases last week forcing the evacuation of local residents.

International Logistics Summary – June/July, Evolution Forwarding

2023 Festive Season Hours and Cut Offs

In order to give customers as much notice as possible, please find everything you need to know about closing dates and times during the upcoming Festive Season. 

brought to you by the dangerous goods people

Evolution Forwarding offer a range of dangerous goods and logistics services including packing, classification, training, DGSA services, air freight, ocean freight and road freight.

Follow us on social media

US Train Derailment Releases Deadly Gas

US Train Derailment Releases Deadly Gas

The derailment of a freight train in Livingston, Kentucky, led to the release of deadly gases last week forcing the evacuation of local residents. 16 freight cars of the CSX train derailed and caught fire, two of them being tank cars carrying molten sulphur, which is...

read more
2023 Festive Season Hours and Cut Offs

2023 Festive Season Hours and Cut Offs

In order to give customers as much notice as possible, please find everything you need to know about closing dates and times during the upcoming Festive Season. FESTIVE SEASON WORKING HOURS   Friday, 22nd Dec - 0900 to 1730 HoursSaturday, 23rd Dec - ClosedSunday,...

read more
Early Detection AI System For RoRo Ship Fires

Early Detection AI System For RoRo Ship Fires

An Israeli company has developed an AI system that detects ship fires early by interpreting abnormal images caught by cameras, and carrier MOL is about to equip them on several of its new build ro-ro vessels. It's hoped that the AI-driven system for early fire...

read more
DfT’s Requirements For Record Keeping (Including DG)

DfT’s Requirements For Record Keeping (Including DG)

The Department for Transport (DfT) have laid out record keeping guidelines for employers that are valid from 13th November 2023 and these also relate to your dangerous goods training records. Employers must: keep staff training records for a minimum of 6 years from...

read more