March 2019

No deal still possible, warns BIFA boss

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is advising its members to continue preparing for a no-deal departure on 29 March, until things become clearer. Director general Robert Keen, said: “Confusion reigns and with less than a fortnight to go before Brexit, no proposal is off the table and some suggest that a ‘no deal’ exit can happen because last week’s vote was advisory. “A no-deal departure would be very disruptive and damaging ... [+]

U-Freight offers service for e-commerce start-ups

U-Freight launches logistics has launched a new product for e-commerce start-ups, e+ Solutions. It is aimed at shippers with limited resources who are looking for cost effective behind-the-scenes assistance with order fulfilment, logistics and administration operations. U-Freight has also created a new website for its e+ Solutions product, www.eplusss.com The new service ... [+]

Container fires: much work still to do

Recent container ship fires have focussed attention on the incorrect processing of dangerous goods and given new impetus to the nascent Cargo Integrity campaign initiated by the TT Club, says the transport and logistics insurer. The recent fire aboard Yantian Express, details of the final judgment on the  MSC Flaminia explosion ... [+]

São Paulo to be Virgin’s first South American city

Virgin Atlantic Cargo is to launch flights between London Heathrow and São Paulo, Brazil in 2020. A daily 787 will offer several tonnes of capacity on the carrier’s first foray into South America and will give direct access into the continent’s largest import and export market and the largest base ... [+]

Deal will put wind in North East’s sails, says PD Ports

North-east based PD Ports has welcomed the Offshore Wind Sector Deal agreed by the industry and the government, saying it would lead to significant employment and economic benefits in the region. The deal calls for a third of all UK electricity will be produced by offshore wind by 2030. PD Ports business ... [+]

New chief for air charterers

Weston Aviation chief executive Nick Weston (left) has been appointed chairman of BACA – The Air Charter Association. He succeeds Richard Mumford \(right) who has held the role since 2016.   [+]

Scots rail industry steps up to the challenge

A group of rail freight operators, Network Rail, users, industry bodies and hauliers have launched a joint strategy to meet the 7.5% growth target for railfreight in Scotland, set by the Scottish Government last year. It includes Russell Group, WH Malcolm and DRS. [+]

ABP appoints bulk chief

ABP has appointed Martin Bardle to run its Humber International Terminal bulk facility in Immingham. He was previously ABP’s head of compliance. [+]

VIIA to run Macon-Calais train

Trailer-on-rail intermodal operator VIIA has introduced a new service between Mâcon in east-central France and Calais. The official launch will be on 19 March. [+]

John G Russell gets AEO

John G Russell (Transport) has gained Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accreditation from HM Revenue & Customs, for its Hillington, Glasgow site. Benefits of AEO include simplified customs procedures, the right to ‘fast-track’ shipments with fewer physical and document-based controls, priority treatment in case of selection for customs control and improved ... [+]

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