While they may have ended 2019 with rising rates and a buoyant spot market, largely due to blanked sailings, the global container shipping lines will need to control capacity in 2020 better than...
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Brexit. What now
With the Brexit withdrawal agreement bill moving irrevocably into legislation, some may think it provides an opportunity to relax, but Metro are accelerating preparations to support customers in the...
Two tunnels and one world record
If you follow the project forwarding press you may have seen reports on our joint venture partner Fracht’s, multi-modal transportation of the 515 tonne tunnel boring machine, Mary from the recently...
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Felixstowe is set to be hit by industrial action over Christmas, after 110 engineers at Felixstowe voted 98% in favour of strike action over plans to outsource their employment. The stoppages will...
Supporting young professionals
Metro are proud to sponsor the next BIFA Young Forwarder Network meeting in the Midlands. On 08.01.20 @ The Botanist, 14-16 Temple Street, Birmingham Continuous learning and professional development...
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French pension and fuel strikes
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Container shipping lines face £10 billion IMO 2020
The IMO’s global emissions regulations come into force in January 2020, imposing a large reduction in sulphur emissions by the 5,200 container vessels currently in operation globally. The IMO’s...
Heathrow delivery inefficiencies
London Heathrow seek forwarder assistance for a solution to the delivery inefficiencies and congestion that continue to plague the cargo village at London Heathrow, colloquially know as the...
Brexit uncertainty hurting UK car industry
The uncertainty of Brexit is impacting investment and performance, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) were told last week by senior automotive executives. The majority of...
The future of freight; a UK strategy
The freight sector supports over 2.5 million jobs and contributes £124 billion to the economy, which is why the government is seeking guidance on its future strategy. The freight sector supports...