Global container shipping is evolving rapidly, with Asia–Europe trade lanes showing fresh strength just as the transpacific market enters a significant slowdown. This divergence is creating new...
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US Customs Reforms Raise Questions on HTS Entries and Transshipped Goods
Businesses responsible for customs clearing goods into the US are adjusting to two significant Customs and Border Protection (CBP) changes that could affect classification practices and the...
Survey Highlights Why Supply Chains Must Evolve or Fall Behind
Global businesses must prepare for a fundamental overhaul of their supply chains, as the cumulative impact of geopolitical tension, climate volatility, cost inflation and sourcing risk reshapes the...
Budget Pressures Raise Questions for Business
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has triggered fresh uncertainty after cancelling a planned welfare reform expected to save £5.5 billion, leaving a significant hole in the Treasury’s accounts and raising...
Metro Expands Indian Presence with New Chennai Facility
Metro’s momentum in India continues to accelerate, with the opening of a second office in Chennai to support the ongoing expansion of Metro’s operations globally. Designed to accommodate an...
Middle East Air Freight Disruption Despite Partial Recovery
Qatar Airways has resumed operations from Doha following a temporary airspace closure triggered by Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Qatar and Iraq. The reopening has offered some relief, but...
Momentum for UK Carmakers in Landmark US Trade Deal
British car manufacturers will benefit from cost savings and improved export competitiveness, following the formal implementation of the first stage of the UK–US ‘Economic Prosperity Deal’ signed at...
Real-Time Visibility Takes Flight
New live flight tracking powers smarter airfreight decisions with MVT Track & Trace. We’re excited to share a powerful new upgrade to MVT Track & Trace, Metro’s shipment visibility platform,...
Pressure Builds on India–Europe Sea Freight
Indian exports are facing growing challenges on the India–Europe sea freight corridor as space tightens, equipment shortages emerge, and rates rise sharply, as carriers push through significant...
The EU’s Digital Product Passport
The European Union is introducing a new product reporting regime that will reshape how goods are traded across the region. The Digital Product Passport (DPP) will become mandatory for a growing list...
Tariff Pause Triggers Surge in Ocean Freight Rates – But Legal Roadblocks Lie Ahead
Container shipping lines are driving spot rates sharply higher, with the 2025 transpacific peak season likely to begin earlier than usual, fuelled by a surge in US imports from Asia. Spot rates on...
Air Cargo Outlook Strengthens
Global air cargo demand continues to show signs of recovery, driven by seasonal trends, front-loaded shipments and shifting trade flows. However, market conditions remain volatile, with varying...











