According to Robert Keen at the British International Freight Association (BIFA), the COVID-19 crisis has put emphasis on the importance that freight forwarders play in delivering vital commodities through our international supply chains. After spending many years being the “invisible hand of international shipping” Keen speaks of freight forwarders as, “the important role……taking centre stage…
May 20, 2020 /
From 1 January 2021, the UK will apply a UK-specific tariff to imported goods. This UK Global Tariff (UKGT) will replace the EU’s Common External Tariff, which applies until 31 December 2020. The new tariff is tailored to the needs of the UK economy. It will support the economy by making it easier and cheaper…
We are very proud to announce that we have arranged a full charter of vital PPE equipment directly for the NHS to arrive today. Flight number F79540 landing into London Heathrow at 13.30 from China. Our thanks as ever go out to the NHS and all those working to keep us safe.
April 28, 2020 /
China is now the UK’s eighth largest export market. In 2017, the UK sold nearly £17 billion worth of goods and services and that figure is only going to increase. As China’s economy grows and its middle class consumer base expands, the country will be an even more important market for the UK. For companies…
April 5, 2020 /
Supreme Freight assist companies in the process of transporting goods from one place to another. We use the most cost-effective methods with a suitable shipping company to ensure that every point of the journey goes smoothly. Supreme Freight contract with several companies covering sea, air or road to transport goods on behalf of our clients.…
Southampton port has been classified as a vital site for the country in terms of supply chain, and there are no plans to cease operations, despite the crippling effects of the Covid-19 virus taking hold of the country. We’re working hard as ever from their homes to ensure critical medical supplies and other essentials can…
Freight logistics is the overseeing and management of a cost effective operation and the delivery of goods. It combines logistics experience, human resources and knowledge to ensure the smooth journey of goods between carriers and shippers. Freight logistic activities in their most basic form include: Making contact, selecting and engaging carriers and transport companies. Negotiating…
Air freight logistics is the shipment of goods via a chartered or scheduled air carrier. Air freight is a popular choice for many companies as it ensures passage for their goods to anywhere in the world that an aircraft can fly to and land. Goods transported by air have the advantage of being taken to…
Supreme Freight assists companies in the process of transporting goods from one place to another. We use the most cost-effective methods with a suitable shipping company to ensure that every point of the journey goes smoothly. At Supreme we contract with specialist companies covering sea, air or road to transport goods on behalf of their…
If you are considering the logistics of Importing goods into the United Kingdom for your business, sea freight will naturally be an option you will consider. Sea freight is a good choice for those businesses that are looking to import a large amount of consumer goods and is most often used when importing from Far East…