BIFA: extend Brexit transition to cushion corona shock
PRESS RELEASE – The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is calling upon the UK government to request an extension to the Brexit transition period. As a result of the coronavirus, “members will be less well...Read more
Port of Felixstowe Upgrades Ro/Ro Facilities
PRESS RELEASE – In her first port visit of 2020, Maritime Minister Nusrat Ghani MP has inspected the site of work to upgrade Roll-on/Roll-off facilities at Hutchison Ports Port of Felixstowe. The works will allow the...Read more
Geodis and Arkema test future border system for Brexit
PRESS RELEASE – Geodis partnered with Arkema to take part in the dry runs organized by French Customs to test the future customs arrangements that will be implemented in the event of a “no-deal” Brexit....Read more
Brexit stress leads to double digit growth in Zeebrugge
The Port of Zeebrugge saw its cargo volumes increase with 14.3% in the first quarter of 2019 due to pre-Brexit stress. Total throughput amounts to 10.7 million tonnes. According to port director Joachim Coens many shippers...Read more