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Our Festive Season Business Hours
As we approach the season of goodwill, it's time to confirm the Unique Forwarding business hours for customer service,...
More Ocean GRI’s On The Merry-Go-Round
Once more the merry-go-round of ocean freight rate levels sees carriers pushing for a GRI this month, despite this not being supported by market conditions and previous attempts to uplift rates failing to fully materialise.
No Respite For Panama Canal Delays
Delays at the Panama Canal have been worsening during recent weeks, as the record breaking drought continues to lead to large queues and waiting times.
New ETS Emission Surcharge Coming In From January
A new surcharge will be introduced from January for ocean freight, which is understood to cover the escalating requirements of the EU’s Emissions Trading System (ETS).
Maersk And MSC May Be Heading For Early Split
The 2M Alliance’s main two carriers are due to go their separate ways in 2025, but there have been recent signs that Maersk and MSC are starting to deploy their vessels separately on some loops.
Ocean Freight GRI’s Planned For November
Unique have been receiving carrier notifications of planned General Rate Increases (GRI’s) from next month that may affect multiple ocean freight routes.
More Blanked Sailings And A Winter Schedule
Following this month’s Chinese Golden Week, there is still no sign that demand levels for container shipping from Asia to Europe are starting to rise, which has resulted in another bout of blanked sailings.
Carrier Alliances Threatened By EU Announcement
The future of carrier alliances have come under threat this week after an announcement by the European Commission (EC) regarding existing legislation.
Welcome To Unique Forwarding’s New Website
Welcome to the new Unique Forwarding website, which has recently been launched in conjunction with our recent brand...
