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MP’s Vote In Favour Of Windsor Framework
The UK’s new trade deal for Northern Ireland was effectively passed in the Houses of Commons yesterday, with a vote of 515 to 29.

Space Issues Return To Asian Market
Despite demand continuing to be low for imports from Asia, we are currently witnessing a return to space issues and booking rollovers.

Christine Speaking At Women In Freight Event
Atlantic Pacific Group Director – Christine Nichols – will be judging the 2023 ‘Everywoman Transport & Logistics Awards’.

Group Director Christine Nichols Judges ‘Everywomen’ Awards
Atlantic Pacific Group Director – Christine Nichols – will be judging the 2023 ‘Everywoman Transport & Logistics Awards’.

Elephant Statues Don’t Move Themselves
The Atlantic Pacific team were out and about recently delivering elephant statues to artists, ahead of this summer’s ‘Herd in the City’.

Northern Ireland – The Windsor Framework
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed a new agreement is in place with the EU, for a new model under the Northern Ireland Protocol.

25 Days Until IFE2023 And Counting
We’re looking forward to showcasing Atlantic Pacific from our own stand at IFE2023 and there’s just 25 days to go.

A Clearer Picture of Major Carrier Split
The intentions of both MSC and Maersk have started to unravel and a clearer picture has emerged of what they have planned.

First Lady Chairman of LFC
Atlantic Pacific Director – Christine Nichols – has been appointed as the first Lady Chairman of The London Freight Club (LFC).

Unity In Community Update
Our Unity In Community team have been continuing their efforts and below is a taster of two upcoming projects.

Turkey Earthquake Logistics Update
Logistics in Turkey have naturally been impacted, predominantly in the South, near the country’s border with Syria.

Last Ever Boeing 747 Delivered
The last ever Boeing 747 is being delivered this week, flying from Boeing’s Everett factory today.

Civil Service Strike To Affect Customs
BIFA have advised that next week’s civil service strike is likely to impact customs at UK airports, seaports and ro-ro ports.

2M Alliance Confirms Split From 2025
The world’s two biggest shipping lines, Maersk & MSC, have confirmed they will cease vessel sharing in 2025.

Food & Drink – We’re Exhibiting at IFE 2023
Atlantic Pacific have taken a stand at IFE2023 which will be held at ExCel London between 20th and 22nd March.

Asia Carriers Blank Over 50 Sailings
Carrier alliances have cancelled an incredible 53 Asia-Europe sailings in the first few weeks of 2023.

French Strike Likely To Disrupt Logistics
Much of France will be striking this Thursday, 19th January, in protest against President Macron’s pension reform.

CNY – The Year Of The Rabbit
The Year Of The Rabbit – It’s time to share some facts and information about this annual celebration.

Predictions: And The Winners Are…
Along with the world cup, Atlantic Pacific’s World Cup Predictor competition has come to an end. Winners now need to claim prizes.

An Atlantic Pacific Christmas Message
That most wonderful time of year is fast approaching and we felt it was time to get into the spirit and bring some Christmas cheer.

CDS Exports Delayed Until November 23
The CDS platform will now replace CHIEF for export declarations from November 2023, delayed from March 2023.

China: Restrictions Reduced & Early CNY
China has reduced some of its Covid restrictions this week in a change to the government’s zero tolerance approach.

Our Holiday Season Business Hours
The festive season is fast approaching, which means it is time to share our holiday season business hours for 2022/3.

This Year’s Atlantic Pacific Christmas Video
Our Christmas themed video for 2022. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year from the directors & staff of Atlantic Pacific.

South Korean Truck Strike Impacts Ports
Police have begun escorting truckers through picket lines after South Korean drivers recently blocked the country’s main ports of Busan and Gwangyang.

Atlantic Pacific Join Cold Chain Connect
Atlantic Pacific are pleased to confirm that we have recently become member of ‘Cold Chain Connect’, the global perishable cargo alliance.

Join Our World Cup Predictor Game
Atlantic Pacific are running a World Cup Predictor competition by way of a league within FIFA’s own prediction game.

Liverpool Port Dispute Appears Resolved
The latest planned strike at the Port of Liverpool has been cancelled as the union and management have now come to an agreement.

Air Handler Strike Starts The World Cup
A ground handler strike at London Heathrow has been set for later this month, which may affect Qatar flights ahead of the World Cup.

Group Donate to Breast Cancer Trust
Atlantic Pacific Director – Chrissy Nichols – presented a cheque for £1000 to the Lady McAdden Breast Cancer Charity.

Driving Ahead For Breast Cancer
Atlantic Pacific participated in the ONE golf day on 27th October to help support and raise awareness of breast cancer.

The Pound, Imports And Exports
The last few weeks have been an unprecedented time in British politics, with the strength of the pound reacting accordingly.

Atlantic Pacific Attend Freight Summit
Atlantic Pacific attended the 13th Global Freight Summit Conference, successfully held in Bangkok.

China: Capacity Measures & Covid
Carriers are currently reducing capacity through blank sailings from Asia as the overall demand continues to dip.

Liverpool Strike With Redundancies Looming
Workers at the Port of Liverpool have started their second strike over pay, as the port confirm a restructure.

Not So Golden Week In China?
Saturday is National Day In China, which commemorates the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

Suez Vessel Owners In London Court
Shoei Kisen Kaisha, the Japanese owners of the infamous Ever Given vessel, have been taken to court.

Customs CDS Goes Live This Weekend
The CDS platform replaces CHIEF for import declarations from this weekend, 1st October 2022.

Observing Monday’s Bank Holiday
Atlantic Pacific were extremely sad to hear the devastating news of Queen Elizabeth’s passing.

Second Felixstowe Strike Confirmed
Felixstowe dock workers have served two weeks notice of their intention to hold a second strike

Liverpool Port Strike In September
The Unite Union have confirmed the Liverpool port walk out from Monday 19th September to October 3rd.

Lockdowns Continue Throughout China
Lockdowns are continuing to impact many cities throughout China, raising concerns about manufacturing output.

CDS Countdown – One Month To Go
We are just one month away from when the new CDS platform replaces CHIEF for import declarations.

Felixstowe Strike: Contingency Plans
The Felixstowe strike is still currently set to start from this Sunday, 21st August, and run until Monday 29th August.

Liverpool Port – Vote For Strike
Dockworkers at the Port of Liverpool have voted in favour of strike action over pay and working conditions.

Felixstowe Strike Set For Eight Days
The Felixstowe strike has now been set as eight days running from Sunday 21st August until Monday 29th.

UK Call Omitted For APL Vanda
The incident involving the APL Vanda has been exasperated further, and it will NOT be calling at Southampton.

Atlantic Pacific Sponsor Freight Summit
Atlantic Pacific are proud to be one of the Official Silver Sponsors of The Freight Summit 13th Global Conference.

A Step Nearer Felixstowe Port Strike
Port workers at Felixstowe have now voted to strike in August, which will bring the port to a standstill.

Transport & This Week’s Rail Strike
With no breakthrough in talks expected, rail workers are set to strike again this Wednesday 27th July.

APL Vanda Mystery Solved Amid Delays
The incident surrounding the mystery ship – APL Vanda – has been uncovered, but lengthy UK delays still expected.

Mystery Delay For Asia Inbound Vessel
A mystery incident has delayed the the vessel “APL Vanda” en-route to the UK from Asia, delaying it over 2 weeks.

China Covid Leads To Disruption Concerns
Covid cases are on the rise again and with mass testing underway concerns of more lockdown measures are rising.

4th July Independence Day Fun Facts
It’s Independence Day in the US, and we felt we would embrace the day and share some fun facts.

USA Logistics – Brighter Times Ahead
There seems to be some real optimism that supply chains ion the United States are set for recovery.

Shanghai Recovery Not As Bad As Feared
Fears that the end of Shanghai’s lockdowns would result in chaos have not yet materialised.

Supporting Summer Music Festivals
It’s festival season again and many acts will be getting ready for the UK’s largest music festival at Glastonbury.

CDS Countdown – Latest Info
As we continue to focus on Customs CDS developments, we take a look at some of the key charges incoming.

Rail Strikes To Disrupt Container Transport
The RMT Union are set to strike on three days this month, which will likely impact container transport.

Deadly Container Blast in Bangladesh
A series of explosions near the port of Chittagong has led to over 40 deaths in Bangladesh since the weekend.