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Maersk & Hapag Shake Up Carrier Alliances
Maersk Line and Hapag Lloyd have this week announced a new collaboration that looks to have broken the mould of the existing carrier alliance structure.
New Regulations For Animal Products Incoming
Import rules for animals and animal products from the EU will be changing from January 31st. New import risk categories and rules will be coming in that apply to all imports from the EU and EFTA.
Chrissy Attends Feast Of The Hangover Lunch
Christine Nichols, Lady Chairman of the London Freight Club and Atlantic Pacific Group Director, attended the Glasgow Freight Club’s Feast of the Hangover last Friday.
Asia Ocean Freight Market Update
Ocean freight rates from Asia are moving upwards day by day since the attacks on container ships in the Red Sea area, with carriers also declaring ‘force majeure’ for shipments already enroute.
Chrissy’s Last Luncheon As Lady Chairman
Wednesday was an emotional day for Atlantic Pacific Group Director – Christine Nichols – as it was her last event as Lady Chairman of the London Freight Club (LFC).
Ocean Disruption & Impact On Rates
While it’s barely a couple of days since carriers started to reroute whole schedules around Africa, we have already seen an impact on ocean freight rates.
Atlantic Pacific’s Christmas Message
The Holiday Season is fast approaching and it’s time for a few words from us ahead of Christmas and New Year.
Developing Situation In The Red Sea
Following at least two more attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea on Friday, both Maersk and CMA CGM paused all ships heading through the region over the weekend.
Supply Chain Trouble At Global Shipping Canals
Trouble at the world’s two most important shipping canals is likely to be the biggest threat to supply chains for the first quarter of next year, and perhaps beyond.
Carriers Pushing Hard For Rate Increases
Ocean freight carriers are making a big push to uplift rates, especially on Asia origins, between now and the new year, with further GRI’s recently announced.
Ship Attacks Lead To Rerouting Of Vessels
A number of cargo ships have come under attack in Middle East shipping lanes recently, which has led to some vessels being rerouted around Africa and the Cape of Good Hope.
Atlantic Pacific Festive Season Business Hours
Herewith the Atlantic Pacific business hours for operations and customer service in the UK, Ireland, and USA, during the upcoming holiday season.
Our Christmas Video For This Year
Maybe not quite as eagerly awaited as John Lewis, but an Atlantic Pacific Christmas video is now a traditional part of the festive season for us, and it’s time to share our latest version. We hope you enjoy!
Ocean GRI Proposals Circulating Again
Despite numerous attempts to raise rates this year, which have largely failed, General Rate Increases (GRI’s) are once more being suggested for December.
Atlantic Pacific Join BIFA Sustainable Logistics Policy Group
Atlantic Pacific Group Chairman Ashley Nichols, and Company Secretary Jackie Hutchinson, attended the first BIFA Sustainable Logistics Policy Group meeting in London this month.
Congestion Impacting South Africa Ports
Severe congestion in the South African ports of Cape Town and Durban has driven some carriers to start dropping calls from their schedules.
Meeting The Young Forwarders Network
Atlantic Pacific Group Director – Christine Nichols – was delighted to give a speech to the members of BIFA’s Young Forwarders Network this week, which was followed by a Q&A session.
Football Meets The London Freight Club
The recent London Freight Club guest speakers were Stuart Pearce MBE and Unity In Community’s Patron Tony Cottee, who both talked about their fantastic careers.
Logistics Disruption Due To Storm Ciaran
Storm Ciaran has made landfall in the UK, bringing with it widespread travel chaos, cancellations, and delays, which are expected to disrupt logistics for the next few days.
2M Alliance Getting Ready To Go Separate Ways
2M Alliance members – Maersk and MSC – are understood to have started deploying their vessels independently on some service loops, leading to speculation of an early split.
More Asia Loops Suspended As GRI Looms
The Alliance have recently announced the suspension of two service loops from Asia, as an ocean freight GRI looks set for next month.
BIFA Awards: Atlantic Pacific Make Two Finals
Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics are delighted to confirm that we have reached the finals of the 2023 BIFA British Freight Service Awards in two separate categories.
More Blanked Sailings As 1 Million TEU Now Idle
Carriers have confirmed a host of blanked sailings through to the end of November, as a recent report suggests idle capacity passes one million teu.
Atlantic Pacific Make The Fast Growth 50
After just celebrating making The FEBE fastest growing companies list, Atlantic Pacific Group have now been advised of another milestone.
ETS Emissions Scheme Leading to Surcharges
Notifications from ocean freight carriers suggest there will be surcharges introduced from January to cover the increased requirements of the EU’s Emissions Trading System.
All Aboard The World’s Only Seagoing Paddle Steamer
Atlantic Pacific Group Director – Christine Nichols – was delighted to to be invited aboard the world’s only seagoing paddle steamer ‘PS Waverley’ last week.
Atlantic Pacific Ranked 21st In Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies
Atlantic Pacific Group Directors – Christine and Ashley Nichols – attended the FEBE 2023 Awards at the iconic Abbey Road Studios.
Fantastic Auction Completes Herd In The City
A fantastic auction concluded this summer’s Herd In The City, with Atlantic Pacific as logistics partners and sponsors, raising funds for Havens Hospices.
A Fond Farewell To Herd In The City
Atlantic Pacific’s Christine Nichols attended a preview evening ahead of this week’s Herd In The City farewell auction for Havens Hospices.
China National Day & Golden Week
China National Day is fast approaching, which is officially the National Day of the People’s Republic of China.
Johnno Tackles The London Freight Club
England’s only Rugby World Cup winning captain – Martin Johnson was the guest speaker at the London Freight Club this week.
Blanked Sailings Now Affect TransAtlantic Routes
Carriers have been using blank sailings on Asian routes to control capacity levels, and now this practice has started to impact TransAtlantic routes.
Atlantic Pacific Join Latin American Network
Atlantic Pacific are delighted to have recently joined LATAM Forwarders Club, which focuses solely on international logistics through Latin America.
New UK Border Model Set For January 2024
The government have released the new outline for border controls last week, which are due to be introduced from January 2024.
Typhoon Impacting Hong Kong & Southern China
Super Typhoon Saola is about to hit Southern China and is expected to disrupt logistics in the region.
Attending LOGIFEM Women’s Logistics Network
Atlantic Pacific were delighted to participate in the first ever meeting of the LOGIFEM Society Logistics Network in Cappadocia, Turkey this month.
Deadline For CDS Exports Delayed Until March
HM Customs have this week announced that the deadline for export CDS has now been delayed until March 30th 2024.
UK Included In Stink Bug Seasonal Measures
The UK and China have recently been identified as emerging risk countries for the upcoming BMSB season.
Asia: Blanked Sailings Support Rate Increase
Carriers have continued their programme of blanking sailings on the Asia-Europe trade to offset low demand, with more announcements in the past week.
New Member of the Team – Max Reynolds
Atlantic Pacific Group are delighted to announce that we are now sponsors of Max Reynolds, a 21 year old British amateur golfer.
Effects of Panama Canal Drought Bite
Restrictions at the Panama Canal, in response to persistent low water levels, are causing delays of up to 20 days in crossing times.
Atlantic Pacific Sponsor Selfie On Sea
Atlantic Pacific have recently agreed a sponsorship partnership with a wonderful new charitable project – Selfie On Sea
Asia Ocean Rates Due For August Rise
Ocean freight rates from Asia to Europe and North America are currently subject to a General Rate Increase (GRI) from next month.
Canadian Port Strike Ends For Now
A Canadian port strike, which halted operations for 13 days at the Port of Vancouver, came to an end on Friday, thanks to mediation by the Canadian government.
New Partnership With Billericay Town Women’s FC
Atlantic Pacific Group are delighted to have become partners with Billericay Town Women’s & Girls FC.
Fourth Event At The London Freight Club
Christine Nichols of Atlantic Pacific hosted her fourth luncheon of the year at the London Freight Club this week.
Christine Represents Us At Summer Reception
Christine Nichols represented us at the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers annual summer drinks reception.
Canadian West Coast Port Strike
A port strike on the West Coast of Canada has now reached its fourth day, after workers stuck to their word and walked out on Saturday.
Atlantic Pacific Attend ‘everywoman’ Awards
Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics were delighted to attend the ‘everywoman’ Transport & Logistics Awards in London last week.
New Scheme Incoming For Northern Ireland
A new scheme, in conjunction with the Windsor Framework, is currently being introduced that replaces the existing UK Trader Scheme (UKTS) from 30th September.
Trade Deal Reduces Costs From 65 Countries
A new post-Brexit trading scheme has been introduced this week, that replaces the GSP preference scheme, providing reduced tariffs for 65 developing countries.
Canada Vote For Port Strike But US Reach Agreement
An agreement has finally been reached in the US West Coast labour dispute. However, the situation on the Canadian West Coast looks to be heading towards strike action.
Transpacific – Asia/North America Update
An ongoing labour dispute, along with issues in the Panama Canal, appear to have contributed to a spike in Transpacific ocean freight rates this month.
World Largest Container Ship Leaves The UK
The world’s joint-largest cargo ship set sail from the UK last week, after arriving from Ningbo on its maiden voyage.
Christine Welcomes Freight Network Corporation Members
Atlantic Pacific’s Christine Nichols gave a welcome speech to members of the Freight Network Corporation (FNC) last week.
Christine Hosts Her Third Event as LFC Lady Chairman
Christine Nichols of Atlantic Pacific hosted her third lunch this year as Lady Chairman of the London Freight Club.
Panama Canal Drought Reduces Ship Capacity
A severe drought season in Central America has led to the ACP reducing capacity on larger vessels that pass through the canal.
US Imports Significantly Down On Last Year
US import container volumes are significantly down, with the top 10 ports recording a 21% drop compared to last year.
Atlantic Pacific Attend Cold Chain Connect
Atlantic Pacific were delighted to attend the recent Cold Chain Connect event in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
Women In Freight At Forwarder Events Manchester
Atlantic Pacific Group Director, Christine Nichols was a guest speaker and panellist at Forwarder Events in Manchester last week.