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Brexit in a Lockdown Is Worst of Both Worlds for U.K. Businesses

With staff off work, an economic slowdown, and swings in the supply and demand for essential goods, new Covid-related restrictions will add to pressure on logistics firms and supply chains.

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Port CEO Wants to Stop Food Rotting on Ships

One of the largest container port operators is calling on the shipping industry to tackle a growing yet often overlooked major environmental problem: spoiled food from hauling produce around the world.

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U.K.’s First Free Port Since 2012 to Open Next Year

Britain will open its first free port since 2012 in an effort to boost growth after Brexit, says U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak.

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Port of Rotterdam Pilot Uses AI Microgrid to Trade Renewables

The Port of Rotterdam is testing technology to manage and trade renewable energy consumption, finding the effort has already made a significant cost savings.

Shipping containers sit on the deck of cargo ship One Crane, docked at the Port of Rotterdam, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Photo: Bloomberg.

Carbon Border Tax Emerges in EU as Weapon to Protect Green Deal

The first glimpse is emerging of a levy the European Union is drawing up to ensure its Green Deal environmental rules aren’t undone by nations with weaker standards.

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Global Trade and Transportation: Best Practices for Global Manufacturers

Best practices in global logistics standardization, trade compliance and more.

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U.K. Warns of 7,000-Truck Line in Worst-Case Brexit Scenario

Preparing for customs checks on trade with the EU is one of the biggest logistical challenges facing Boris Johnson’s government.

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U.K. Races to Fix ‘Critical Gaps’ in Brexit Border Plan

Boris Johnson’s officials are urgently working to avert a major border crisis when the U.K. leaves the European Union’s trade regime, amid warnings vital government IT systems may not be ready in time.

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Virus Era Threatens Europe’s War on Dirty Imports

Europe’s plan to put a price on dirtier imports risks getting caught up in global trade tensions as the fallout from the pandemic eclipses climate change as the biggest challenge for governments.

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Labor Abuse Allegations Tie Up Ships in Australia Ports

Australian authorities detained at least two cargo ships for alleged labor violations related to demands from seafarers to be sent home, some of whom have spent more than a year at sea.

Source: Bloomberg

Supply-Chain Risk Grows as Weary Crews Halt Ships and Clog Ports

A new risk to global supply chains is emerging as exhausted seafarers stuck offshore for months halt work, a breaking point caused by restrictions on crew changes amid coronavirus precautions.

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Brexit Red Tape Is Becoming a Jackpot for Customs Pros

The next big money-making opportunity of Brexit has emerged: selling customs services.

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