Is a UK-EU Veterinary Standards Agreement on the horizon? Implications and challenges
By Alinea Customs The United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union created regulatory challenges, particularly in veterinary standards. In 2020, whilst EU Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič proposed an equivalence agreement on veterinary safety standards, it was rejected by the UK due to concerns over European Court of Justice (ECJ) jurisdiction. With the UK-EU Summit in […]
5 Keys to Success, 5 Years from Brexit: Advice on exporting from the UK’s Export Leader of The Year
January 31st 2025 marked Brexit’s official 5th anniversary, and – for some businesses – international trade remains a point of great frustration. Brexit, for many British enterprises, has been more shock and less awe. A recent LSE study revealed that the UK lost £27bn in trade during Brexit’s first two years, with the value of British goods exports falling […]
Risk Management in Supply Chains: 5 Steps to Mitigate Transport Risk
Supply chains face an increasingly complex landscape of challenges, from geopolitical disruptions and extreme weather events to rising customer expectations for faster delivery. Effective risk management in supply chains has become essential for maintaining transport continuity, minimising disruption and protecting operational efficiency. Here’s how delegates at the Total Supply Chain Summit are strengthening logistics resilience and creating […]
New Habasit Plastic Modular Belt increases multi-directional movement possibilities in Logistics, Distribution Centres and Parcel (CEP) Operations
Habasit UK and Ireland, a leading conveyor & process belting solutions manufacturer, recently introduced the Habasit M2483 Sphere Top 1” plastic modular belt, a groundbreaking product designed to optimise goods handling in logistics, distribution centres, and parcel (CEP) operations. The belt’s unique sphere top design enables high-performance, controlled multi-directional movement, offering new possibilities for automation. […]
Fulfil all your logistics & distribution needs at April’s Total Supply Chain Summit
The Total Supply Chain Summit is taking place in April, and as a senior industry professional have a free delegate place for you to attend – You can confirm your attendance today! DATE: 28th & 29th April 2025 VENUE: Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted 👍 I can attend – Book online (booking only takes 5 minutes) 🤝 I am unable to attend […]
February 2025 is Distribution Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in February we’ll be focusing on Distribution It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
Last-Mile Delivery Optimisation: Faster, Greener and More Cost-Effective
Last-mile delivery remains one of the most challenging and important stages of supply chain management. As customer expectations continue to rise and sustainability targets become more demanding, last-mile delivery optimisation is helping organisations balance delivery speed, cost control and environmental performance. By adopting innovative technologies and smarter fulfilment strategies, supply chain professionals can improve operational efficiency while […]
January 2025 is Transport Delivery Management Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in January we’ll be focussing on Delivery Management. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
Online courses for supply chain & logistics professionals – Fully updated for 2025!
We have a wide selection of online courses tailored specifically for the supply chain sector, enabling you to both amass new skills and improve existing ones in 2024 and beyond – start learning today! These are specially-curated online courses designed to help you and your team improve expertise and learn new things. The Management, Leadership & […]
Survey: A third of freight decision makers say warehouse efficiency is most viable option to boost customer satisfaction
A report released this year by renowned economist and trade expert Dr Rebecca Harding, and sponsored by Amazon Freight, UK and DE Freight Trends: 2024 and Beyond, examined the specific pressures that face supply chain decision-makers, uncovering the impact on global logistics and the road ahead. Obstacles to efficiency When asked about the main challenges of 2023, 31% […]