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Shaping the future with Metro’s Apprentices
Last week marked the end of National Apprenticeship Week, an annual celebration of the positive impact apprenticeships have on individuals and businesses. However, while the event highlighted...
Uncertainty grows as US tariffs target China
While last-minute negotiations resulted in a temporary reprieve for Canadian and Mexican imports, President Trump’s new tariffs on Chinese goods from the 4th February have already triggered...
Gemini Cooperation’s bid to transform reliability
As the Gemini Cooperation officially launches, its promise of 90%-plus schedule reliability through a hub-and-spoke network is under intense scrutiny. Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, the two partners in the...
Air cargo demand defies regulatory uncertainty
In the final week of January, just before Lunar New Year, air freight spot rates continued their upward trend, rising 4% WoW and remaining 11% higher than 2024, supported by strong demand and tight...
Road freight resilience amid industry turbulence
Despite rising costs, political uncertainties, and sluggish economic growth presenting formidable obstacles for road freight operators, Metro remains a standout performer, driving forward with an...
UK trade expansion, investment, and regulatory shifts
While challenges remain, including rising costs and global economic uncertainties, the UK’s export trade environment is set for significant transformation, driven by infrastructure investments,...
Safety and security declarations for EU imports
From 31st January, businesses importing goods from the European Union (EU) to Great Britain (GB) must comply with new UK safety and security declaration requirements. While some businesses are...
The risks of President Trump’s trade policies
President Donald Trump’s inauguration speech and subsequent executive orders have provided further insights into his proposed trade policies. His emphasis on protectionism, territorial expansion,...
Container shipping braces for volatility as Red Sea routes beckon
For over a year attacks on merchant vessels by Houthi militants has forced container carriers to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope. However, a newly established ceasefire and assurances from...
Strengthening our leadership to enhance customer service and drive innovation
As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional value to our customers and fostering operational excellence, we are excited to announce a series of key leadership appointments and...
Asia–Europe airfreight: Growth and vulnerabilities
Despite growth and robust demand airfreight faces significant challenges, including reliance on eCommerce, capacity pressures, and geopolitical disruptions. Airfreight demand on the Asia–Europe...












