News & Insights

The global ocean freight market is undergoing a period of transition in 2025, influenced by regulatory changes, shifting trade patterns, and evolving carrier alliances. While demand remains strong in key regions, rate volatility persists due to supply chain disruptions and excess capacity. The... Read more

The global air freight market in February and early March reflected moderate year-on-year (YoY) growth, with total worldwide tonnages up 5% in February and 2% higher YoY in early March. However, market dynamics remain volatile, influenced by shifting trade policies, geopolitical factors, and e... Read more

At Metro, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our latest advancement, the MVT Invoice Application, is set to transform how customers manage invoices and financial transactions. Launching for BETA testing on March 17th, this new feature enhances our My Visibility Tool (MVT), deliver... Read more

The 25th anniversary of the Trans-Pacific Maritime (TPM) Conference in Long Beach, California, reaffirmed its position as the premier global forum for senior supply chain executives carriers, and technology providers shaping the future of global trade. This year’s event unfolded against a ba... Read more

When we sit down to discuss the latest article on recent happenings in the financial world and their impact on the supply chain and the businesses that operate in this sector, we find no shortage of topics. We could discuss the upcoming changes to Employer NIC rates, where the amount paid on b... Read more

Metro is taking a bold step forward in its sustainability journey by expanding its environmentally conscious initiatives for global Sea freight and Airfreight services, effective April 1st, 2025. As part of this commitment, Metro will introduce a groundbreaking transparency measure: the total ... Read more

Trade union action across major European ports, particularly in Rotterdam and France, are causing significant disruptions to container shipping, exacerbating existing supply chain challenges. Strikes at Rotterdam’s Delta II terminal and ongoing industrial action at French ports have created ... Read more

Held in Long Beach, California, the annual TPM conference, hosted by The Journal of Commerce, remains the premier gathering for senior supply chains executives, container shipping lines, and technology providers shaping the future of global trade. With the global container market facing anothe... Read more

In the ever-changing world of global trade, staying informed is not just an advantage, it’s a critical necessity. That’s why Metro provides the Ocean Freight Market Update, a comprehensive, data-driven report designed to help businesses navigate the complexities of container shipping. Subs... Read more

The UK continues to develop its global trade strategy, advancing negotiations with key partners while navigating post-Brexit relations with the EU. With multiple trade discussions in progress and regulatory changes affecting movement between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, businesses shoul... Read more

Sustainability in logistics isn’t just a challenge—it’s an opportunity. An opportunity to rethink the way goods move, to reduce emissions, and to turn compliance into a competitive advantage. At Metro, we’ve embraced this challenge head-on, becoming carbon neutral for five years, monit... Read more

In line with our commitment to social responsibility, we are excited to share news of our latest initiative to support inclusive education and strengthen our community: donating laptops to a remarkable school dedicated to supporting students with a diverse range of needs. Located in Coventry, ... Read more