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US businesses prepare for ILA strike threat and Trump’s China tariffs
Retailers and shippers are bracing for operational disruptions and cost increases as the January 2025 deadline for the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) negotiations looms, alongside...
Air freight situation and outlook for 2025
Global air freight market continues to experience robust growth, driven by eCommerce and the peak season, but faces capacity constraints due to reduced belly cargo capacity and a limited supply of...
Road freight market update and Metro review
The road freight market in the UK and Europe is grappling with structural cost challenges, evolving regulations, and capacity constraints, while Metro’s road freight division continues to expand,...
Sea freight situation and outlook for 2025
With 2024 characterised by elevated freight rates and fluctuating dynamics, the container shipping lines have emerged as the primary financial beneficiaries, leveraging rate increases and...
Metro spreads festive cheer with staff gifts and charitable giving
This Christmas, Metro is celebrating the festive season by showing appreciation for its staff and supporting those in need through meaningful charitable initiatives. The company has partnered with...
Shipping lines blank sailings from Asia to support rates
Container carriers operating between Asia, Europe, and the United States are leaning heavily on blank sailings to manage capacity and stabilise freight rates amidst ongoing market challenges. With a...
The potential impact of the new US administration on global trade
As the United States, and the world, braces for potential shifts in trade policy, new tariff proposals and ongoing supply chain challenges are reshaping the global logistics landscape....
Maersk leave Felixstowe as shipping Alliances prepare for launch
The container shipping industry is undergoing significant realignments, with three major alliances and MSC operating independently, restructuring their networks to enhance efficiency and...
Metro enters UK publishing industry with seasoned expertise
Metro has announced its entry into the UK publishing industry, a sector that has experienced robust growth and significant challenges in recent years. Supported by senior publishing logistics...
FTSE 100 firms identify supply chain threats as a principal risk
A recent study by the Boston Consulting Group, reveals that 72% of FTSE 100 companies now identify supply chain threats as a principal risk to their operations. This heightened concern follows...
Peter Orange takes helm of Metro’s global network development
Metro has strengthened its commitment to building robust partnerships worldwide with the appointment of Peter Orange as head of global network development. This strategic move underlines Metro’s...












