The tightening capacity situation could continue for several years, with constrained availability of freighter aircraft and high demand driving up rates across key routes. While air cargo demand has...
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November 2024; Customs and compliance update
Our customs consultancy team provide insights on the latest changes, making it easier for you to stay on top of your planning and development needs. To help us better support your compliance and...
November: North American market update
The North American freight market faces a complex set of challenges as ongoing labour disputes, potential trade policy shifts, and evolving service offerings reshape the landscape. Canadian port...
Automotive market update: navigating an evolving industry landscape
The automotive industry is in a constant state of motion, moving 1.6 billion components every year to support the manufacturing of approximately 85 million cars worldwide. With around 20,000 parts...
New alliances reshape East-West trade container shipping
Container shipping faces a transformative year in 2025, as key East-West and transatlantic shipping routes are set for substantial realignment, with the dissolution of existing alliances and the...
Ellerman City Liners expands fleet with sustainable new container ships
Group member, Ellerman City Liners, a historic and customer-focused shipping line, is enhancing its container vessel fleet with two newly chartered 1,400 TEU ships, designed to meet current and...
North American Sea Freight Market Strained
The North American sea freight market faces ongoing challenges, with recent labour actions on the US East Coast fuelling local anxieties and adding congestion and capacity pressures on the West...
Air freight surges from Asia to Europe while trans-Pacific faces regulatory hurdles
As peak season ramps up, air cargo from Asia to Europe is experiencing strong growth, largely driven by rising demand for eCommerce, while new scrutiny on duty exemptions has led to a significant...
UK Freeports Offer New Opportunities for Businesses
The new labour government has confirmed its commitment to the ‘Freeports’ initiative that aims to stimulate economic growth, by offering an array of incentives, from tax relief on investment to...
Leading Innovation in Logistics and Customer Service
Last week’s announcement of BIFA’s freight service award finalists underscores Metro’s dedication to innovation, efficiency, and customer-centred solutions. This year, Metro has been recognised with...
Sea Freight Outlook for 2025
The global sea freight market is set for another turbulent year in 2025, with rates likely to remain high despite anticipated softening in some lanes. Although new vessel deliveries are expected to...
Strengthening Global Network to Address Supply Chain Challenges
Metro’s strategic partner network is central to delivering market-leading logistics services, especially as global supply chains face ongoing challenges. With the appointment of Peter Orange as head...












