UK trade is beginning to feel increasingly isolated from global markets, but confusion rages over the source of the difficulties as Brexit, Covid-19 and empty-box shortages take a bite, reports The Loadstar.
Forwarder ViewsOne forwarder told The Loadstar Asian carriers were adding a $1,000 surcharge per 40ft to service the UK, with even higher surcharges on the prepaid spot market.
“This is tied to Brexit and the pandemic, but carriers now see the UK as a feeder port that’s a nuisance to call...
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