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While not responsible for the arrangement of cross border freight, ports and terminals in both Great Britain (GB) and the European Union (EU) are critical nodes in the international supply chain. Handling the freight at the point of export or import and in some cases becoming the border control post (BCP). The three-phase model to import changes adopted in GB means that while some changes took affect from 1 January 2021, the full range of changes will not come into force until 1 July 2021.

While devastating fires on trucks and trailers can start in several ways, some 65% are caused by issues related to the wheel and brake assembly area, according to TT Club's claims analysis data for 2019.

An interesting case from Singapore, in circumstances where no formal contractual relationship had been formed. It acts as a reminder that it is always prudent for all parties to a transaction are certain of the terms that will apply and ensure that formalities are followed.

Change to the way containerised cargo is entered into the supply chain is critical - as well as how it's loaded on board ships. When cargo of any kind is incorrectly declared and packed, it can lead to catastrophic ship fires at sea. Poor packing not only leads to tragic loss of life, but is estimated to cost the industry more than USD6 billion each year.

The importance and impact of careful drafting of contracts is exemplified in this UK Supreme Court decision. While the ruling brings clarity to English law, it represents congruence with other jurisdictions. It is most prudent to be deliberate in documenting law and jurisdiction choices in contracts.

Much of the world has experienced a year like no other and it seems that elements of life remain hung over despite the transition to 2021. As expectations run high that the world can overcome the pandemic, it might be time to consider ‘COVID-keeps’.

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are increasingly considered by businesses in the context of identifying both risks and opportunities for growth. Inevitably, as the world enters 2021, businesses will be looking back at the experiences through 2020 and reviewing systems and processes. Contingencies and resilience have in the last year proved fundamental to survival. However, the need to invest in the development of employees, particularly the next generation of employees is also critical to ensure a sustainable business model.

A critical stakeholder in the cross border movement of freight is the road haulier. The many items we as a society take for granted simply would not be available without this often-overlooked stakeholder. Virtually every item of freight at some point in the supply chain has been transported by truck. Whether over an international journey or the final mile delivery, the importance of the road haulage industry should not be underestimated. 

As we head into the final weeks before the end of the Brexit transition period, this episode considers some of the challenges that the road haulage industry will face and the new systems and solutions with which they will need to interact with from 1 January 2021.

While all supply chain stakeholders will be affected by the now fast approaching end to the Brexit transition period, freight forwarders and logistics providers might need to consider the impact more than most. Attention is required not only for movements in each direction between Great Britain (GB) and the European Union (EU), but also those shipments to, from and through Northern Ireland.

As we approach the end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020, there are a number of changes that will affect the import and export of goods to and from the European Union (EU). 

This episode looks to address these changes will impact the operations of stakeholders in the supply chain, whether you are a driver, a haulage company, a freight forwarder, a customs intermediary or a port operator.